Get Ready: Valentine’s Day Wedding Appointments Now Available at County Assessor’s Offices

2025 has just begin, but Valentine’s Day is already right around the corner.

San Diego County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Jordan Marks has announced that early appointments are now available for civil wedding ceremonies this Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 2025.

Couples can book their Valentine’s Day appointments for marriage licenses and ceremonies at one of five ARCC offices: Chula Vista, Vista, San Marcos, Santee, and the downtown headquarters at the County Administration Center, 1600 Pacific Highway.

The Downtown location also offers indoor ceremony rooms or an outdoor marriage arbor on the waterfront.

Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Marks is an elected official who also serves as county commissioner of civil marriages. The ARCC office is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and birth and death certificates, as well as registering business names and recording all legal real estate documents.

On average, the ARCC office provides nearly 25,000 marriage licenses and performs more than 11,000 weddings a year county-wide.

Historically, Valentine’s Day is one of the busiest and most popular days of the year for same-day marriage licensing and civil ceremonies, according to Marks.

“Valentine’s Day 2025 will be extra special this year because it falls on a Friday, allowing for a weekend of fun for the newlyweds,” said Marks in a statement.

“Happiness begins here at my County Clerk Office for hundreds of couples looking to tie the knot on this unforgettable day. I highly encourage couples to make their Valentine’s Day 2025 appointment now, using my award-winning online booking system to secure their reservation for love on this highly-sought-after day.”

Appointments can be made online or by calling (619) 237-0502. The cost for a non-confidential marriage license is $129. An ARCC staff member can perform the ceremony for an additional $107. Ceremonies can be conducted in English or Spanish.