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Same-Day Weddings Surge in L.A. for Quick Ceremonies

2/14/2026

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  • Same-day weddings are rapidly gaining popularity in Los Angeles, letting couples marry with minimal planning.
  • Izabella Sklar, founder of Same Day Marriage, says the trend grew after she discovered same-day ceremonies in 2003.
  • The ceremony can take as little as 20 minutes.
  • Sklar's business now offers ceremonies in parks, grocery stores, and other locations after thriving during the pandemic when venues were closed.