A wedding in Cabo San Lucas is a dream for all couples who love Mexico, for it is an exclusive and unique destination to celebrate your wedding, to live a magical experience and to start to enjoy a well-deserved and romantic honeymoon.
‘Los Cabos’ and its impressive turquoise and crystal waters, that contrast with the desert and the beautiful wild life, has become the perfect scenario to transform your dreams into everlasting memories. It’s landscape with the best beaches of Baja California make it a unique destination for the most romantic day of your life.
It is for this reason, that in this article, we will tell you all about a wedding at Cabo San Lucas: why you would want to get married in this location, where to have your big day, what a wedding is like in this place, the cost of the wedding here… and much more.
Discover what Los Cabos has prepared for you and your invitees and start dreaming of your wedding now!
Why celebrate a wedding in Cabo San Lucas?
Los Cabos is always an enchanting option, as it has an infinite horizon of incredible hues ranging from the blue of the sky to the blue of the sea and the imposing silhouettes of the desert, rocks and mountains.
Plus, the weather in Los Cabos is mild and calm, giving weddings the perfect sea breeze to keep your guests cool as you walk down the aisle and kiss your partner as the sun sets.
Getting married in Los Cabos you can also experience an ancestral ceremony. An ancestral ceremony is a unique and emotional moment where two souls are united through Mother Nature and the Spirits of the Gods, just as in ancient times the ancestors united their lives with their loved ones.
Cabo San Lucas wedding resorts range from elegant farms with classic Mexican architecture to luxurious hotels with modern sophistication. These provide you with many options for wedding venues in Los Cabos; whether you want an outdoor venue or an indoor area.
It is worth noting that many resorts in Los Cabos have beautiful gardens with elegant restaurants, where you can celebrate your wedding in a garden with colourful flowers and plants that will enhance the panoramic ocean view.
It also allows for nature activities such as hiking, horseback riding, rappelling, scuba diving, extreme sports, kayaking, surfing and fishing.
In Los Cabos, December through March is the best time for whale watching. Throughout these months the whales enjoy the warm and calm waters of the Sea of Cortez to give birth to their calves.
Finally, you can also have the opportunity to have in front of you one of the most wonderful species that exist, the dolphins. You will be able to live with them and experience all the affection they are capable of giving. Without a doubt, it is a unique experience that is worth living during your wedding stay.
What does the name Cabo San Lucas mean?
The name was ‘YENECAMÚ’ which is originally a Pericú word that means “place where two waters unite”. After the arrival of the Spanish colonisers and due to the great influx of expeditionaries, the site had several names: Nueva Albión, Puerto Seguro, Reino de Nueva Andalucía and Villa San Felipe.
However, the name that had the greatest impact and by which it was named and known by locals and foreigners alike was Cabo San Lucas, a name given on October 18, 1541 by the Spanish soldier Francisco de Bolaños on the very day dedicated in the Catholic saints’ calendar to Saint Luke the Evangelist.
On 27 June 1542, the name Cabo San Lucas was applied for the first time in a document and, as noted, Cabo San Lucas is so called because of the geographical formation on which it is located: a cape; and because of the apostle of the Christian religion: San Lucas. However, the correct name is Cabo De San Lucas, which over time was lost until the “de” was removed.
How much does a wedding cost in Los Cabos?
An important fact that couples who want to get married in this area want to know is how much does a wedding in Cabo San Lucas cost.
It should be noted that there is no standardised figure, as the price of your wedding will depend on many factors.
Generally speaking, we can say that a beach wedding in Mexico requires an initial amount of around 150,000 MXN (7,400 USD) for celebrations of approximately 100 people.
However, if it is a more luxurious wedding, the cost can exceed one million Mexican pesos (49,000 USD). The price will vary depending on the number of guests, the final venue, the banquet and the number of extras hired.
Where will you celebrate the wedding in Cabo San Lucas?
Every corner of this Southern Californian destination is perfect for saying “I do” to that special someone. The options are endless, but here are our favourites, there’s sure to be a place that’s taylor-made for you and your partner!
One & Only Palmilla
Known as the place to celebrate new beginnings and eternal love, One & Only Palmilla has become a favourite among lovers. It accompanies you in every detail, from the marriage proposal by the sea, to the moment of the ceremony in a Mexican style chapel. You choose whether you want to hold a ceremony for only 40 people or an event for 200, as the entire hotel is at the disposal of the bride and groom to select the best spot.
