Plate
$240
Hotel Avg
$280
Best Month
October
Airport Dist.
5km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in Palm SpringsComplete guide for your wedding in Palm Springs
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Palm Springs, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Desert romance, mid-century design, and classic Hollywood glamour. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9/10 in romanticism, Palm Springs offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Palm Springs has excellent leisure infrastructure (8.5/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Palm Springs
Main advantages
- Almost guaranteed sunny and dry weather throughout the year.
- Unique vintage and modernist aesthetics that serve as a spectacular photo backdrop.
- Immediate proximity to Palm Springs airport for guests.
Points to keep in mind
- Stifling extreme heat during summer months (June to September).
- High prices in exclusive resorts during the peak season.
The style in Palm Springs
Dominant Style
Mid-Century Modern & Desert Glam
Local Tradition
Photo session among giant palm trees, modernist architecture, and the iconic California desert
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Palm Springs
The Colony Palms Hotel
A classic Hollywood oasis with intimate gardens and Spanish Colonial style.
Ace Hotel & Swim Club
Ideal for couples seeking a more bohemian, modern, and retro vibe.
Parker Palm Springs
The epitome of eclectic luxury and sophisticated design surrounded by private gardens.
Wedding traditions in United States
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Rehearsal Dinner
Informal dinner held the night before the wedding with close family and friends.
First Look
A private moment where the couple sees each other dressed up for the first time before the ceremony.
Legal requirements to marry in United States
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
County Clerk's Office
Minimum notice
3 days
Witnesses per spouse
1
Key steps
- Apply for a marriage license at the local County Clerk's office.
- Submit passport, birth certificate, and affidavit of single status.
- Wait the mandatory waiting period (varies between 24 and 72 hours in some states).
- Solemnize the marriage with a certified officiant and register the certificate.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in United States- Certified translation of the birth certificate if not in English.
- Apostilled decree of previous divorce (if applicable).
- Valid passport with visa or ESTA.
How to get there from United States
Main airports
Rail
Amtrak
Common departure points
Madrid · Barcelona · London · Paris · Frankfurt
Typical vendors in United States
What American couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Palm Springs
Precio medio: ~260€/noche
Los mejores hoteles para invitados y novios. Compara precios en Booking, Expedia, Agoda y más en una sola búsqueda.
Comparamos precios en +100 webs de reservas
Vuelos a Palm Springs
Encuentra los mejores vuelos comparando cientos de aerolineas y agencias. Alertas de precio incluidas para que reserves en el mejor momento.
Búsqueda en tiempo real con Google Flights
Que hacer en Palm Springs
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to get married in Palm Springs?
From October to April. October and November offer ideal warm daytime temperatures and cool nights, with almost zero rain risk.
How is the logistics for international guests?
Palm Springs has its own international airport (PSP) just minutes from downtown, or guests can fly into Los Angeles (LAX) and drive about two hours.
Is Palm Springs an inclusive destination?
Absolutely. It is one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly destinations in the world, with a very welcoming community and specialized vendors.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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