Lighthouse Wedding Vendors in Outer Banks

The Outer Banks is lighthouse country — the towering black-and-white Cape Hatteras Lighthouse (the tallest brick lighthouse in the country), the Bodie Island and Currituck Beach lights, and the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse in Manteo, each an iconic backdrop. The vendors who work these settings — planners and photographers — know the sites and their rules. Post your wedding for free, and lighthouse wedding vendors send you proposals directly.

What to know

Secure the permit early

Ceremonies on the grounds of the Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras lighthouses require a National Park Service permit and are allowed in a set season, with time-of-day limits. A planner handles the application.

Know the restrictions

Chairs and decor like flowers, arbors, and thrown items are generally not allowed around the lighthouses. Plan a simple, elegant ceremony and pair it with a nearby reception.

Time it right

Lighthouse ceremonies often must be early morning or evening. A photographer helps you plan around the light and the rules.

Common questions

What vendors do I need for a lighthouse wedding on the Outer Banks?

Often a planner, a photographer, and a nearby reception venue, since the lighthouse hosts a simple ceremony. Post for any of these on their own or together.

Do we need a permit for a lighthouse ceremony?

Yes — the Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras lighthouse grounds require a National Park Service permit, with a set season and time-of-day limits. A planner handles the application.

Are chairs and decor allowed?

Generally not around the lighthouses — chairs and decor like flowers and arbors are restricted. Plan a simple ceremony and a separate reception.

Which lighthouses can we use?

Cape Hatteras and Bodie Island (National Park Service), Currituck Beach, and the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse in Manteo each have their own rules. A planner helps you choose.

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