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Las Vegas Celebrates: 70th Anniversary As Wedding Capital Of The World

Author Mike O'Brian

How time flies when everyone is having fun! Now get ready as Las Vegas celebrates the 70th anniversary of being the “wedding capital of of the world!” On August 15th, the Clark County Commissioners recognized Clark County’s 70th anniversary…so let it said, let it be done!

It’s amazing how many people have gotten married in Las Vegas over the past seven  decades. And now the city is getting ready to celebrate. There will even be a huge show to celebrate the event on Sunday, September 3rd at Caesars Palace. There will be entertainment, a VIP Vow Renewal, champagne toast and more!

According to weddings.vegas, it actually goes back further that 70 years ago. In the 1930’s, the city of Las Vegas decided to make it very easy for folks to get married. Heck, back then you didn’t even need a blood test or endure a “waiting” period.

Celebrating Las Vegas As The “Wedding Capital of the World”

However, a lot of city officials are setting the 70th anniversary back to 1953. Why? First and foremost, the website gives credit to the London Daily Herald that boasted Las Vegas as the “wedding capital of the world” to readers across the pond. That’s also when the Frank Sinatra signed his contract with the Sands and the “Rat Pack” era began!

With that said, from that year forward, millions of  people have been coming to our city whether it be to say “I do” or just to get away! According to the website, in 1995 alone, over 100,000 couples had made it to Las Vegas to tie the knot.

Nowadays, getting married in Las Vegas is a huge part of our economy. Generating close to $2 billion in revenue yearly, the “wedding” business also employs thousands of people and small businesses up and down the Strip! Not too mention the couples that flock to Vegas on Valentine’s Day and those special dates to get married. All money makers for the city!

Keep in mind, Clark County records show that there over 75 chapels locally…and that doesn’t NOT include those chapels in hotel/casinos throughout the city. So, if you’re looking to get married, there is always a place to do it!

Mike O’Brian is the Program Director and Morning Show host on 96.3 KKLZ in Las Vegas, along with Carla Rea. He has been with the Beasley Media Group for almost 23 years. Mike was named one of the “Best Program Directors In America” by Radio Ink magazine. Over the years, “The Mike & Carla Morning Show” have been presented with a number of proclamations for their work in the community and numerous awards. Having lived in Las Vegas for over 35 years, he writes articles on living in Las Vegas, sports, and odd stories happening within the state of Nevada. Mike is the host of the morning show and program director of 96.3 KKLZ/Las Vegas. He has been doing mornings in Las Vegas for the past 38 years. Over the years, he has hosted a numerous amount of community events and has been the P.A. announcer for a number of sports teams in Las Vegas. He has written on living in Las Vegas, the sports teams here, as well as odd & little-known facts about Las Vegas & Nevada.

The Best And Worst Nevada Cities For Outdoor Weddings

Wedding season has begun. In general, wedding season extends from late spring and continues through early fall, with weddings peaking in June and September says Brides.com. Most couples opt for Spring and early Fall weddings because temperatures are a bit more comfortable compared to the warmer or colder seasons.

When it comes to weddings, some people scope out venues that offer affordability, space for guests, or a place that practically decorates itself with a stunning backdrop. That’s why many couples prefer getting married outdoors.  Whether it be a private estate, a public area like a beach, or your own backyard, some cities may be a better option for an outdoor wedding.

LawnLove.com compared 200 of the biggest U.S. cities based on eight categories to compile a list of the best cities for outdoor wedding venues. They looked at the quality of outdoor wedding venues, access to wedding planners, sunshine, and other metrics.

Best cities for outdoor weddings.

Several cities in Florida and California are at the top, with plenty of access to venues and wedding-related services. The best venue access for outdoor weddings includes Charleston, South Carolina at number one, followed by Savannah (number. 4), Honolulu (number 15), New Orleans (number 10), St. Louis (number 14), and Las Vegas (number 13).

The study found that some smaller cities and suburbs are not so great for nature-themed nuptials, such as Miramar, Florida (number 197), Newark, New Jersey (number 198), and North Las Vegas, Nevada (number 199). They said these cities generally lack venue access, high venue quality, accommodations, and wedding-look resources.

Overall, due to a lack of venues, wedding planners, bridal shops, and accommodations, among other resources, West Valley City, Utah finished at 200.

Check out the full list of the best cities for outdoor weddings here.

Here are the best and worst Nevada cities for outdoor weddings.

  • Las Vegas

    Leave it to Las Vegas to rank at unlucky number 13. But that’s still a pretty great ranking and lots of people love tying the knot in Sin City.

    Evening decoration of a wedding party. Tables for guests with a garland and lamps

  • Reno

    Not too high on the list but it did rank number 72. However, Reno ranked high for venue access.

    wedding set up in

  • Henderson

    Not the best but not exactly the worst is Henderson. It ranked 133 on the list. It could be due to its lack of professional services and venue access scores according to the study.

    wedding banquet in garden

  • North Las Vegas

    Second to last on the list is North Las Vegas 199. Unfortunately, that makes it one of the worst for outdoor wedding venues.

    Formal Outdoor Dinner Venue

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