Nearly 10,000 weddings. One familiar face.
Forty years at the front of the aisle.
For more than 40 years, Austin wedding officiant Judge Jon Wisser has helped Central Texas couples celebrate their wedding day with warmth, humor, and professionalism. From intimate courthouse wedding ceremonies and backyard elopements to large celebrations with hundreds of guests, Austin's favorite wedding judge brings a calm, personal approach to every occasion.
His experience includes officiating weddings in hot air balloons, underwater in scuba gear, and at the finish line of a marathon. He has even had the honor of marrying multiple generations within the same Austin families.
Known for being genuinely funny, dependable, and easy to work with, this Austin wedding official creates wedding ceremonies that feel personal, memorable, and true to each couple.
Any size.
Any venue.
Any style.
Just the Two of You
Private elopements at the courthouse, a favorite overlook, or a quiet backyard. He’ll arrive on time, make it official, and help you begin your next chapter without unnecessary complications.
The Full Celebration
Ceremonies for fifty guests or five hundred. Full script, rehearsal, and stage presence to keep the wedding party loose and the timeline honest.
Vows You'll Actually Remember
He will help you craft vows that feel authentic to your relationship, whether they are heartfelt, humorous, or deeply personal, rather than relying on a generic online template.
Anywhere in Central Texas
Downtown lofts, Hill Country ranches, lakeside decks, hotel ballrooms. If you can host it, he can get there.
Forty years.
A few good stories.
After nearly 10,000 ceremonies (and by rough count, about 8,000 slices of cake), a handful stand out.
Hot air balloon, sunrise
Vows exchanged hundreds of feet above the Hill Country, with the propane burner as the only interruption.
Mile 26.2 of a marathon
They crossed the finish line, exchanged vows, and began their next chapter together. A memorable way to celebrate a love built for the long run.
Underwater, in scuba gear
Regulators out, rings on, thumbs up. With much of the wedding party gathered underwater, they made it official beneath the surface.
Three generations, one family
Jon has married grandparents, their children, and now their grandchildren. It’s a true honor to be part of so many family milestones.
They came for a wedding. They left with a story.
“Thank you so much for your counsel and guidance as we prepared for our wedding day. You helped to make it a perfect day!”
“Thank you so much for the wonderful job you did for our ceremony. Thank you also for all the help in writing it. We couldn't be happier with how it turned out.”
“Thank you so much for helping us make today so memorable. We especially appreciate your approachability and prompt responses to lots of our questions. You give couples such a wonderful gift with your talents.”
Common questions.
Judge Wisser performs wedding ceremonies throughout Central Texas and can accommodate a wide variety of locations. Ceremonies may be held at the county courthouse, the Texas Capitol, at private residences, parks, country clubs, recreation centers, and other event venues.
He has also officiated ceremonies on boats, airplanes, and hot air balloons. Although most weddings take place in Central Texas, he has traveled to Houston, San Antonio, California, and other locations upon request.
Fees vary depending on the ceremony's location, date, time, travel requirements, and the amount of time involved.
Weekday ceremonies held between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. at the courthouse or Judge Wisser's nearby office typically range from $75 to $150. Weekday evening ceremonies near the courthouse are generally $250. Friday evening and weekend ceremonies typically range from $250 to $500.
Please contact Judge Wisser for a personalized quote based on your wedding details.
Tell me about your day.
A few details is all I need to check the date and send a quote. I usually reply within a day, often the same afternoon.