Lane County to Offer Valentine’s Day Marriage Ceremonies

Couples looking to tie the knot-or renew their vows-on Valentine’s Day will have a special opportunity this year at the Lane County Clerk’s Office.

The clerk’s office will offer marriage ceremonies on Saturday, Feb. 14, with 32 appointment slots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ceremonies will be held every 30 minutes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clerk’s Office, located at 125 E. 8th Ave. in Eugene. Four clerk’s office employees will serve as officiants.

“What better day to marry your sweetheart than on Valentine’s Day?” Lane County Clerk Tommy Gong said in a news release. “All of us at the Clerk’s Office are excited to be able to offer couples the opportunity to schedule marriage ceremonies on the holiday this year.”

Couples planning to marry must first obtain a valid Lane County marriage license. Applicants are required to complete an online marriage license application and then appear in person at the clerk’s office at least three days prior to the ceremony to finalize the process. The marriage license fee is $60, and a ceremony officiated by the county clerk costs $117.

Couples who are already married are also welcome to participate by renewing their vows on Valentine’s Day. A new marriage license is not required for vow renewals.

Additional information about license requirements and ceremony scheduling is available on the Lane County Clerk’s website at tinyurl.com/2ds98zpn