Inclusive vendor directory

LGBTQ+ Affirming Wedding Vendors in Ohio

Photographers, planners, officiants and venues across Ohio, from Columbus to Cleveland and Cincinnati. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.

Ohio at a glance

No waiting periodOnce your application is accepted.

60 days to marryFrom the date it is issued.

Visitors apply locallyIn the county of your ceremony.

Columbus prideOne of the Midwest’s biggest Pride celebrations.

Vetted vendors serving Ohio

Type of vendor
    • 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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    • 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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    • 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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Getting married in Ohio

Same-sex couples have been able to marry in Ohio since 2015, and every vendor in our directory is vetted to be genuinely affirming.

The legal bit

If you live in Ohio, apply in the county where one of you lives, and you can marry anywhere in the state. If you live out of state, apply in the county where your ceremony will be. There’s no waiting period, and your license is valid for 60 days.

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Questions couples ask

Is there a waiting period in Ohio?

No.

How long is an Ohio marriage license valid?

60 days from the date it is issued.

Where do out-of-state couples apply?

In the Ohio county where the ceremony will take place.

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

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