Halloween Weddings In Contra Costa Co.: Officials To Don Costumes

MARTINEZ, CA — Couples who want to get married on Halloween in Contra Costa County can have their wedding officiated by a costumed character, officials with the county clerk-recorder's office said. A final list of characters won't be available until Tuesday, but in past years the characters have included a witch, zombie, pirate, the Little Mermaid, Little Red Riding Hood and Rosie the Riveter.

When couples arrive, they'll receive a list of characters who can perform the ceremony. Deputy commissioners will also be available in classic robes.

For a long time, couples have come to get married in costume as well and sometimes guests come in costume too.

Several years ago, a couple saw a staff member from the office in costume and asked whether that person could marry them. In 2013, giving couples the opportunity to have their ceremony officiated by a costumed character became the norm.

The Clerk-Recorder's office at 555 Escobar St. in Martinez and one of the ceremony rooms will be decorated and the Clerk-Recorder will have some additional tricks and treats for couples.

Ceremonies start at 8:30 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m. Visit Contracostacore.us to make a wedding appointment or for more information.

By Bay City News Service

Photo via Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder Facebook page