The Courthouse Wedding Chapel — elegant intimate altar space in Houston, TX

    Intimate Houston Weddings

    The Courthouse Wedding Chapel

    Your Perfect Ceremony, Without the Stress

    We are here. Book and Just Breathe.

    5.0· 377+ 5-star reviewsNext available: this weekVeteran-Led

    Elegant ceremonies from $197. Skip the courthouse line. Book online in under 2 minutes.

    Fireplace · Short · Simple · Sweet · Live Stream

    Real Houston chapel. Real location. Real officiant.

    Book online with confidence.

    377+5-Star Reviews
    12+Years of Service
    5,000+Ceremonies
    EN/ESBilingual Ceremonies

    Ceremony Packages

    Choose the perfect ceremony for your special day

    Short Wedding Ceremony

    $297
    Weekend: $397

    A brief, no-frills ceremony for couples who want it quick and official. Includes 4 guests in our Main Chapel — for more than 4 guests, please upgrade to the Simple Ceremony.

    Guests: Includes 4 guests (upgrade to Simple for more)
    • Licensed officiant
    • Decorated Main Chapel
    • Marriage license filing
    • Keepsake certificate

    Simple Wedding Ceremony

    $497
    Weekend: $597

    An intimate ceremony experience with all the essentials. Includes 10 guests in our Main Chapel — more guests can be added in increments of 10 for an additional fee.

    Guests: Includes 10 guests (add more in groups of 10)
    • Licensed officiant
    • Decorated Main Chapel
    • Bride bouquet & groom boutonniere
    • Chapel music
    • Marriage license filing
    • Keepsake certificate
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    Sweet Wedding Ceremony

    $697
    Weekend: $797

    The full romantic experience with unity component, photography-ready setting, and 10 guests included in our Main Chapel. More guests can be added in increments of 10 for an additional fee.

    Guests: Includes 10 guests (add more in groups of 10)
    • Licensed officiant
    • Decorated Main Chapel
    • Bride bouquet & groom boutonniere
    • Chapel music
    • One unity component(see options →)
    • Marriage license filing
    • Keepsake certificate

    Weddings by The Fireplace

    $197
    Weekend: $297

    A very short ceremony by our cozy Chapel Fireplace. No aisle walk — just love, vows, and done. Couple + 2 guests only.

    Guests: 2 guests only
    • Licensed officiant
    • Fireplace setting
    • Marriage license filing
    • Keepsake certificate

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    What Couples Are Saying

    377+ happy couples and counting

    "Everything was absolutely beautiful. Ms. Pat was amazing. It was a bit hot but we made it through. The photographer was amazing as well."

    Wedding2026

    "I couldn’t have asked for anyone better to officiate our wedding than Chaplain Pat. She truly went above and beyond to accommodate us on our special day. Thank you for everything.🩷"

    Forever grateful2026

    "Chaplin Pat was very professional and she did an amazing job on our wedding ceremony. She made our wedding of two a very joyous occasion. I Highly recommend her services,. Our service was 10/10"

    Exceptional services2026

    "My ceremony at this wedding chapel was absolutely amazing! The booking process was simple and stress-free, and the cost was very reasonable. The small, intimate setting exceeded all my expectations—it was even more beautiful and heartfelt than I could have imagined. The officiant’s words of encouragement were so thoughtful and uplifting, adding a deeply personal touch to the experience. Everything felt so well-organized and meaningful. I highly recommend this chapel to anyone looking for a special and memorable ceremony!"

    Wedding Day!! Very Special2026

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    Guest Capacity
    Veteran-Led
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    Bilingual
    Ceremonies in English & Spanish
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    Near Bush Intercontinental