Name: John Burke - Marriage Celebrant
Rating: 5

Elopement & Micro Wedding Specialist Across Tasmania - From $490

A little bit about John

Experienced, Approachable, Memorable

John Burke has been a marriage celebrant for over 15 years, marrying couples across Tasmania in beautiful settings. He specialises in intimate, stress-free ceremonies while also supporting larger weddings, creating celebrations that feel personal, meaningful, and memorable. Whether it’s a small, simple ceremony or a full celebration, John guides couples through the legal requirements and keeps the focus on what matters most — the relationship. His relaxed, flexible approach has made him a trusted celebrant across Tasmania.

G s 5 days ago

John was absolutely fantastic and I couldn’t recommend him highly enough!! In the beginning he explained everything so clearly and told us the whole process. While being so friendly and easily reachable. Myself and my new wife Laura are so glad we got John to be our celebrant and he even offered his beautiful home to us and gave a beautiful ceremony. Thank you again John for all you did for this happy couple. We are forever in your debt.

Mel Knapp 2 weeks ago

We decided to elope because we wanted our wedding to just be about our love. We didn't want to enter in to it dealing with drama, chaos and spending ridiculous amounts of money. We felt like life does too much of that anyway. To have had the day we had wanted to be gentle and tender, having John as our celebrant was an absolute gift. He is kind and beautiful and I am so happy we had him there with us. The energy could not have felt more easy and meant to be. Much love and affection to the dear man that married me to my husband.

Sarbjit kaur 5077 2 weeks ago

We got married today, and we couldn’t have asked for a better celebrant than John! ❤️ He was absolutely wonderful, kind, friendly, and professional throughout the whole process. He organised everything so beautifully and made our special day smooth, stress-free, and memorable. We truly appreciate all his efforts and the care he put into making our wedding day perfect. Thank you so much, John, for being part of our special day! We highly recommend him to anyone planning their wedding! 💍❤️

Peter Raymer 3 weeks ago

Our elopement could not have gone better. Thank you John for making it such a special occasion for us

Jacqui Mansell 4 weeks ago

John is super professional, welcoming and kind. We had a fantastic service at home, John brings a beautiful respectful relaxed atmosphere, no stress, handled everything for us and was very reasonably priced. We highly recommend John for anyone looking for their celebrant. 10/10

Packages

Explore our two most popular packages, both are available statewide across Tasmania.

Legals Only ‘Elopement’ Wedding

$490

A simple, stress-free ceremony focused on the legal requirements only
Short ceremony, approximately 15 minutes
Suited to small, intimate weddings or elopements
Legally required wording, with the option to include your own vows
Held at any agreed location – including John’s private balcony overlooking Hobart’s waterfront
Witnesses provided if required
Preparation and lodgement of all documentation with the State Government

Full Service Wedding

$1650

A personalised wedding ceremony tailored to you as a couple
Typically 45 minutes, allowing for a complete ceremony experience
Suitable for weddings of any size
Custom/bespoke ceremony including readings, vows, PA equipment and music
Held at any location of your choice
Witnesses provided if required
Preparation and lodgement of all documentation with the State Government
Full consultation and ceremony planning and dress rehearsal if required

* Terms and conditions apply for both packages, view fine print.

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G s 5 days ago

Jubayer Ahmed 1 week ago

Mel Knapp 2 weeks ago

Sarbjit kaur 5077 2 weeks ago

Peter Raymer 3 weeks ago

Our elopement could not have gone better. Thank you John for making it such a special occasion for us

Jacqui Mansell 4 weeks ago

Mayvelyn Cabrera 5 months ago

We were lucky to have John officiate our elopement. He was incredibly kind, professional, and very hands-on with all our documents, making the entire process smooth and stress-free.We expected it to be just a simple signing, but John went above and beyond by providing a beautiful ceremony that made the occasion even more special for us and our loved ones. He also generously shared the photos he captured during the ceremony, which we truly appreciate.Thank you so much, John, for making our elopement such a memorable and meaningful experience. We are grateful for your warmth, dedication, and support throughout our special day.

Gisela Oktaviana 5 months ago

We couldn't have asked for a better celebrant than John. From the very beginning, he was professional, friendly, responsive, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process.Our ceremony was simple and exactly what we wanted, and John made everything run smoothly and stress-free.Thank you, John, for making our special day so easy and memorable. We highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a reliable and caring celebrant.

Ellie Badcock 5 months ago

I had the pleasure of witnessing a ceremony officiated by John Burke and I was incredibly impressed by their professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail. From the moment the ceremony began, they created a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere while ensuring everything ran smoothly and seamlessly. Their ability to connect with the couple and their guests made the ceremony feel personal, genuine, and heartfelt.The ceremony was beautifully delivered, with the perfect balance of emotion, humour, and sincerity.It was clear that a great deal of care and effort had gone into creating a meaningful experience that truly reflected the couple's story and personalities.I would highly recommend John to any couple looking for a celebrant who is organised, engaging, and passionate about making their special day unforgettable.