Yacht Wedding Miami
Say "I do" on the water. From intimate elopements to grand receptions, a yacht wedding in Miami creates a celebration as unique as your love story. Ceremony, cocktails, dinner, dancing -- all with the ocean as your venue.
Full Wedding Coordination
Our wedding concierge coordinates every detail so you can focus on what matters.
Floral Design
Custom arrangements from arch to centerpieces, designed for the yacht setting.
Photography
Wedding photographers experienced with yacht ceremonies and golden hour on the water.
Catering
From passed canapes to plated five-course dinners with private chef service.
Entertainment
Live musicians, DJs, and sound systems optimized for on-water acoustics.
Decor & Styling
Complete event styling from table settings to lighting to aisle design.
Wedding Planning
Coordination with your planner or connection to yacht-specialized planners.
Wedding Charter Packages
Every wedding is unique. These packages are starting points -- everything is customizable.
Intimate Elopement
Just the two of you (and a few loved ones) on the water. Sunset ceremony, champagne toast, and the Miami skyline as your witness. Simple, romantic, unforgettable.
Micro Wedding
The perfect blend of intimate and celebratory. Ceremony on deck, cocktail hour, sit-down dinner, and dancing under the stars. Everything a wedding should be, without the chaos.
Grand Celebration
A full wedding experience on the water. Multiple deck areas for ceremony, cocktails, dinner, and dancing. Room for a band, a proper dance floor, and a moment you will replay forever.
Superyacht Wedding
The most spectacular wedding venue in Miami. Superyacht with grand salon, multiple bars, gourmet kitchen, and enough space for every tradition you want to keep.
Rehearsal Dinner
Set the tone for your wedding weekend. Relaxed evening cruise with your wedding party, close family, and the anticipation of tomorrow.
Post-Wedding Brunch
Keep the celebration going. Morning-after cruise with mimosas, brunch, and one more chance to soak in the joy with your closest people.
Your Guide to a Yacht Wedding in Miami
A yacht wedding in Miami offers something no ballroom, garden, or beach venue can match: a ceremony surrounded by water, sky, and the city's iconic skyline. It is intimate by nature -- your guests are together in a shared, exclusive space with no strangers, no neighboring events, and no distractions. The ocean itself becomes part of your celebration.
Yacht weddings have grown significantly in Miami over the past five years, driven by couples seeking alternatives to traditional venues. The appeal is clear: instead of decorating a blank space to feel special, you step onto a vessel that is already extraordinary. The views change as you cruise, the sunset provides its own lighting design, and the entire experience feels unlike any wedding your guests have attended before.
Logistically, yacht weddings are more manageable than most couples expect. Our wedding concierge handles vendor coordination, timeline planning, embarkation logistics, and day-of execution. We have established relationships with Miami's top wedding photographers, florists, caterers, and officiants who understand the unique dynamics of a yacht ceremony. From the aisle setup on the bow to the first dance on the sky lounge, every detail is planned for the vessel's layout.
The most popular format is a micro wedding: 20-40 guests, ceremony at anchor in Biscayne Bay, cocktail hour on the upper deck during departure, and a seated dinner while cruising past the Miami skyline at sunset. This format maximizes the yacht experience and keeps the celebration intimate and connected.
For couples who want the full experience, we offer wedding weekend packages. Rehearsal dinner on a smaller yacht the night before, the wedding day on a larger vessel, and a morning-after brunch cruise. It turns your wedding into a weekend-long celebration that your guests will remember as the best wedding they have ever attended.
Yacht Wedding FAQs
Everything you need to know about getting married on a yacht in Miami
Can you have a wedding on a yacht in Miami?
Absolutely. Yacht weddings are legal and increasingly popular in Miami. You can hold the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all on board. Some couples use the yacht for the ceremony and an onshore venue for the reception, or vice versa. YATR coordinates with wedding planners and officiants to make every detail seamless.
How much does a yacht wedding cost in Miami?
Yacht wedding costs vary by vessel size and event scope. Intimate elopements and micro-weddings (2-20 guests) start from $5,000. Mid-size wedding receptions (30-60 guests) run $12,000-$25,000. Grand celebrations on superyachts (80-150 guests) start at $30,000+. These prices cover the yacht charter; catering, florals, and entertainment are additional.
How many guests can attend a yacht wedding?
Guest capacity ranges from 2 for an intimate elopement to 150+ on larger vessels. Micro-weddings of 20-40 guests are the most popular format for yacht weddings, offering an intimate atmosphere with room for dining and dancing. Larger yachts with multiple decks can accommodate full wedding receptions.
What is included in a yacht wedding charter?
The charter includes exclusive use of the yacht, licensed captain, professional crew, fuel, and standard amenities. Wedding-specific services like officiant, florist, photographer, DJ, catering, and custom decorations are coordinated through our wedding concierge but priced separately to give you full control over vendors and budget.
Can the captain legally perform the wedding ceremony?
While the romantic notion of a captain marrying couples exists, in Florida, marriages must be performed by a licensed officiant (judge, clergy, notary public, or ordained minister). We work with experienced wedding officiants who specialize in yacht ceremonies and can recommend the perfect fit for your style.
What happens if the weather is bad on our wedding day?
Miami has favorable weather year-round, but we always have contingency plans. Many yachts have enclosed, air-conditioned salons suitable for ceremonies and receptions. We monitor weather 72 hours out and discuss options with you. If conditions are unsafe for cruising, we can arrange a dockside celebration or reschedule at no charter fee.
Can we do a rehearsal dinner on a yacht too?
Yes, and it is one of the most popular add-ons. Many couples charter a smaller yacht for the rehearsal dinner the night before, then the larger vessel for the wedding day. We offer multi-day packages with preferred rates for wedding weekend bookings.
Where does the yacht go during a wedding ceremony?
This is entirely your choice. Many couples prefer a dockside ceremony with the yacht departing after the vows for a reception cruise. Others choose to exchange vows while anchored in a scenic location like off Star Island or in the calm waters of Biscayne Bay. Your captain will recommend the most beautiful and calm spots.
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Start Planning Your Yacht Wedding
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