The day you get married is more than a date to exchange vows, break bread, and get showered with gifts before being shuffled off towards a honeymoon destination. It's a chance to fully celebrate who you are as a couple. If you're trying to decide between a Vegas elopement and a gothic wedding, why choose?
Start with a ceremony at a wedding chapel and then really shake things up with a less traditional reception. Allow us to connect you with somewhere you can boogey out under the moon or create some drama with moody florals and "'til death do us part" neon signs. Embrace the trends or rebuke them—there's room for both in your gothic-themed wedding.
Working with peanuts? A pint-sized budget is never a problem when you're booking with Giggster. We promise that you'll never overpay for an exceptional space.
Ready to show the world what an unorthodox Las Vegas wedding can look like? We'll help you create something fabulous that will have everyone on your guest list considering a gothic-themed affair of their own.
A spooky celebration isn’t limited to Halloween anymore. Infuse your trip down the aisle with some gothic intrigue at a unique Vegas venue like these.
For a reception that maintains a gothic ambiance but puts food at the top of the priority list, why not host at one of the city’s best dark and moody restaurants? Red roses, vintage candelabras, and the right soundtrack are all you need to take your steak dinner from date night to dark romance.
Flair for the dramatic? Imagine your wedding guests entering the grand parlour of the mansion as someone tickles the ivories, chandeliers drip from the ceiling, and you saunter down a spiral staircase with iron rails.
Maybe it’s the Shakespearean vibes, but don’t old theaters just give you that haunted, dark poetry feeling? We’re not saying you need to go all Edgar Allan Poe, but reciting your vows at center stage could be the curtain call you've been waiting for.
For an all-night celebration that fits a more intimate crowd, turn your eye towards entertainment on the strip. Small venues like karaoke bars and hookah lounges are an effortlessly on-theme way to host a non-traditional reception.
It’s no secret that gothic atmospheres come alive after dark (and so does Vegas). Give the city’s electric nightclubs a look and see how smoky rooms, neon lights, and aptly named signature drinks could fit into your wedding vision.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Don't get bogged down hunting for gothic wedding packages at big-name venues across the city. A Vegas wedding with a dark side is super easy to DIY with Giggster on your side. Simply start with one of our 0 gothic-themed spaces and add some fun personalized touches!
Hassle-Free Booking: We bet you didn’t know that some of Vegas’s best-kept secrets (namely, its most beautiful wedding venues) are available at just $30/hour and up. With transparent rates and an easy-to-navigate app, we’d stake everything on the fact that we’re the best booking platform around.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Rigid cancellation policies are a thing of the past. That’s why we give you 24 hours (from the time of booking confirmation) to cancel for free as long as there's at least 48 hours before your rental starts.
Platform Protections: Don’t let disruptions, damage, and liability concerns get in the way. Add a protection plan to your rental of our top venues like and we’ll make sure nothing gets in the way of celebrating your nuptials.
A destination wedding is a one-of-a-kind experience. Especially if you have people traveling from near and far to watch you get married, do your friends and family a favor by planning with Vegas's strengths and weaknesses in mind so nothing gets in the way of all the fun.
Advantages
The wedding industry in Vegas is perhaps the most affordable in the country.
Calling all destination wedding lovebirds! Despite the fact that most countries will only legally recognize ceremonies that take place on domestic soil, there are a few countries that will recognize a Vegas wedding, including Canada.
The nightlife scene is off the charts. If you’re looking to fill a wedding weekend with excitement (bachelor/bachelorette parties, bonding excursions, after parties, etc.), you’ll find no shortage of fun.
Disadvantages
Beloved for its showgirls and slot machines, Vegas’s biggest assets may also be its pitfall when it comes to wedding planning. You’ll have to work a bit harder and go further afield than the main strip if you want to keep things classy.
Vegas weddings have a bit of a reputation for being “less serious”—it’s hard to avoid that fact. If you don’t care what people think, then you can take full advantage of all the wonderful things the city has to offer, but if you find yourself fretting a lot about what people have to say, it may not be for you.
