Hawke's Bay

The Best Wedding Celebrants in Hawke's Bay

The Hawke's Bay celebrants who make the ceremony feel like you.

3 celebrants Hawke's Bay Updated July 2026
A wedding ceremony in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Photo: Ryan Clark, Selah Weddings

Your celebrant sets the whole tone of the ceremony, so finding one whose style clicks with you genuinely matters, & Hawke's Bay has some lovely ones!

Here's our pick of the region's wedding celebrants, with an honest note on each one's vibe :)

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Jo Smith, Hawke's Bay
Photo: Jo Smith

Jo Smith

Warm, inclusive & experienced across the Bay.

Jo is an experienced Hawke's Bay wedding (& funeral) celebrant who marries couples of all ages, warm & genuinely inclusive.

A safe, well-loved pick for a heartfelt ceremony.

  • Hawke's Bay
  • Wedding & funeral celebrant
  • Marries all couples
  • Experienced & inclusive
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Married by Amanda

Bespoke, love-story-led ceremonies.

Amanda crafts bespoke ceremonies around your love story, right across the greater Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hastings & Havelock North.

Lovely if you want a ceremony that's completely yours.

  • Napier, Hastings & Havelock North
  • Bespoke ceremonies
  • Love-story focused
  • Greater Hawke's Bay
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Karen Callaghan

Personalised ceremonies that reflect you.

Karen is a Napier celebrant writing personalised ceremonies that reflect your relationship & style.

A warm, tailored option right here in Napier.

  • Napier
  • Personalised ceremonies
  • Reflects your style
  • Hawke's Bay
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Common questions

How do I choose a wedding celebrant?

Find one whose natural style matches the ceremony you're picturing, read or watch one they've done & have a chat to see if you click. Book early, they take one wedding a day.

How much does a celebrant cost in NZ?

Fees vary with experience & what's included, on top of the ~$158 marriage licence. Ask each celebrant what's included.

When should I book a Hawke's Bay celebrant?

Soon after your date & venue are set, the sought-after ones book out well ahead, especially over summer.

What does a celebrant do on the day?

They lead your ceremony & handle the legal side, guiding your vows, weaving in your story & keeping everyone at ease.

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Last reviewed July 2026. Details change, so always confirm directly with each celebrant.