Seasonal Rooftop Civil Ceremony (Appointment Required)

Discover our seasonal rooftop ceremony service! Our rooftop overlooks the beautiful Cerro San Luis Mountain and features surrounding downtown views. Our rooftop can host groups up to 30 guests standing. The allotted time is 30 minutes from the scheduled service, accommodating the ceremony and allowing for photographs with guests. Seating is limited, with approximately 4 seats available, and shade is limited as well. 

Services are offered seasonally and an appointment must be scheduled through our bookings page. 

Please prepare your guests for rooftop conditions and instruct them to arrive on time for your scheduled ceremony. Remind them to allow extra time for parking in our bustling downtown office area and to be aware that our office does not have dedicated parking. Arriving late may lead to them missing your ceremony. We also recommend that guests prepare for current weather conditions and bring sunglasses. 

Please note the following disclosures for rooftop ceremonies: 

  • Privacy: Rooftop ceremonies are not guaranteed to be private. An unintended guest could witness your special day. 
  • Weather Dependency: Ceremonies are weather-dependent and may be relocated on the day of the event due to:
    • High winds
    • Rain
    • Extreme heat
    • Poor air quality (smoky conditions)

In case of relocation, ceremonies will be held in the lobby of the Government Center, which is not private. Passerby and occasional noise from patrons are possible. If our indoor ceremony room is available and suitable for smaller groups, we may be able to accommodate the ceremony there. 

Who is eligible?

You must be at least 18 years of age and meet the marriage license requirements to be able to marry. You must have a valid marriage license issued by a County Clerk in California prior to the ceremony.

Is there a charge for this service?

The fee for the rooftop civil ceremony will need to be paid at the time of the appointment. This fee is listed on our fee schedule. If you need a staff witness, there will be an additional fee charged, which can also be found on our fee schedule. 

When and where is this service offered?

Please use our Marriage Ceremony Booking Page to schedule your appointment.  Select the desired service listed at the top of booking page. Once selected, click on a day of the week to show available times for that day.  Ceremonies may only be scheduled 90 days in advance and may not be available within 30 days of a scheduled election.