Where Can I Get Married Near Me?
The closest wedding chapel for most of Greater Houston — ceremonies from $197.
The Short Answer
If you live in the Greater Houston area, the closest dedicated wedding chapel is The Courthouse Wedding Chapel at 340 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Suite 102, Houston, TX 77060. We offer ceremonies in a private chapel starting at $197 — typically available within the same week. It's not the courthouse. It's not city hall. It's a real wedding chapel.
What You Need to Get Married Near Here
1. A Texas Marriage License
From any Texas County Clerk — Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, or Galveston. Marriage license fees vary by county.
2. The 72-Hour Wait
Required by Texas law. Waived for active-duty military and with an approved Twogether course.
3. A Ceremony
We perform it. Book online — usually available in days, not weeks.
Areas We Serve
Couples drive to our chapel from all over Greater Houston. Approximate drive times without traffic:
| Area | Zip Codes | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 77002, 77060, 77084 | 5–25 min |
| Spring / The Woodlands | 77380, 77389 | 20 min |
| Cypress | 77429, 77433 | 25 min |
| Humble / Kingwood | 77338, 77345 | 15 min |
| Pearland | 77581, 77584 | 35 min |
| Sugar Land | 77479, 77498 | 35 min |
| Katy | 77449, 77494 | 30 min |
| Pasadena / Deer Park | 77504, 77536 | 30 min |
| Conroe | 77301, 77304 | 35 min |
| Galveston | 77550, 77554 | 60 min |
Chapel vs. Justice of the Peace — What's the Difference?
Both can make your marriage official. The experience is what differs.
✨ Our Chapel
- Private, decorated chapel
- Up to 50 guests welcome
- Professional photography available
- Bilingual ceremony (English/Spanish)
- Dedicated, personalized chaplain
- Music, flowers & décor included
- No waiting — scheduled appointment
- Veteran-led business
⚖️ Typical Government Ceremony Setting
- Government office or courtroom setting
- Ceremony format and availability vary by court
- Guest policies vary by court
- Photography policies vary by court
- Language options vary by court
- Decor and music may be limited by the facility
- Scheduling and wait times depend on the court
- Designed primarily as a government service, not a private wedding venue
Veteran-Led Business
Recognized by Google. Serving Houston couples since 2014.
Marriage License Guide →
Steps, costs, county clerk offices.
See Ceremony Packages →
From $197 through $1,297.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get married near me in Houston?
The Courthouse Wedding Chapel at 340 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Suite 102, Houston, TX 77060 is the closest dedicated wedding chapel for most Greater Houston zip codes. We offer same-week appointments, ceremonies from $197, and serve couples from Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, and Galveston counties.
Can I just walk in and get married today?
No. Texas requires a marriage license issued by a County Clerk PLUS a 72-hour waiting period before the ceremony (waived for active-duty military or with a premarital course). Once you have the license, we can typically schedule a ceremony within the same week.
How close do I need to live to get married at the chapel?
There is no residency requirement. Couples drive in from Cypress, Spring, The Woodlands, Pearland, Sugar Land, Katy, Kingwood, Conroe, Galveston, Beaumont, and even out of state. Your Texas marriage license is valid statewide regardless of which county issued it.
Is it cheaper to get married at the courthouse or a chapel?
A Harris County Justice of the Peace ceremony costs roughly $50–$80 but takes place in a public courtroom with strict guest limits, no photos, and long wait times. Our Weddings by the Fireplace package starts at $197 and includes a private chapel and a dedicated chaplain — typically a better experience for similar total cost.
Can we get married the same day we get our license?
Only with a waiver. Active-duty military, reservists, and National Guard members can marry immediately. Civilians who complete an approved Texas Twogether premarital course also bypass the 72-hour wait and save up to $60 on the license fee.