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About
15 Years of experience. Every ceremony is unique and tailored to each couple and their experiences together. I am passionate about "I do's" Seen the Love and excitement about starting the journey of marriage is a great reward for me. I offer extra services like flowers, decoration and day of coordination.
Overview
Hired 62 times
2 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
3 employees
8 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2021
2020
Services offered
Type of ceremony
Service type (affiliation)
Christian
Catholic
Buddhist
Interfaith
Need help writing vows?
I can work with couples who need help writing vows
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
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Brian S.
Apr 20, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mercedes, started off our wedding with an incredible vibe and wrote our vows with care and in a very beautiful fashion. I would highly recommend her:)
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 21 - 50 guests • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Juliana O.
Aug 26, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Our Wedding Ceremony was so magical and unforgettable thanks to Mercedes. She officiated our wedding and made it very personal, special, and unique. We really enjoyed working with her and strongly recommend her. Our Wedding Ceremony felt like a dream come true!! Thank you Mercedes for making our day a moment to remember for lifetime!
Details: Elopement • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • I'm flexible • Spanish • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Dan k.
Jun 26, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mercedes did amazing officiating our small casual wedding at our home. She was professional and it was effortless to work with her. She provided the perfect amount of spirituality that we wanted and allowed us to make the ceremony personal to us. Everyone complimented the service and we really felt that it was a memorable experience. It would not have been what it was without her. We highly recommend her for your wedding whether big or small.
Details: Wedding • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Karen M.
Jan 14, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mercedes was the angel we needed to bring the vision together for our wedding. My husband is from Honduras and with so many Spanish speaking guests attending, we needed a bilingual ceremony. Mercedes officiated in both languages to the delight of all. She also helped with our vows which took a big weight off our shoulders & accommodated us when she learned the only way on and off the island was by boat. I loved it that she wore an aqua dress to coordinate perfectly with our theme. Mercedes takes the time to pay attention to detail and you can tell she does this from her heart as well as a business perspective. We were thrilled to have this beautiful, kind, genuine woman be a part of our special day. It wouldn't have been the same without her! Thank you, Mercedes!
Details: Wedding • Christian • 51 - 100 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • Spanish • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Beach Side Weddings and Events's reply
Thank my dear!🥰
Wedding Officiant
Ana S.
Oct 13, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
I was very hesitant on who to choose to officiate my wedding ceremony. My husband and I are Hispanic and perfected the ceremony to be in Spanish. Mercedes did an excel and job portraying us as a couple and made it very unique and special to us. Thank you Mercedes for an unforgettable moment!
Details: Elopement • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • Spanish • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
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Mercedes Vargas
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
All fees are according to size of the wedding and distance. Ceremonies start at $190 in Manatee County.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to talk with my couples over the phone and explain my services and packages. We can start contacting via text and phone and later we can meet in person if I am available for an extra fee.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a bachelor's in criminal justice but my love and years of experience as officiant is what makes me great at what I do. I really love being an officiant 💕
