Commitment Ceremonies

Commitment ceremonies are an expression of a same sex couple’s commitment to one another that is often celebrated similar to a wedding.  While not legally binding, a commitment ceremony in New Orleans is an ideal way to commemorate your commitment to your partner. Many cities claim to embrace diversity, but few have the 300 year old track record to back it up like New Orleans. Our hotels and venues are gay friendly and non-discriminatory.

Whether religious or secular, commitment cermeonies can be unorthodox in style or follow similar protocol to a traditional wedding ceremony, complete with an officiant of the couple’s choosing, commitment vows, ring exchange followed by a reception. Couples looking to have a religious leader as an officiant may reach out to their minister. The Unitarian Universalist, Universal Life or Metropolitan Community churches support GLBT commitment ceremonies, while other faiths, such as reform Judaism and Protestant groups, leave the choice the clergy. The New Orleans Hotel Collection will work with you and your partner to plan a your perfect ceremony, whether an intimate gathering of 25 or a grand event of 3oo or more.