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Why Hiring a Celebrant and MC Can Take the Stress Out of Your Wedding Day with Jade Whaley Timaru Celebrant

Wedding MC + Celebrant ~  $999.00 * 

Jade Whaley is the marriage celebrant and MC at a Temuka wedding in South Canterbury. Photo by Tegan Clark Photography.
Checking in with Cate + Andrew as their MC + Wedding Celebrant | Photo: Tegan Clark Photography
Welcome to Your Stress-Free Wedding Day!
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I love celebrating love and guiding couples through their special day. ♡ MC for over 40 weddings + over 300 couples married ♡

As an experienced Marriage Celebrant and Master of Ceremonies, I offer an essential service that helps your wedding day run seamlessly from ceremony to reception.

Why stress about delegating MC duties to friends or family when you can have a seasoned professional handle it? Your loved ones are there to celebrate with you, not to work!
Leave the MC to Me!
Your wedding day should be about soaking in every moment as a newly married couple, not worrying about logistics. With me as your MC, you can rest assured that I will work alongside your vendors to keep your day running smoothly, leaving you (and your guests) free to enjoy the day!

Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of love, deserving of nothing but the best; with my expertise as your Wedding MC, you're in safe hands. Contact me today for a wonderful wedding day experience!

I have payment plans available to spread the costs if you prefer.​
*Header photo with thanks from Claudia Pyke Photography | Nikki + James Wedding at Stonebridge 

*$999.00 price is for weddings held before 31st March 2026. From 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027  price is $1099 + travel
They are just married at Stonebridge weddings and events in Geraldine. Jade Whaley, the Marriage celebrant, and a couple at the arch. Photo by Joseph O'Sullivan Photography.
Laura + Logan | Stonebridge | Photographer: Joseph O'Sullivan Photography
Jade was our amazing celebrant and MC for our wedding on January 2023.

We hummed and harred about having a professional MC, but it was the best decision we made, as all our friends and family got to enjoy our day and not have to keep checking the time.

Jade created a timeline that worked in with our venue and photographer and was on the game all day and night. It was the best day ever and we couldn't have had such a smooth event without her.
Laura + Logan | Stonebridge Weddings + Events
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What does Jade do as a MC?

I will assist your photographer with your list and get everyone organised.

I will make sure your favourite Uncle Scott, who is content to sit in the corner with his beer in hand, is in your group photo.

I will round the troops up to make sure no one is left out... AND
​will take some stress of your photographer!
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Jade was Celebrant and MC at Nicole + Jarod's Fabulous Wedding at The Landings | January 2020 | DJ Bazz
  • Who will look after your guests when you are having your wedding party photos taken?
  • What if there is a hold-up with the images and you are running late?
  • I will liaise throughout the afternoon and evening with your venue/caterer/DJ/photographer/videographer to help make everything co-ordinated.
​You don't need to worry about the details - I will sort it!
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Cate tossed the bouquet to all the single people at the wedding. Love this perfect shot from Tegan Clark Photography.
  • I will guide the guests to be seated for your introduction before your reception.
  • I will help the speeches to run smoothly, read out messages,
  • Introduce and guide you through cake cutting.
  • I will encourage photo booths and props which are always fun
  • You may want a bouquet toss, garter removal or games such as the shoe game.
I will keep everything running as planned until she introduce's you to your first dance. ​
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Then I will then sneak away and allow you to celebrate until the wee hours.

I am an experienced and professional and has a run sheet and MC outline, to make sure no details that are discussed are missed.
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Don't worry - I am flexible and things can easily be adapted, if needed, as the day progresses.
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Cate + Andrew had the most amazing first dance. February 2022 | Photo: Tegan Clark Photography.
Wedding MC Details:
MC time allowed is up 4 hours 30 mins from end of wedding ceremony until first dance. (If needed longer, let's chat!)
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  • Vendor Meal to be supplied for Jade by the couple (your photographer and videographer will need feed too)
"​Jade is a lifesaver! When our best man and MC couldn't attend our wedding, because he had covid, we freaked out as we had no one else to ask! Then we remembered Jade is also an MC.

She made everything so easy, and all our guests loved her! (We did too!)
I was still breastfeeding, and she liaised with everyone so Milly could have her feeds without holding up the meal. Jade, you removed all the stress and worked hard and our wedding was AMAZING because of you!

I had no idea what was involved as MC. When our best man saw the wedding video, he said there was no way he could have done everything Jade did. Thank you for making our day so special, Jade. We loved having you with us; everyone thought you must have known us for years with all the stories and conversations you shared. You make it so easy.

We highly recommend Jade Whaley as a celebrant and MC to everyone.

Thank you, Emma Winters xox

Jade can MC your event! $TBA

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Whatever your event, Jade can work with you to bring your vision to life.
It is not just weddings that Jade is experienced in.

Jade can MC your:
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  • Incentives and Awards Night
  • Special Events - Engagements, Retirements, New Business Openings
  • Product Launches
  • Charity or Fundraisers

Let's connect!

Please get in touch to discuss your event, launch or wedding.

Wether big or small, I have you covered.


​Let's have a no obligation chat about your vision and goal is for your wedding or event. 

Love, Jade x
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Ultimate Love - Celebrant + MC $999

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Jade is a Registered Independent Marriage + Funeral Celebrant in New Zealand. Validated Member of CANZ - Celebrants Aotearoa of New Zealand. Diploma in Celebrant Studies 2017 (NZ) from the Celebrant School Appointed by the DIA to conduct Registry Weddings 
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  • Home
  • About
    • Jade the Celebrant
    • Current Prices
  • Weddings
    • All Wedding Services
    • Celebrant + MC Combo Ultimate $999.
    • Personalised Weddings Designed for You $499
    • Micro Weddings (25 guests) from $299
    • Elopement Weddings (8 guests) from $255
    • Timaru Registry Wedding $90
    • Elopement Packages from $1249
  • Packages
    • Stonebridge Geraldine Elopement | Venue + Celebrant + Photographer from $1599
    • 'Kingsdown Manor Chapel Love' Elopement Celebrant + Photographer + Venue from $1499
    • Morelea Lakeside Tekapo Elopement | Venue + Celebrant + Photographer from $2799
    • Tekapo 'Lakeside Love' Elopement Celebrant + Photographer from $1,849.00
    • Timaru Love Elopement Package Celebrant + Photographer from $1249
    • 'Morelea Lakeside' Celebrant + Venue + Planner from $1799.00 Tekapo Morelea Lakeside
  • End of Life
    • End of Life Services
    • Pre-Written Funeral Ceremony - Your Last Wishes
    • Funerals
    • Memorials
    • The Ceremony
  • Celebrate
    • All Celebration Services
    • Naming | Baby Blessing
    • Vow Renewal in Timaru, South Canterbury + Beyond
  • For You
    • Writing Wedding Vows | Simply Guide
    • Sand Ceremony - All you need to know
    • NEW Wedding Vows + Readings
    • Pets at your Wedding - All you need to know
    • Symbolic Enactments for your Wedding Ceremony
    • Real Weddings
    • Videos of Weddings - Videographer Links
    • Death Cafe South Canterbury
    • Wedding Photographers
  • Blog
  • Reviews
  • Contact