Los Tamarindos Farm
Los Tamarindos is an organic farm with areas designed to host unforgettable events, such as a wedding. Its spaces allow for ceremonies from 10 to 1,000 people and its menu varies each season providing authentic and original options for the bride and groom. The dishes are made from natural products available in their garden, all cooked by the renowned chef Enrique Silva. Of course, there are accommodation options for your guests. It is also one of the places with the best views of the magical sunsets of Los Cabos.
Sunset Monalisa
With characteristic views of the Sea of Cortez, but especially of the Arch of Cabo San Lucas, Sunset Monalisa is one of the best positioned places in all of Baja California Sur to celebrate love. Its menus are based on Mediterranean gastronomy, a true delight. Here you will find nine terraces for small and large events. In addition, this beautiful place has a team specialised in event organisation that never disappoints and is always attentive to all the details.
ACRE
Located in San Jose del Cabo, ACRE is a sanctuary that extends over 10 hectares full of nature. Its events allow for 20 to 500 people to gather in a magical mango orchard. ACRE is world-renowned for its world-class food and beverages, so your wedding menu is sure to be memorable, and its spectacular accommodations will make you feel like you’re in a fairy tale come true.
Enchanted View
This beautiful venue offers you four different packages for the celebration of your dreams. It has small, intimate spaces for small weddings and spacious terraces or gardens for parties of up to 200 people. In addition, it has a chapel with an unequalled view of the Sea of Cortez and different spaces to carry out the party such as terraces, kiosks, gardens and beach areas overlooking the sea.
Flora Farms
Located north of San Jose del Cabo, in the foothills of the Sierra de la Laguna, Flora Farms is a favourite celebrity wedding venue. It is an organic farm of more than 10 hectares, which is isolated and in the middle of the desert, providing a sense of exclusivity and privacy. It’s the perfect venue for a rustic yet luxurious wedding. With garden-to-table dishes and handcrafted cocktails infused with natural fruits and vegetables. As if that wasn’t enough, they offer accommodation and spa services for your guests.
What do I need to get married in Los Cabos (paperwork)?
There are two types of ceremonies in Mexico, civil and religious. The civil ceremony is legally recognised worldwide and is performed in Spanish by a judge.
If you plan to celebrate your wedding in Cabo San Lucas, here is the information on the paperwork you need to complete:
- Marriage application that you must request at the Civil Registry Office where the marriage will be registered.
- Valid official identification with photograph of the bride and groom, it can be the INE (National Identity Card) or the passport.
- In the case of a foreigner, the passport and the immigration form.
- Updated birth certificate of each of the spouses, not older than two years at the date of the procedure. In the case of foreigners, this must also be updated, apostilled and translated.
- Letter of bachelorhood or proof of non-existence of marriage registration from the State of origin.
- If either of the spouses is divorced or widowed, it will be required to present the divorce or death certificate; for foreigners, either of the two documents, as applicable, but also apostilled and translated.
- Prenuptial medical certificate issued by the Ministry of Health, or blood test applied in Los Cabos, 48 hours before the ceremony.
- Four witnesses, who cannot be parents or grandparents, and the INE or passport of each of them.
Cabo San Lucas Wedding Packages
If you are looking for closed packages for your wedding, here are some examples of different wedding packages for a wedding in Cabo San Lucas:
Ceremony pack: location for event, altar, ceremony officiant, bride’s bouquet, groom’s boutonniere, torchlit walkway, chairs…
Ceremony and banquet pack: everything included in the ceremony pack and also the 3 course set menu, open bar, waiter service, table set-up, sparkling wine for toast, wedding cake…
Pampering and emotions pack: manicure and pedicure session, VIP reserved area, full body massage, spa and beauty treatment, make-up and hairdresser…
All-inclusive package: accommodation for guests, ceremony, banquet, decoration, formalities and documents, wedding night, wedding cake…
Most venues offer wedding packages, designed for different budgets. Many couples even find that, with the right package, they can have their perfect destination wedding without spending more than they would in their home city.
As you go through the different packages, make sure you know which ideas and inclusions for your wedding venue are a must for you and which ones you can do without, so you’ll find your perfect option.
And we can’t end this article without leaving you with some ideas for weddings in Mexico, such as a wedding in Nuevo Vallarta, a wedding in Puerto Vallarta, a wedding in Cancun or a wedding in Yucatan, so you can be closer to choosing your destination!
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