Planning outdoor “I dos”? Summers in Vegas come with extreme heat and often drought. This leads to uncomfortable conditions as well as a lack of greenery, which may impact the overall aesthetic of your event.
With some vampire lore and a penchant for bucking convention, Las Vegas and its top event venues lend themselves naturally to the gothic aesthetic, even some that offer specialized gothic wedding packages! Here’s a little overview of the greatest options available to you on the Giggster app.
Luxurious Penthouses – Bachelor Pads with a New Purpose. They might be more modern than the antique-filled Victorian mansions you’ve come to associate with the Gothic revival, but leather-clad penthouses still have something going for them. Polar opposite of the light and frilly pop-up chapels you’ll find elsewhere, these intimate venues are the perfect place to take in the city skyline, howl at the moon, and get down to your emo rock playlist.
Bold-Toned Event Halls – Venues with Spunk. Red and black might just be the official gothic color scheme, but what we do know for sure is that it’s hot on the wedding market right now. Event industry venues with black wall paneling, eye-catching statement wallpapers, and crystal chandeliers are the next big thing, so you’ll have no trouble finding a space without all those cupcake-y pastels.
The Vegas Chapel – Dressed to Your Liking. Every wedding chapel will have its own aesthetic, but once you add in your own decor, florals, and programming, it can be anything you want it to be. Blow the whole wad on dressing it in unique, gothic attire, or stick with something more subtle and pair it with a more on-the-nose reception venue—it’s up to you.
Rose Garden Courtyards – Poetic Scenery. Romantic gardens may sound like they’re better suited to a couple who loves all things light, airy, and whimsical, but remember that most fairytales have a dark side. With rose hedges and creeping ivy, we think it couldn’t be a better match for your theme. Some are even tucked behind castle estates!
Planning a gothic-themed wedding is no ordinary bridal feat, but don’t let that intimidate you! A little advice from our wedding experts is all you need to bring your vision to life:
Decide What Version of Gothic You’re Going For – Gothic means so many different things to different people. Do you want to lean into the kitsch and go full Grim Reaper? Antique-forward decor in a Victorian mansion? A dark and moody color scheme in a lush forest? Especially if you’ll be working with a team to bring your vision to life, you need to be able to clearly communicate what that is.
Get Your Music List Going – Music goes a long way when establishing an atmosphere. From classical to '90s punk, you can use music to carry your theme through the event and engage your guests' senses, or you can opt for a standard DJ mix and bring in your theme in other places.
Pick a Poetry Reading – Gothic ceremonies call for some poetry. From dark romance to morose philosophical ponderings, we’d recommend working something into your officiant’s readings that is a nod to gothic literature.
Balance Elements of Your Gothic Theme with a More Classic Wedding Zhuzh – There can absolutely be too much of a good thing. To avoid your wedding feeling overly costume-y and childlike, we would definitely find key ways to incorporate your gothic theme and then fill in the rest with something slightly more traditional.
One of the biggest benefits of a Las Vegas wedding is the budget-friendliness. But not all nuptials in Sin City are practically free elopements. Here are some of our favorite ways to save money, even if you do want a big guest list and a few luxury details:
Research every wedding package available to you.
Small, fast weddings are a huge market in Las Vegas. This means you’ll find plenty of packages on offer with bundled wedding costs. Look up pop-up chapel services (if your ceremony date is flexible) and elopement/microwedding specials. You’ll even find specialized offerings for vow renewals.
Explore alternatives to round-trip limousine service.
You deserve to ride in style on your special day. Limos are a pretty popular service around the Strip with so many bachelorettes, celebrity visits—you name it! This can create a long waitlist and inflated rates, so you may want to explore something more unique.
Get creative with the honeymoon suite.
Don’t overpay for a heart-shaped tub! Explore Airbnbs, longer-term vacation rentals out in the desert, or classy skyscrapers that might have seasonal promotions. Mentioning your wedding might get you a few freebies or upgrades, but wait until AFTER you’ve booked to avoid the upsell.
Viva Las Vegas! Don't wait another second and start planning your gothic-themed wedding today. Giggster can help show your guests that there's more to Sin City than bright lights and casinos—this destination is just as unique as you are.
