Question 1

Can I book everything online?

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Absolutely — it’s literally our thing. Choose your package, pick your date, pay online, and you’re done. Your confirmation, details, and reminders will hit your inbox automatically while we prep your celebration.

Question 2

What’s included in a VowPop wedding?

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A lot. Every package includes the venue, officiant, ceremony styling, music, and floral! Each package lists special perks included. Add ons are available as well!

Question 3

Do I need a marriage license before I book?

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You can book first, but you’ll need your marriage license before your ceremony. We’ll even send you a direct link to the Stanislaus County Clerk-Recorder to make your appointment. Vow renewals and symbolic ceremonies don’t require a license.

Question 4

Do you offer payment plans?

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Yes! We offer Buy Now, Pay Later through Klarna so you can split your purchase into easy installments with no hidden fees.

Question 5

Can I bring my own photographer/florals/officiant?

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Yes most definitely!

Question 6

What happens after I book?

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You’ll instantly receive: A confirmation email A receipt Your reserved time slot A pre-ceremony checklist Then you’ll get reminders 7 days, 3 days, and 1 day before your celebration.

Question 7

Can I reschedule my date?

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Yes — once. Reschedules must be made at least 7 days before your original date and include a $150 rescheduling fee. Within 7 days, reschedules aren’t permitted.

Question 8

What’s your cancellation policy?

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All sales are final. If you need to make changes or have questions please contact us.

Question 9

Can I bring guests?

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Yes! Each package has its own guest limit, and most allow additional guests for a small fee. Check your package page for details.

Question 10

Can I add more time to my celebration?

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Some packages allow time extensions. Extra time starts at $50 per 15 minutes (up to one hour of additional time depending on the package).

Question 11

Can I add a cake or champagne?

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Yes — upgrades include: Mini cutting cake – $75 Champagne toast – $50

Question 12

Do you offer professional photography?

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Our packages do not include photography. Couples are welcome to bring their own professional photographer.

Question 13

Can we play our own music?

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Yes! You can bring in your speaker to be in full control of the vibes.

Question 14

Can we write our own vows?

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Yes! You can: Use our short-and-sweet vows Choose religious or non-religious Add your own custom vows You’ll choose during checkout.

Question 15

Where do we get our marriage license?

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From the Stanislaus County Clerk-Recorder, which is just steps from our front door. We’ll send you the appointment link automatically.

Question 16

Do we need witnesses?

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For a public license, you need one witness (two are OK). For a confidential license, witnesses are not required.

Question 17

Do vow renewals require a license?

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Nope — vow renewals are symbolic. No license or paperwork needed.

Question 18

Where does the ceremony take place?

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Depending on availability, we will have The Century ballroom or the Fern Room at Nine3One.

Question 19

What if we’re running late?

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We’ll do our best to accommodate, but due to back-to-back celebrations, late arrivals may shorten your ceremony time. Events cannot extend past the scheduled window unless an upgrade is pre-purchased.

Question 20

Is there parking?

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Yes — parking is easy and close to the venue. You and your guests can choose from several convenient options: Parking lot directly behind our building; 11th Street Parking Garage; Street parking on our block. For detailed directions and parking tips, view our parking guide: https://vowpop.com/parking-info

Question 21

Are kids allowed?

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Yes! Children count toward the guest total.

Question 22

Can we bring pets?

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Yes — as long as they’re friendly, leashed, and supervised.

Question 23

Can we customize the décor?

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We include seasonal, modern styling. Simple custom touches may be allowed depending on the package — just ask!

Question 24

What should we wear?

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Whatever feels like “you.” From simple to glam — we’ve seen it all. Just be comfortable and confident.

Question 25

Can we bring our own desserts or food?

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For most ceremony-only packages, outside food is not allowed. For the Mini-Reception and Pop-Up packages, dessert is included and upgrades are available.

Question 26

Do you allow alcohol?

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Yes! Most VowPop packages include or offer a champagne/cider toast as an upgrade. For some packages, you can add a Beer & Wine Bar Upgrade (+$400).

Question 27

Can we leave right after?

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Yes — most ceremonies last 30–45 minutes and you’re free to continue celebrating anywhere you’d like afterward.

Question 28

Do you share photos on social media?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes! If you prefer privacy, just let us know in your form.

Everything you need for a beautiful legal ceremony in Modesto without planning a full wedding.

Everything you need for a beautiful legal ceremony in Modesto without planning a full wedding.

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