As a Las Vegas elopement and wedding photographer, I photograph hundreds of couples in Vegas every year. Sure Thing Chapel and Sure Thing Too are two places my couples bring me back to time and time again. I’ve photographed so many weddings at both chapels, which also means I get a lot of questions about what the experience is actually like.
How early should you get there? What happens when you walk in? How much time should you book? Can you do personal vows? What if you’re bringing guests? And how much time will you actually have for photos?
So, I wanted to put everything in one place. This guide covers what to expect when you get married at Sure Thing Chapel or Sure Thing Too, along with my tips as a photographer who has been through the process many times. We’ll get into the differences between the two chapels, timing, guests, ceremony logistics, photos, packages, and all those little things that are helpful to know before your wedding day.
Last updated: September 2026. Chapel policies, packages, pricing, and other details can change, so I always recommend double-checking current information directly with Sure Thing while you’re planning.



Sure Thing has two Las Vegas wedding chapels located just a few doors apart on East Fremont Street in Downtown Las Vegas. Both are under the same Sure Thing brand, but they have different interiors, guest limits, and package options.
Tip: Sure Thing Too is only a few doors down from the original chapel, so make sure you and your guests know which location you booked before the wedding day.
One of the biggest questions I get from couples planning a Sure Thing Chapel wedding is, “What should we expect when we get there?”. Vegas chapels move a little differently than traditional wedding venues, and Sure Thing is no exception. Everything is pretty laid-back, but your reservation does run on a set timeline.
So, here’s what the experience usually looks like and a few things I recommend knowing before your wedding day as a Las Vegas wedding and elopement photographer whose done this a few hundred times.
First things first: do not be late! Sure Thing runs on scheduled time slots, just like most Las Vegas wedding chapels. If you arrive late, your reservation won’t be extended to make up for that lost time.
I always recommend giving yourself more travel time than you think you’ll need. Vegas traffic, rideshares, parking, and getting a group of people from one place to another can take longer than expected.
If you’re bringing guests, make sure they know when and where they need to be too. You don’t want to spend part of your chapel reservation waiting for someone to arrive.


This is a big one that couples don’t always realize until we start talking through their timeline. Sure Thing isn’t set up for one of you to hide away while the other waits inside. There isn’t a separate space where you can stay completely out of sight before walking down the aisle.
If seeing each other for the first time is important to you, I recommend doing a first look at your hotel before heading to the chapel. It gives you more privacy and more time to actually enjoy that moment. That way we aren’t trying to figure out how to keep you separated once we arrive.
And if you don’t care about a traditional first look? Even easier. Show up together and enjoy the whole experience!
When it’s time for your reservation, your officiant will meet you at the door and bring you inside.
Before the ceremony starts, they’ll spend a few minutes going over the basics with you. They’ll show you where you’ll stand, ask about your ceremony music, and talk through whether you’ll be exchanging personal vows.
It all happens pretty quickly, so having a few decisions made beforehand makes everything much smoother.
Yes! You can choose your own music for your ceremony.
They’ll usually ask what you want before everything begins, so I recommend having your song figured out ahead of time. This isn’t the moment to start scrolling Spotify trying to decide between five different songs while your chapel clock is ticking.
Also, the aisle at Sure Thing is short. Your walk down the aisle happens quickly, so keep that in mind when choosing your song and imagining how the processional will look.
You absolutely can, but think about how long you want your vows to be and how you want that moment to feel. If you have longer personal vows or want to slow down and really take your time with them, another option is exchanging them privately at your hotel before going to the chapel. You can still have your ceremony at Sure Thing, but doing your longer vows beforehand gives you more time inside the chapel for photos.
There’s no right or wrong way to do it. It really comes down to what matters most to the two of you and how you want to use your chapel time.


