Dewey Beach Weddings

Want to get married in Dewey Beach Delaware?  It’s easier than you think!  Sign up to receive our Free Dewey Beach Wedding Booklet in the mail.  We’ll ship it out tomorrow and it will in your hands in a few days.

We’ll explain how to get your Dewey Beach Marriage License and Beach Permit. We’ll go over the best time for your ceremony and the best places to stay.   This short video gives you an overview of what to expect at a Dewey Beach wedding:

Do you need a Permit to get Married on Dewey Beach?

Couples that would like to get married on Dewey Beach will need a permit.  The Dewey Beach Wedding Permit is issued by the Town Manager and the fee is $100.  The phone number is 302-227-6363.  Ceremonies must be less than thirty minutes.  Summer set ups cannot begin until after the lifeguards leave the beach at 5 pm.  Weddings may not commence until 5:30 and the best time for a Dewey Beach Wedding is about an hour before sunset.  A legally authorized Delaware Wedding Minister must perform the ceremony.

Dewey Beach Wedding Packages

 Wedding packages in Dewey Beach begin at $600. To get married in Bethany Beach, Dewey, Lewes or Rehoboth, couples will need to contact the Sussex County courthouse for a  Delaware Marriage License.

 

$500 Dewey Beach Officiant Sean Rox
$1000 Officiant + 30 Minutes of Photos
Add our Simple Beach Set Up for  $250
Add a half hour of Videography for $500

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Wedding Venues in Dewey Beach

Though only a mile long and a few blocks wide, Dewey Beach has some excellent wedding venues.  The top wedding vendors that serve the area can be found at the Seacrets Bridal Show in April.  Without further ado, here are the best Dewey Beach Wedding Venues for 2022 brides:

• Ivy  may be the top wedding venue in Dewey Beach.  It sits on the bay and is short walk from the beach.  It has an elegant ambience and a decadent menu.  Sunset weddings at Ivy are beautiful.  It’s sister property North beach is a lively spot for the after party!

 

• Big Chill Beach Club is the newest wedding venue in Dewey Beach.  It’s actually just outside of Dewey, but this open air venue has majestic views of the ocean and the inlet bridge.  The event tent can seat 160 guests  or up to 200 in a cocktail style format.

• Lighthouse Cove is the most spacious wedding venue within the Dewey City limits.  It has scintillating sunset views and is ideal for ceremonies on the bay.  With over 4,000 square feet of banquet space, the Lighthouse can handle well over 100 guests.

 

• Indian River Life Saving Station one of Delaware’s state run venues.  Tents are allowed on its beautiful beach and up to 250 guests are allowed.  It is the only venue on Delmarva that permits  wedding receptions on the beach.  You must provide your own tent and catering.

• Hyatt Place is the best hotel in Dewey Beach and an excellent spot to direct your wedding guests.   Just a 10 minute walk to the Ocean, it has an indoor venue looking out across the bay.  The Hyatt is just steps away from the iconic Lighthouse.

 

• Nalu Surf Bar is a South Pacific themed restaurant with a Hawaiian flare.  Lively entertainment in the evening makes this a popular choice for pre wedding festivities and bachelorette parties.

One of the best places to get married in Delaware, Dewey Beach is one of the top wedding destinations for Delmarva brides!