Las Vegas remains the top destination for weddings
LAS VEGAS (January 2026) – The Wedding Capital of the World has released its forecast for the most popular wedding dates in 2026. Las Vegas continues to host more destination weddings than anywhere else on the planet. Each year, couples travel from around the world to tie the knot in the city.
Las Vegas offers many ways to get married. Couples can choose quick elopements at classic wedding chapels. Others plan full-scale celebrations at luxury resorts. Some prefer scenic ceremonies in nearby desert and canyon settings. Because of this variety, the city attracts couples with every style and budget.
The Office of the Clark County Clerk uses decades of marriage license data to predict high-demand wedding dates. Each year, certain dates stand out. These include numeric patterns, major holidays, and culturally popular days. Together, these dates often draw thousands of couples to Las Vegas.
Magic dates and holidays drive demand
In 2026, many popular wedding dates feature repeating numbers. People often call these “magic dates.” Couples like them because they are easy to remember. They also feel meaningful. As a result, these dates tend to book quickly.
February leads the year with several strong picks. These include 2/2/26 and 2/6/26. Valentine’s Day also lands on a Saturday. In addition, Presidents Day weekend begins on the same date. Because of this overlap, demand is expected to rise. Friday the 13th on Feb. 13 also attracts couples who enjoy a playful twist.
March continues the trend. Popular dates include 3/3/26 and Pi Day on March 14. Saint Patrick’s Day on March 17 also remains a favorite. Meanwhile, April brings lighter themes like April Fool’s Day and April 20, a date often tied to cannabis culture.
May includes pop culture favorites. May the Fourth and Cinco de Mayo both fall early in the month. These dates often appeal to couples who want something fun and personal. June stands out as well. Dates like 6/2/26, 6/6/26, and 6/26/26 feature strong numeric patterns. Because of that, June remains a top wedding month.
Later in the year, July 4 and 7/11 continue to draw interest. August 8, with all even numbers, also ranks high. Halloween lands on a Saturday in October. November includes 11/11 and another Friday the 13th. Finally, New Year’s Eve closes the year with steady demand.
Data shows long-term wedding trends
Las Vegas has seen record-setting wedding days in the past. The most famous occurred on 7/7/2007. On that day, 4,493 couples were married. People later called it the “Lucky 7s” wedding day.
Another major milestone followed on 11/11/2011. That date recorded 3,122 weddings. More recently, 2/22/22 became one of the busiest days in city history with 2,341 ceremonies. These examples show how strongly couples respond to special dates.
According to Lynn Marie Goya, couples want dates that feel personal. She explains that many see numbers and holidays as part of their love story. As a result, they often plan travel and ceremonies around those moments.
Weddings fuel the local economy
Wedding tourism plays a major role in Southern Nevada. About four percent of Las Vegas visitors travel to the city for weddings. Together, those visits generate roughly $3.3 billion in annual economic output.
The wedding industry also supports jobs. Each year, weddings create around 18,000 direct positions across the county. These include hospitality workers, officiants, photographers, florists, and event staff. Because weddings happen year-round, they provide steady economic impact.
Where to learn more
Couples planning a 2026 wedding can explore dates, licenses, and planning tools online. More information about getting married in Las Vegas is available at weddings.vegas.
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