For most couples, this comes down to how many guests you’re bringing and whether you want photos with them at the chapel.
If it’s just the two of you, you have a small guest count, or you’re planning to take group photos somewhere else later, a 30-minute reservation is usually plenty. The ceremony itself moves pretty quickly, so we should still have time for photos afterward.
Guests are usually what eat up that extra time. As soon as the ceremony ends, everyone understandably wants to hug you, congratulate you, talk for a minute, and take photos together. If you have a larger group, that adds up quickly.
If you’re bringing quite a few guests and want family or group photos at the chapel, I recommend booking the one-hour time slot. It gives us more breathing room to get the group photos you want and still have time for portraits of the two of you.
If you have a larger group but tell everyone ahead of time that you aren’t doing guest photos at the chapel, 30 minutes can still work. We can always plan group photos somewhere else during the day.
Basically:
30 minutes usually works well if: it’s just the two of you, you have a smaller group, or you aren’t doing guest photos at the chapel.
An hour is worth it if: you have a larger guest count and want time for congratulations, family photos, group photos, and couple portraits afterward.
Once you’re officially married, we’ll use the remaining chapel time for photos. How much time we have depends on your reservation length, how many guests you brought, whether you’re doing group photos, and how much time the ceremony itself took.
This is another reason I like having a plan going into it. If we know which family photos you want and what matters most to you inside the chapel, we can move through everything without your wedding suddenly feeling like a race.
And remember: your entire wedding photo experience doesn’t have to happen inside Sure Thing. We can do hotel photos beforehand, head somewhere else in Vegas afterward, or build other locations into your timeline. Your chapel reservation is only one part of the day.



Sure Thing has two wedding chapels on East Fremont Street: the OG Sure Thing Chapel and Sure Thing Too. They’re only a few doors apart, but they have different interiors, capacities, package options, and photo opportunities. If you’re still deciding between them, here’s the quick breakdown.
The original Sure Thing Chapel is the pinker, more classic of the two chapels. It has that colorful, retro Vegas feel couples usually picture when they think of a fun Fremont Street wedding, but it still feels intimate once you’re inside.
One of the most recognizable parts of the chapel is the large pink heart behind the ceremony space. It’s where couples exchange vows, and it also makes such a fun backdrop for portraits afterward.
The original chapel also has a little more room for guests than Sure Thing Too, so it can be a better fit if you’re planning to bring a larger group.
If you want pink, playful details and that slightly more classic retro Vegas look, this is probably the one you’ll lean toward.



Sure Thing Too has different look from the original chapel. The chapel is more blue and has its own retro details, so it photographs differently even though it’s part of the same Sure Thing brand.
One of the unique features is the Wurlitzer piano, which gives the chapel a really fun vintage touch and makes the space feel a little different from the original Sure Thing.
Sure Thing Too is also a little smaller when it comes to guest capacity, so it tends to work great for couples planning a more intimate elopement or a smaller guest list.
If you love the Sure Thing style but want something a little different from the pink-heavy original chapel, Sure Thing Too is also a good option.



Sure Thing offers different packages depending on which chapel you choose, how many guests you’re bringing, and how much time you want inside the space. Most packages include the ceremony, officiant, marriage license filing, and access to the chapel’s analog photo booth. You can also add things like florals, a classic car, live music, or one of Sure Thing’s specialty performers depending on the package and location.
Pricing and package details can change, so I always recommend checking Sure Thing’s website before booking. These prices were last updated in September 2026.
This is the simplest 30-minute option and usually makes the most sense for couples eloping alone or bringing a smaller group. You can have up to 20 guests, and there are options to add things like the classic car, florals, Elvis, Surely the Showgirl, Hellvis, or a showgirl.
This package gives you 30 minutes inside the chapel plus 15 minutes with the classic car, so I’d look at this one if having car photos is already high on your list.
It allows up to 20 guests, just like The Sure Thing package.
If you want more time in the chapel, this is where I’d start looking.
The Whole Shebang gives you 60 minutes inside and allows up to 25 guests, with the option to add more guests up to 43 total. The chapel has 30 chairs.
This is also the kind of package I’d consider if you’re bringing a larger group and know everyone is going to want to hug you, congratulate you, and take photos after the ceremony.
This is the more entertainment-focused option. You get 60 minutes in the chapel and can choose from several performance options, including Elvis, Surely the Showgirl, burlesque, Hellvis, or an Elvis and burlesque combination. It allows up to 25 guests, with the option to add more up to 43 total.
I’d choose this one because you actually want the performance to be part of the experience.
Lady Luck is the floral-heavy package and includes a Lucid Juliet floral setup with a deluxe bouquet, boutonniere, and floral altar display. You also get 60 minutes in the chapel and the same guest capacity as the other hour-long packages.



