Get Married in Sturgis
Want a Rally Wedding?
Here are the basics you need to know to get legally married while enjoying the Sturgis Rally.
- GET A MARRIAGE LICENSE
- Pay $40 for a South Dakota marriage license at any of the Register of Deeds offices.
STURGIS: 1425 SHERMAN ST (605) 347-2356
DEADWOOD: 78 SHERMAN ST (605) 578-3930
RAPID CITY: 130 KANSAS CITY ST 210, (605) 394-2177
BELLE FOURCHE: 839 5TH AVE, (605) 892-2912
CUSTER: 420 MOUNT RUSHMORE ROAD (605) 673-8171
HOT SPRINGS: 906 NORTH RIVER (605) 745-5139
STURGIS: 1425 SHERMAN ST (605) 347-2356
DEADWOOD: 78 SHERMAN ST (605) 578-3930
RAPID CITY: 130 KANSAS CITY ST 210, (605) 394-2177
BELLE FOURCHE: 839 5TH AVE, (605) 892-2912
CUSTER: 420 MOUNT RUSHMORE ROAD (605) 673-8171
HOT SPRINGS: 906 NORTH RIVER (605) 745-5139
- Some offices accept only cash and travelers checks
- Identification is required, either a driver’s license, passport or a certified copy of a birth certificate.
- No blood test or waiting period is required
- THE CEREMONY
- The marriage ceremony must be performed within 20 days from the purchase of your license or the license becomes void.
- Marriage may be solemnized by a justice of the supreme court, a judge of the circuit court, a magistrate, or any person authorized by a church to solemnize marriages. See SDCL 25-1 for specific statutes.
- Two adult witness must be present and sign the license.
- AFTER MARRIED
- Once married, the officiant or the couple must return the license to the Register of Deeds within 10 days. If not, there will be no record of the marriage.
- Get a copy of the marriage certificate from a South Dakota courthouse for an additional per-copy fee of $15, as proof of the marriage to be used for legal reasons.
Some Advise from Mary Maisey-Ireland, Wedding Officiant 605-484-8464
Before Your Departure
* Propose
* Make your rally travel and lodging arrangements (things book up fast!)
* Purchase your rings
* Contact me to confirm the availability of your date, and send deposit
* If you want wedding photos, book now
* Invite the people you most want to attend the ceremony. You will need a minimum of two adult witnesses
* Work with me to create your one-of-a-kind ceremony
* Choose music and pack original CDs or iPod (I can bring a player)
* Draft your vows (if you’re writing your own)
* Select flowers (if desired)
* Find and pack your special attire
* Pack items that will make your day memorable and special
* Pack your rings
* Travel safely to the Black Hills!
Upon Arrival
* Purchase license (wedding must occur within 20 days of issue)
* Visit ceremony location * Contact me for final planning
On the Big Day
Bring the following:
* License, rings, witnesses, “little touches,” remainder of my fee, special attire, camera, music, flowers, “Just Married” decorations for your bike, etc.
* Plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early so we can meet, go over any questions, find the perfect spot for photos and the ceremony, get comfortable, etc.
After the Wedding
* You may return the signed and completed marriage license to the courthouse yourselves (which will speed the process of getting your notarized marriage certificate). Or I will mail it within one or two business days, and you may request it later. The license MUST be returned within 10 days or the marriage isn’t valid.
* Ride the Hills in your special attire, telling everyone that you are newlyweds. You will be celebrated everywhere you go!
* Relax and enjoy the “honeymoon” part of your trip!
* Travel safely home
* Share photos with me. I may use them on this website!
* Post a review on Google+ about your experience
* Make your rally travel and lodging arrangements (things book up fast!)
* Purchase your rings
* Contact me to confirm the availability of your date, and send deposit
* If you want wedding photos, book now
* Invite the people you most want to attend the ceremony. You will need a minimum of two adult witnesses
* Work with me to create your one-of-a-kind ceremony
* Choose music and pack original CDs or iPod (I can bring a player)
* Draft your vows (if you’re writing your own)
* Select flowers (if desired)
* Find and pack your special attire
* Pack items that will make your day memorable and special
* Pack your rings
* Travel safely to the Black Hills!
Upon Arrival
* Purchase license (wedding must occur within 20 days of issue)
* Visit ceremony location * Contact me for final planning
On the Big Day
Bring the following:
* License, rings, witnesses, “little touches,” remainder of my fee, special attire, camera, music, flowers, “Just Married” decorations for your bike, etc.
* Plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early so we can meet, go over any questions, find the perfect spot for photos and the ceremony, get comfortable, etc.
After the Wedding
* You may return the signed and completed marriage license to the courthouse yourselves (which will speed the process of getting your notarized marriage certificate). Or I will mail it within one or two business days, and you may request it later. The license MUST be returned within 10 days or the marriage isn’t valid.
* Ride the Hills in your special attire, telling everyone that you are newlyweds. You will be celebrated everywhere you go!
* Relax and enjoy the “honeymoon” part of your trip!
* Travel safely home
* Share photos with me. I may use them on this website!
* Post a review on Google+ about your experience
: 605-484-8464 : SturgisRallyWeddings.com
