San Juan Capistrano
Elopement
A San Juan Capistrano ceremony beneath the oaks, Mission portraits, and an optional coastal sunset.
A Day That Actually Flows
A San Juan Capistrano elopement can move naturally from Reatta Park to Mission San Juan Capistrano, with an optional coastal sunset afterward.
We start beneath the oaks at Reatta Park, then head into the historic district for portraits at Mission San Juan Capistrano.
If you want to extend the day, we can finish at the coast for sunset.
Ceremony Beneath the Oaks at Reatta Park
Reatta Park offers a quiet, shaded setting surrounded by mature oak and sycamore trees.
It works especially well for small ceremonies that feel personal without the pressure of a traditional venue.
Portraits at Mission San Juan Capistrano
After the ceremony, we head to Mission San Juan Capistrano for portraits among the arches, textured walls, gardens, and historic architecture.
It gives the day a completely different look without adding a lot of travel or slowing anything down.
Extending the Experience to the Coast
Finish with
Sunset Portraits
If you want to keep the day going, we can finish at the coast for sunset.
San Clemente and Dana Point are both a short drive away, giving you a completely different look and a relaxed way to close out the experience.
The San Juan Capistrano Elopement Experience
This is a fully guided experience built around how you want the day to unfold.
Most couples invest between $3,800–$6,500, depending on coverage, locations, and whether you add a coastal sunset.
We help with the timeline, coordination, photography, and the details that keep everything moving smoothly.
Looking for a simpler coastal ceremony? Explore our elopement packages and pricing.
Make the Day Your Own
This is a fully guided experience built around how you want the day to unfold.
Most couples invest between $2,800–$5,500, depending on photography coverage, locations, timing, and whether you add a coastal sunset.
We help with the timeline, coordination, photography, and the small details that keep everything moving smoothly.
San Juan Capistrano Elopement Q&A
Do you need a permit to elope in San Juan Capistrano?
Reatta Park and Mission San Juan Capistrano may require reservations, permits, or scheduled photography access depending on your plans. We help guide you through what is needed for your locations.
How many guests can we have at a San Juan Capistrano elopement?
Reatta Park works especially well for small gatherings. Guest limits and access can vary by location, so we help you choose a setting that fits the size of your ceremony.
Why use both Reatta Park and Mission San Juan Capistrano?
They give you two completely different looks just minutes apart — shaded oak trees and a relaxed outdoor setting for the ceremony, followed by historic architecture, textured walls, arches, and gardens for portraits.
What time of day is best for a San Juan Capistrano elopement?
We plan around the Mission’s hours, available shade, and the best light for each location. If you add coastal portraits, we can time the day so you finish near sunset.
Can we add beach portraits after our ceremony?
Yes. San Clemente and Dana Point are both a short drive away and work well for couples who want to finish their San Juan Capistrano elopement with coastal sunset portraits.