Sure Thing Too has a few more package options than the original chapel. The biggest differences come down to 30 vs. 60 minutes, guest count, the vintage car, live Wurlitzer music, performances, and florals.
This is the simplest 30-minute option at Sure Thing Too and works well for couples eloping alone or bringing a small group. You can have up to 15 guests. You can also add things like florals, the vintage Wurlitzer piano, a classic car, Elvis, or Lucky the Clown.
This package gives you 30 minutes inside the chapel plus 15 minutes with a vintage convertible for photos. You can have up to 15 guests.
If you already know you want the car worked into your wedding photos, I like that this gives you dedicated time for it instead of trying to squeeze everything into your chapel reservation.
If you want more time inside Sure Thing Too without building your package around entertainment or florals, this is the first one I’d look at. You get 60 minutes in the chapel and can bring up to 24 guests.
This is also a good option if you’re bringing guests and want time for everyone to congratulate you, take group photos, and still have time for portraits of the two of you.
This one is all about the chapel’s vintage Wurlitzer piano. You get 60 minutes inside the chapel, up to 24 guests, and two songs played live on the Wurlitzer, including one song request from their available catalog.
I’d choose this package if live music is something you genuinely want to be part of the ceremony. It’s one of those details that makes Sure Thing Too feel especially different from the original chapel.
If a normal Vegas chapel ceremony sounds a little too normal for you, this is the Lucky the Clown package. It includes a themed ceremony and clown performance, 60 minutes inside the chapel, and room for up to 24 guests. Sure Thing describes this as an interactive experience, so it’s definitely designed for couples who want the performance to be part of the whole thing.
If you or your guests would rather watch than participate, I’d probably look at one of the more traditional packages and add entertainment separately instead.
This is Sure Thing Too’s wedding-and-a-show option. You get 60 minutes in the chapel, up to 24 guests, and a choice of Elvis, burlesque, or juggling boylesque for the performance.
Like the Lucky package, I’d choose this because you actually want the entertainment to be a memorable part of your ceremony, not just because you want an hour inside the chapel.
Cherub’s Jubilee is the floral-focused option at Sure Thing Too. It includes 60 minutes in the chapel, up to 24 guests, and a Lucid Juliet floral package with a deluxe bouquet, boutonniere, and floral altar installation.
If you already love the blue-and-pink look of Sure Thing Too but want the ceremony space to feel even more styled out with florals, this is the package built around that.




Before you can legally get married at Sure Thing Chapel or Sure Thing Too, you’ll need to pick up your Clark County marriage license. Luckily, Las Vegas makes the process pretty straightforward.
The Clark County Marriage License Bureau is located at 201 E Clark Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101 and is open 365 days a year from 8:00 AM to midnight.
If you’re already legally married and coming to Sure Thing for a vow renewal instead, you do not need a marriage license. You can also purchase an optional Certificate of Vow Renewal through the Marriage License Bureau.
Step 1: Apply Online – You can complete your marriage license application online before your trip. Once you submit it, save the confirmation number because you’ll need it when you go to pick up your license in person.
Step 2: Pick Up Your Marriage License – Both of you will need to go to the Clark County Marriage License Bureau together to pick it up. No appointment is needed.
The current marriage license fee is $102, or $105.29 if you’re paying by debit or credit card.
Step 3: Bring Your Marriage License to Sure Thing – Make sure you bring your marriage license and paperwork with you to your ceremony at either Sure Thing Chapel or Sure Thing Too.
This is one of those things I would double-check before leaving your hotel. You don’t want to arrive at the chapel and realize the one thing you actually need is still sitting on the dresser.
Step 4: Your Officiant Files the Marriage Certificate – After the ceremony, your officiant will submit your marriage certificate to Clark County. Once it has been recorded, you can order a certified copy online or purchase one in person.
If you need an Apostille for international use, you can request one through the Nevada Secretary of State. I’d also confirm with your local government whether one is required where you live.
Marriage license information last updated September 2026. Fees and requirements can change, so always confirm current details with the Clark County Clerk before your trip.


