Houston's Courthouse Wedding Chapel
Houston's only Courthouse Wedding Chapel — and one of Texas's most trusted intimate wedding chapels.
Houston news crews have documented weddings here on some of the city's most memorable wedding days, from Valentine's Day to once-in-a-generation calendar dates.
Houston Has Been Watching
Each story links to the original publisher so you can read or watch the coverage at the source — plus our own account of the day.
FOX 26 HoustonValentine's Day 2016Valentine's Day 2016: Eight Weddings in One Day
A FOX 26 Houston crew spent Valentine's Day at the chapel as eight couples married in a single day — and described the chapel's Simple. Sweet. And Short. approach to ceremonies.
“Eight couples say 'I Do' on Valentine's Day” — FOX 26 Houston, February 14, 2016
FOX 26 HoustonVideo on the publisher's site02/02/202002/02/2020 Palindrome Weddings at the Chapel
FOX 26 Houston covered the chapel twice around 02/02/2020 — a palindrome date that also landed on Super Bowl Sunday. Nine couples married here that day.
“Couples tie the knot on Super Bowl Sunday” — FOX 26 Houston, January 30 & February 3, 2020
KPRC 2 / Click2Houston2/22/22 "Twosday"2/22/22 "Twosday" Weddings at the Chapel
KPRC 2 / Click2Houston covered couples marrying at the chapel on 2/22/22 — the palindrome date Houston called "Twosday."
“Love is in the air: At least 8 Houston-area couples tie the knot on Twosday” — KPRC 2 / Click2Houston, February 22, 2022
Independent coverage, not advertising
These are independently produced Houston news stories. Their reporting is their own — we claim no endorsement, award, or rating from any station. We link out to the official publisher pages so you can verify every story yourself.
For press and producers
A quick reference for newsrooms covering memorable-date weddings in the Houston area. Everything below is verifiable at the linked sources or in our own records.
Quick facts
- Name: The Courthouse Wedding Chapel
- Location: 340 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Suite 102, Houston, TX 77060
- Serving couples since: 2014
- Presiding officiant: Chaplain Pat Blissett
- Ceremony format: Short, appointment-only, Mon–Sun
- Languages: English and Spanish
Coverage log
| Date | Outlet | Published headline |
|---|---|---|
| FOX 26 Houston | “Eight couples say 'I Do' on Valentine's Day” | |
| FOX 26 Houston | “Couples tie the knot on Super Bowl Sunday” | |
| KPRC 2 / Click2Houston | “Love is in the air: At least 8 Houston-area couples tie the knot on Twosday” |
The story, in short
- A small North Houston chapel specializes in short, appointment-only ceremonies for couples who do not want a year-long wedding plan.
- Demand concentrates on memorable dates — Valentine's Day and unusual calendar dates such as 02/02/2020 and 2/22/22.
- On those days multiple couples marry back to back, which Houston stations have documented on location.
- Couples travel into the Houston area from elsewhere in Texas and from Louisiana to secure a specific date.
Media inquiries: (281) 803-9818 · info@thecourthouseweddingchapel.com. On-site filming requires advance notice and the consent of the couples involved.
Traveling in for your date?
We are a Houston chapel first — and we're glad to welcome couples driving in from elsewhere in Texas or from Louisiana when a memorable date matters more than the distance. A Texas marriage license issued by any Texas County Clerk's Office is valid anywhere in the state.
Plan with our Texas marriage license guide or see the elope to Houston guide.
Upcoming memorable wedding dates
Houston married on 02/02/2020 and on 2/22/22. The next easy-to-remember dates book first.
Before you book, review the Texas marriage license guide and our ceremony packages.
Your Love Story Deserves to Be Celebrated
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For Media
Reporters and producers
The stories above link to the original coverage published by each station. To verify facts, arrange chapel access, or speak with the presiding officiant, contact us directly. Couples are only made available with their consent.
Chaplain Pat · The Courthouse Wedding Chapel
(281) 803-9818 · info@thecourthouseweddingchapel.com
340 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Suite 102, Houston, TX 77060