Inclusive vendor directory

LGBTQ+ Affirming Wedding Vendors in Maryland

Photographers, planners, officiants and venues across Maryland, from Annapolis to the mountains of western Maryland. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.

A celestial summer solstice wedding in Annapolis
From A Celestial Summer Solstice Wedding at Annapolis Maritime Museum.

Maryland at a glance

48-hour waitYour license takes effect 6 a.m. on the second day.

6 months to marryPlenty of time to plan.

No witnesses neededMaryland does not require them.

Apply where you marryIn the county of your ceremony.

Vetted vendors serving Maryland

Type of vendor
    • Canada
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    • Victoria, British Columbia

    Fêtes by Linda

    Fêtes by Linda is a Victoria-based wedding and event planning studio for couples who want their wedding to feel joyful, intentional, and unapologetically them.
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    • Around the World
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Prince Hotel

    One of Melbourne’s best-known event spaces, Prince Deck is a favourite for a reason. We’re talking floor-to-ceiling windows and doors opening out onto a sweeping timber deck. And the views? To die for. Picture your next event with a glittering,…
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    • Seattle, Washington
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    • USA

    Jamie Buckley Photography

    I love capturing weddings. A lot of the time when people talk about weddings it’s with dread or sarcasm. How overwhelming they are, how stressful they are, how expensive they are. It’s true, they can be all those things, but…
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  • Two women in wedding attire, with one resting her head on the other's shoulder, smiling in a vineyard.
    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Emily Howlett Photography

    With a ‘storytelling’ approach to photography, Emily’s work is warm, colourful, and relaxed, much like her personality.
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    • Seattle, Washington
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    • USA

    Jenny GG Photography

    Hi, I’m Jenny (she/her). I’ve been photographing weddings in Seattle since 2008. My approach to photography is open, light, and gently prompted, resulting in images that are genuine.
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    • San Jose, California
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    • USA

    Ripple Rain Photography

    San Francisco Bay Area based wedding, elopement and couples photographer. Capturing all the in between moments for all couples.
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    • New York City, New York
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    • USA

    The Williamsburg Hotel

    Owned and operated by the hospitality and real estate duo, Toby Moskovitz and Michael Lichtenstein, The Williamsburg Hotel is an elegant boutique hotel located in prime North Brooklyn territory.
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    • Phoenix, Arizona
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    • USA

    Talia Lynn Photography

    I’m a photographer with a background in literature and a love for stories that sink in deep; the kind that stay with you, not because they’re perfect, but because they’re real.
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    • Seattle, Washington
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    • USA

    Jo Renee Photography

    Hey, babes, I’m Jo. I’m a nonbinary lesbian photographer based in Seattle, documenting queer love in all forms.
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    • Jasper, Georgia
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    • USA

    Colleen Elise Photography

    Hey, I’m Colleen– your photographer, guide, and hype person. I’m currently located in North Georgia and photograph elopements and weddings throughout Georgia, the southeast, and anywhere in the US! I started photographing weddings over 9 years ago, and as cliche…
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    • Denver, Colorado
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    • USA

    McKenzie Bigliazzi Photography

    I’m McKenzie Bigliazzi (pronounced “Big-lee-ozzy”), and I am a Colorado-based photographer who travels extensively to capture the essence of both intimate and grand moments. I am dedicated to transforming fleeting instances into timeless works of art, without making you feel…
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    • Los Angeles, California
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    • USA

    Thistle and Poppy Photography

    Thistle & Poppy was created for the dreamers and the lovers, those who believe in slow mornings, wildflowers, and the magic of being seen as you are. Together, we’ll craft imagery that feels effortless yet artful, photographs that don’t just…
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Getting married in Maryland

Same-sex couples have been able to marry in Maryland since 2013, and every vendor in our directory is vetted to be genuinely affirming.

The legal bit

Apply in the county where your ceremony will be held. Your license takes effect at 6 a.m. on the second calendar day after it is issued, and you have 6 months to marry. Maryland doesn’t require witnesses. Couples who live elsewhere can often apply by mail. Fees vary by county.

Where couples are saying yes

Our couples have celebrated with a celestial summer solstice wedding in Annapolis and a DIY queer wedding weekend at camp.

Questions couples ask

Is there a waiting period in Maryland?

Yes. Your license takes effect at 6 a.m. on the second calendar day after it is issued.

How long is a Maryland marriage license valid?

6 months.

Do we need witnesses in Maryland?

No.

Legal details last checked October 2026 against the Howard County Circuit Court. Rules and fees can vary by county.

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