Getting married at Sure Thing Chapel or Sure Thing Too is only one part of your Vegas wedding day. If you’re still figuring out where to stay, where to take photos, what to do afterward, or how to make the day feel more like you, these guides can help:
How to Elope in Las Vegas: 2026/2027 Guide: Start here if you’re still putting the full day together. This guide covers marriage licenses, chapels, vendors, timing, accommodations, photo locations, and what to do after your ceremony.
10 Ways to Customize Your Las Vegas Elopement: Want your Sure Thing wedding to feel a little more personal? This one has ideas for outfits, florals, vows, music, cakes, transportation, activities, and more.
Top Fremont Street Photoshoot Locations in Las Vegas: Since both Sure Thing chapels are right on East Fremont Street, this is one of the easiest ways to keep your photos going after the ceremony. I share some of my favorite downtown stops, including neon signs, casinos, Carousel Bar, and more.
30+ Las Vegas Elopement & Micro-Wedding Reception Locations: Bringing guests or want somewhere to celebrate afterward? This guide covers restaurants, bars, rooftops, and reception options for everything from dinner for two to a larger micro-wedding celebration.
The Best Las Vegas Hotels to Stay at During Your Elopement: Your hotel can be a big part of the day, especially if you want getting-ready photos, a first look, private vows, or portraits.
Top 10 Las Vegas Photoshoot Locations: Want to add another stop after the chapel but aren’t sure where? This guide covers locations around downtown, the Strip, desert areas, and other classic Vegas backdrops.
Welcome to Las Vegas Sign Wedding Photo Tips & Tricks: If the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign is already on your list, read this before you go. I cover timing, crowds, parking, what to bring, and what I recommend knowing before we get there.
Top 10 Wedding Chapels in Las Vegas, Nevada: Still comparing ceremony locations? This guide breaks down some of the most popular Las Vegas wedding chapels.
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Eloping in Vegas: A few things are much easier to avoid when you know about them ahead of time. This guide covers common planning mistakes around timelines, weather, guest lists, and the overall elopement experience.
Luxury Elopements: How to Plan an Elevated, Intentional Wedding: If you want the intimacy of a Vegas elopement but still care about design, fashion, details, and the overall experience, this guide walks through how to make the day feel more intentional.
I’m Kyra, a Las Vegas elopement and wedding photographer documenting hundreds of couples in Vegas each year. I’ve photographed weddings at Sure Thing Chapel and Sure Thing Too many times, so I know how quickly these little chapel timelines can move and how much easier the day feels when you know what to expect going in.
My work blends candid, documentary moments with a more editorial eye, so you get photos that still feel like you while also giving you plenty of those fun, stylish Vegas portraits you came here for. I photograph on digital and sometimes film too, and I’m always paying attention to the little moments in between, not just the obvious ones.
My husband Mark and I are also bringing our own vision for Las Vegas weddings to life with The Risky Chapel. Building a chapel ourselves has given me an entirely new perspective on everything that goes into creating a ceremony experience for couples, from the flow of the space to the little details that make a wedding feel memorable.
If you’re still deciding which Vegas chapel feels right for you, you can also check out my guide to the ‘Best Wedding Chapels in Las Vegas, Nevada for Your Wedding‘.
And if you think I might be the right photographer for your Sure Thing Chapel wedding, you can inquire with me here. You can also learn more about me on my about page, see more real weddings and planning resources on the blog, or follow along on Instagram at @riskyexposurephotography!

I don’t take lightly what it means to be invited into your day. I’m not just there to document it. I’m there to witness it. To feel the energy, read the room, and make creative decisions that reflect the tone, the tension, the joy of the moment - without ever pulling you out of it.