Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Historic Wedding Venue in Las Vegas
Established in 1942, Little Church of the West has been a cornerstone of Las Vegas weddings for over eight decades. Our historic chapel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, blends old-west charm with modern event planning to offer couples a unique venue for their special day. As the oldest existing structure on the Las Vegas Strip, we have hosted thousands of ceremonies, including those of celebrities and international couples drawn to Nevada's hassle-free marriage laws. Our team of experienced wedding planners collaborates with preferred vendors to ensure every detail is executed flawlessly, whether clients choose an intimate elopement or a grand celebration. The chapel's architectural integrity, preserved since its 1942 construction, provides an authentic backdrop enhanced by mature landscaping and period fixtures like 19th-century Victorian lamps converted to electric.Having moved three times to accommodate development, including its current location at Mandalay Bay, we combine historical significance with contemporary convenience. Our services extend beyond the chapel to include outdoor venues like the Las Vegas Sign and Harley-Davidson locations, while our all-inclusive packages cater to diverse preferences and budgets. We maintain a reputation for exceptional service through dedicated staff members who possess deep local knowledge of Las Vegas hospitality and tourism. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through 80 years of continuous operation and recognition as Las Vegas' Best Wedding Chapel by local publications.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Elopement Packages
Vow Renewals
Package Customization
Officiant Services
Details
- Year established: 1942
Highlights and features
- We have 80+ years of experience as Las Vegas' original wedding chapel
- Our chapel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- We offer customizable packages for all budgets
- We provide access to multiple unique wedding venues
- Our team includes multilingual wedding planners
What people say
Iconic setting
Historic charm
Professional staff
Memorable experience
Variety packages
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
We specialize in traditional and themed wedding ceremonies at our historic chapel. Our services include officiant coordination, floral arrangements, photography packages, and customized vows. Maintaining original cedar and redwood construction since 1942, our chapel accommodates both intimate ceremonies and larger events with flexible seating options.
Elopement Packages
Our elopement packages provide simple ceremonies for couples seeking intimate celebrations. Available weekday mornings, these packages include officiant services, basic floral arrangements, and photography credits. Packages start at $199 with options for witness provision and digital photo galleries.
Venue Rentals
Beyond our chapel, we offer multiple unique venues including the Las Vegas Sign, Harley-Davidson locations, and garden settings. These locations provide distinctive backdrops for ceremonies with options for guest photography, live music, and customized decor elements.
Package Customization
Our wedding planners help couples personalize any package through add-on services. Options include limousine transportation, champagne toasts, live entertainment, and extended bridal suite access. All packages include professional photography credits and digital media delivery.
Officiant Services
Choose from traditional ministers or themed officiants including Elvis and Johnny Cash impersonators. Minister services start at $60 for basic packages or $100 for premium events. Impersonator options add $200-$250 to ceremonies with professional performance experience.
People
Nicole Las Vegas Wedding Planner
Wedding Consultant
Native Las Vegas hospitality professional with decade of experience creating memorable weddings. Specializes in matching couples with ideal packages and coordinating all event details for flawless celebrations.
Emily Las Vegas Wedding Planner
Wedding Coordinator
California-born wedding planner with local expertise in tourism and hospitality. Focuses on international client coordination and personalized event design while balancing academic studies and wedding planning.
Yvette Las Vegas Wedding Planner
Senior Coordinator
Las Vegas native with decade of wedding industry experience. Specializes in family-friendly ceremonies and works closely with couples to transform wedding visions into reality using extensive local vendor knowledge.
Bunny Florist
Lead Designer
Creative director of floral services with award-winning designs featured in Forbes and TV productions. Provides complete floral customization for weddings using fresh arrangements that complement the chapel's historic ambiance.
Brian Minister
Ceremony Officiant
Professional entertainer-turned-minister with 8000+ conducted ceremonies. Combines theatrical experience with wedding officiation skills to create engaging, personalized ceremonies while being recognized as Top 100 Men of Las Vegas.
Questions
How can I book a wedding ceremony at Little Church of the West?
Complete our online contact form or call 702-739-7971 to connect with a wedding planner. They'll help select your preferred package, officiant, and venue while coordinating all event details.
What makes this chapel different from other Las Vegas wedding venues?
As Nevada's oldest existing wedding chapel (established 1942) and National Historic Place listed venue, we combine original architecture with modern amenities for a unique blend of history and contemporary convenience.
Are themed weddings available with Elvis impersonators?
Yes! Add Elvis, Mini Elvis, or Johnny Cash impersonators for $200-$250 to any package. These popular options create memorable experiences with professional performers in authentic Vegas style.
