If you love your partner to the moon and back (or farther, we suppose) then maybe it’s time to get hitched. A Florida-based space travel company is offering couples the chance to marry on the edge of space, complete with a view of Earth’s third rock. Of course, it won’t be cheap, and it seems that the waiting list for this once-in-a-lifetime experience is already light-years long.
On the other hand, if you want to tie the knot on your own front lawn, or in a more secluded location, there are plenty of DIY options. You can purchase a Star Trek Enterprise-inspired wedding dress or suit, or even go for something a bit more vintage sci-fi. To give your outer space theme an extra pop, consider giving your guests alien-shaped sunglasses or springy Martian antennae headbands to wear. These little touches will look perfect in your post-ceremony spacewalk photos.
One of the most popular space-themed wedding ideas is to get married at a NASA-approved destination site. These sites are the perfect combination of barren and beautiful, and many feature red rocky terrain that will create the otherworldly feel you’re going for. You can also bring your space theme to life with other details, such as spaceship-shaped place cards or an intergalactic wedding cake. You could also give your officiant and guests astronaut flight suits or visors to add some authenticity.
Another option is to rent a raw space venue, which is an event rental facility that doesn’t offer the typical wedding services like catering or table linens. Typically, these venues are less expensive than traditional hotel and banquet facilities because they come bare bones—meaning that everything from tables, chairs, flatware, china, and decor needs to be brought in. These venues can be found at museums, arts centers/theatres, town-buildings, and parks.
And then there are the really out-there space weddings, like the 2003 event that featured a Russian cosmonaut who was still on a mission. The bride walked down the aisle to David Bowie’s “Absolute Beginners” via video conference monitor from 402 kilometers above New Zealand. She then blew her husband a kiss, and he blew hers right back. The couple has since divorced, but the event was a memorable way to celebrate their union.
If a wedding on the edge of space sounds a bit too nerve-wracking, you can always opt for a lunar destination instead. Some wedding planners suggest a moon-shaped pool or an empty ballroom with a skylight for your once-in-a-lifetime celebration.
If you’re planning a space wedding, it’s important to ask your rental event space coordinator about any special requirements or costs. For example, some event spaces require you to have an officiant in order to hold a ceremony there, while others include this cost in the overall rental fee. The venue manager or coordinator may be able to recommend a local professional. And if you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option, a wedding officiant who is familiar with event spaces can often work at a discounted rate.