Las Vegas is a top wedding destination year-round—but not all months are created equal when it comes to heat, crowds, and chaos. Whether you’re planning a romantic elopement or a fun-filled chapel ceremony, knowing when to get married in Las Vegas can make a big difference in your overall experience (and your photos!).
Here’s your go-to guide for picking the best time to tie the knot in Vegas—based on weather, event schedules, and local insight.
🌤️ Best Months for a Las Vegas Wedding
If you want pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and dreamy lighting for photos, the best months to get married in Las Vegas are:
- March through early May
- Mid-October through early December
These seasons offer mild temperatures, beautiful sunsets, and lower hotel prices (outside of holiday weekends). You’ll avoid the extreme heat of summer and the packed crowds of major event weekends.
🥵 Months to Avoid (Unless You Love Heat)
June, July, and August are Vegas’ hottest months, with temperatures often hitting 110°F or higher. Outdoor elopements during summer can be uncomfortable and potentially dangerous without shade and hydration. If you do plan a summer wedding:
- Schedule your ceremony at sunrise or sunset
- Choose indoor or shaded venues
- Bring water, fans, and sunscreen
- Hire a photographer (like me!) who knows how to shoot fast and efficiently in the heat
🚧 Major Events to Watch Out For in Vegas
Vegas is known for hosting huge events that spike prices, crowd the Strip, and make logistics trickier. If you want a smooth elopement or chapel wedding, it’s best to avoid these high-traffic weekends:
🏎️ Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix
- Next race: November 20–22, 2025
- Major road closures, insane hotel prices, and limited Strip access
- Avoid this weekend unless you're F1-obsessed
🎧 EDC (Electric Daisy Carnival)
- Usually mid to late May
- Hotels sell out early, Ubers are scarce, and it’s loud everywhere
- Great for partygoers, not ideal for peaceful vows
🏈 Super Bowl Weekend
- February 2025 was in Vegas, but even future Super Bowl weekends bring massive crowds
- Avoid if you want quiet or affordable lodging
🎲 CES & Major Conventions
- January is convention-heavy (like CES), which fills hotels and raises rates
- Consider mid to late February instead
🍁 Hidden Gem Months
- September: Still warm but starting to cool down, especially toward the end of the month
- Early December: Surprisingly peaceful, beautiful weather, and great hotel deals before the holiday rush
- Weekdays in any month: Chapels and venues are less crowded, photo spots are easier to access, and vendors are more available
📸 Best Time of Day for Wedding Photos in Vegas
If you’re planning a photo session outdoors—like the desert, Fremont Street, or the Strip—here’s when the light is best:
- Golden Hour (1 hour before sunset): Soft, flattering light
- Early Morning (after sunrise): Quiet streets, cooler temps, and dreamy lighting
- Night Sessions: Great for Fremont Street or neon lights, but avoid peak nightlife hours for less foot traffic
🎉 Need Help Planning the Timing?
At Falling Rocks Photography, I’ve worked with couples in every season and know how to plan around the heat, crowds, and traffic chaos. I include a free elopement guide with every package to help you pick the perfect time and location for your ceremony and portraits.
Whether you’re dreaming of a quiet desert ceremony or a lively chapel wedding downtown, I’ll help you time it right—so you get beautiful photos, not sweaty chaos.
📷 Let’s plan your Las Vegas wedding or elopement today!