Can we have both ceremony and reception at your locations?
While we focus on ceremonies, our planners recommend complementary reception venues through our preferred vendor network including restaurants, hotel ballrooms, and outdoor event spaces.
How does pricing work for weekend weddings?
Weekend ceremonies (Friday-Sunday) include a 10% surcharge. Packages range from $199-$1495 with options for adding limo service, photography upgrades, and custom floral arrangements.
Reviews (6)
Bridget Beard
Jun 29, 2022
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My husband and I loved getting married here, for those who hate planning (shoutout to April!) it was truly painless and absolutely beautiful. I am a VERY picky person, and literally EVERYTHING went right. I could not be happier with the way everything turned out! And the pictures. let me just tell you they turned out STUNNING (James is the man! And we have this beautiful memory captured forever now).
Our minister? Phenomenal. Every word Brian said rang true and we loved every minute of our heartfelt ceremony. Everyone at this church has it going on! Friendly staff and a truly amazing day and service. Thank you so much Little Church of the West! We are forever in your debt. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Salvato 6.26.2022
Our minister? Phenomenal. Every word Brian said rang true and we loved every minute of our heartfelt ceremony. Everyone at this church has it going on! Friendly staff and a truly amazing day and service. Thank you so much Little Church of the West! We are forever in your debt. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Salvato 6.26.2022
Gael Le Sauce
May 29, 2022
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Very authentic chapel with a lot of history, was married there in 98, didn't change. The same one year after year. I love this place.
Michael Laubach
May 01, 2022
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I married the most AMAZING woman that I never thought would come into my life on a memorable Vegas Fri sunset evening. The quaint and initimate chapel created a moment that we will never forget. From the Minister (i.e. Elvis) to the Photographer, the level of professionalism allowed us to just sit back, relax, stare into each other's eyes and vow our forever love while in the presence of Friends. Thank you for an experience of a lifetime! As a BONUS, their Staff filed all paperwork the following business day and we had our Marriage Certificate in hand the same day (for a fee, but worth it).
Tim Macklin
Apr 16, 2022
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We had a lovely, albeit brief ceremony here. It has all the historic charm you've seen in the movies. I would recommend it, but I would say it is relatively expensive with. $207 for a basic vow, photographed and recorded ceremony. $60 for the officiant (who was amazing!). Bring cash! This is all pretty reasonable, but the disappointment is that if you want the pictures and video recording, that adds another $437 to the tab.
The photos were generally above average, and the photographer was a fun participant in the process. At $700 all in, I found it to be kind of pricey for such a brief experience. Unless you really want that "quintessential" Vegas wedding experience, if you want photos, I'd shop around.
The photos were generally above average, and the photographer was a fun participant in the process. At $700 all in, I found it to be kind of pricey for such a brief experience. Unless you really want that "quintessential" Vegas wedding experience, if you want photos, I'd shop around.
Ashton Cloer
Mar 14, 2022
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Everything was wonderful except the flowers. I sent pictures of my wedding colors and inspiration pictures of how I would like the flowers to look like and somehow they were completely different and awful. There were several comments from guest about the orange/yellowish brown and baby pink rose combo. I would suggest not spending the extra money to get custom flowers or stick with plain red rose arrangements. Loved the venue and staff was helpful! But every time I look at my photos I cringe.
Ogthedinosaur
Feb 07, 2022
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Perfect in every way. My partner John and I have been talking about getting married for some time. As this would be a second marriage for both of us and we didn't want a big ceremony for many reasons. We planned to visit Las Vegas as part of a road trip (we live in London, England) and decided this would be the best opportunity to 'tie the knot'. I checked out all the options before settling on Little Church of the West and couldn't be happier with my choice!
I suspect that on a scale of events, our ceremony at the Welcome to Las Vegas sign was probably the smallest ever organised but that didn't mean we were treated with any less attention. Nicole and her team were attentive to all our requests and communicated clearly through the whole process. Melvin who officiated was charming and professional, he put us at ease and led the ceremony with dignity, warmth and just the right touch of humour. Albert's photos and video were the perfect reminder of a very special occasion in our lives. I can't recommend these folk highly enough - they literally made our day! Helen
I suspect that on a scale of events, our ceremony at the Welcome to Las Vegas sign was probably the smallest ever organised but that didn't mean we were treated with any less attention. Nicole and her team were attentive to all our requests and communicated clearly through the whole process. Melvin who officiated was charming and professional, he put us at ease and led the ceremony with dignity, warmth and just the right touch of humour. Albert's photos and video were the perfect reminder of a very special occasion in our lives. I can't recommend these folk highly enough - they literally made our day! Helen
