Eloping With Kids: A Different Kind of Wedding Day

At Elope Australia, we believe your elopement should reflect who you are not just as a couple, but as a family. If you’ve got children and are planning to elope, you don’t need to leave them out of the celebration. In fact, many of our couples choose to include their kids in heartfelt, natural ways that make the day even more meaningful.

Whether you are blending families, renewing vows, or saying “I do” for the first time, here’s how you can involve your children and create a ceremony that honours every part of your journey.

Give Them a Role in the Ceremony

Kids love to feel included and giving them a special role can add so much warmth to the day. Depending on their age and personality, they could:

Walk down the aisle with you
Hold the rings or hand over the vows
Stand with you during the ceremony
Do a reading or say a few words

These moments don’t have to be perfect. In fact, the imperfect parts are often the most memorable.

Involve Them in Pre-Ceremony Moments

Your elopement doesn’t start at the ceremony and kids can be part of the excitement from the beginning. Let them help pick out outfits, get ready with you, or even choose a song for the ceremony. These small touches help build connection and make them feel valued.

Add a Family Ritual

We’ve seen many couples include family rituals that make the day more personal. Some ideas:

A shared vow or promise to your children
A small gift exchange, think keepsake necklaces, hand-written letters or tokens

These don’t have to be formal, just meaningful.

Keep the Day Relaxed and Flexible

The beauty of eloping with Elope Australia is that we design your day around what works for you. That includes making sure the vibe stays relaxed for little ones. We help keep the timing stress-free, with short, sweet ceremonies and plenty of time for cuddles, breaks or snacks. If you want to bring a grandparent or carer along to that’s always an option.

Capture the Connection

Your elopement photos are going to be cherished forever. Including your kids gives you a beautiful record of your family as it is now. Whether they’re holding your hand, exploring the ceremony space, or watching on with wide eyes it’s about capturing your family, your way, with all the love and realness that comes with it.

Planning an Elopement That Feels Like You

At Elope Australia, we take care of every detail from legal paperwork to styling and location so you can focus on what matters most. If including your children in your elopement is something you’ve been thinking about, we’d love to help you plan a ceremony that’s personal, beautiful and true to you.

💌 Reach out to start planning your family-focused elopement today.

How to Include Your Children in Your Elopement Ceremony