Weddings By Steve Veenstra
OVERVIEW
Steve Veenstra believes your ceremony should feel like the emotional heartbeat of your wedding day — not just the legal part before the party.
Based in Melbourne, Steve is a warm, charismatic Marriage Celebrant and MC known for creating heartfelt, engaging ceremonies that genuinely reflect each couple’s personality, story, and style. Whether you’re planning a relaxed beachside wedding, elegant garden celebration, modern city reception, or intimate elopement, every ceremony is thoughtfully tailored to feel personal, effortless, and unforgettable.
With a background in television and live hosting, Steve brings a natural confidence, storytelling ability, and crowd connection that keeps guests engaged from beginning to end. From emotional moments to lighthearted banter, he knows how to strike the perfect balance between sentiment, warmth, humour, and energy — creating ceremonies that couples and guests remember long after the wedding day is over.
Steve’s celebrant journey began when his closest friends asked him to marry them, and ever since, he’s been passionate about helping couples celebrate one of the most meaningful moments of their lives in a way that feels authentic, relaxed, and completely their own.
For couples wanting a seamless experience, Steve also offers MC hosting, carrying the same energy, professionalism, and personal connection throughout the reception to ensure the entire day flows naturally and effortlessly.
When working with Weddings By Veenstra, you can expect:
- A genuinely personalised ceremony crafted around your story
- A warm, engaging celebrant who keeps guests connected and entertained
- Guidance and support throughout the planning process
- A calm, organised professional who helps make the entire experience stress-free
- A modern approach that blends heartfelt emotion with fun and personality
Steve is available for weddings of all sizes across Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, and destination weddings internationally.
If you’re searching for a celebrant who can create a ceremony that feels meaningful, entertaining, relaxed, and truly memorable — Weddings By Veenstra would love to be part of your special day.
About
My goal in life has always been to follow my passions, create meaningful connections, and surround myself with positivity. Becoming a marriage celebrant happened unexpectedly when my closest friends asked me to marry them, an experience that opened the door to an incredibly rewarding journey filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Outside of weddings, I run my own corporate apparel and promotional merchandise business, while also working in acting and live hosting — something I
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Review Summary
November 2025
August 2025
Weddings By Steve Veenstra
Oh, your kind words have absolutely warmed my heart Joseph! I’m over the moon to hear how much you both loved our time together planning and celebrating your big day. It was such a joy to get to know you both and weave your unique spark into the ceremony and celebration throughout your reception—making it that perfect mix of heartfelt and fun was my favorite part! I’m so grateful and humbled that your guests felt the vibe too (those comments mean the world!). Honestly, working with your venue crew, musician, and photographer to keep everything flowing smoothly, just so you two could soak up every magical moment. I felt so welcomed, like I was one of your decorated friends joining in the love and laughter! Thank you for letting me be part of your dream wedding—it’s a memory I’ll cherish forever. Here’s to your beautiful journey ahead, filled with love and laughter! Love Steve x
March 2025
Weddings By Steve Veenstra
Thank you Bec, I have no words... Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! You two are the loveliest souls and it was truly humbling and amazing to officiate your wedding as celebrant & MC! This wedding was so memorable on so many levels, you both did an amazing effort in creating your perfect wedding at your family property in the country! I will never forget this beautiful wedding and how much joy officiating your special day was! WOW just WOW! Your family and guests are a true representation of you two as a couple, all just absolutely wonderful! I wish you both the most wonderful life together as husband and wife, you two are simply THE BEST! Love Steve x
April 2026
Weddings By Steve Veenstra
Thank you so much, that’s incredibly kind of you both. It was such an honour to be part of your day and to celebrate your marriage alongside your family and friends. From the moment we started planning, it was clear how much this meant to you both, and I’m so glad the ceremony felt exactly how you wanted it to, relaxed, meaningful, and truly reflective of you as a couple. Hearing that you felt at ease and supported the whole way through is exactly what I hope to create, so you can just enjoy the moment and take it all in. Thank you again for trusting me with such a special part of your day. Wishing you both an incredible life together ahead, full of love, laughter, and everything you’re building side by side. Best wishes Steve :)
April 2026
Weddings By Steve Veenstra
Thank you so much for your beautiful words, this honestly means the world to me. It was such an absolute pleasure being part of your day. From the very beginning, it was clear your ceremony was going to be something special, and I’m so glad it felt genuine, relaxed, and completely you. That’s always the goal. Hearing that your guests loved it as well is the icing on the (wedding) cake (pardon the pun) there’s nothing better than creating a moment everyone feels part of, not just watching. Thank you again for trusting me with such an important part of your day. Wishing you both an incredible life ahead filled with plenty more laughs, love, and amazing memories. Best wishes Steve
Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, Weddings By Steve Veenstra offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceShould I change my last name?
Is it the norm?
Weddings By Steve Veenstra
In Australia, a bride is not legally required to change her surname when getting married. It’s entirely a personal choice. When you marry, you can keep your current surname, take your spouse’s surname, or even create a new combined surname if you both agree.
The marriage certificate itself doesn’t automatically change your name—it just records the details of the marriage.
If you do decide to change your surname, you’ll need to update it with various institutions like the Australian Taxation Office, banks, and for your driver’s licence or passport. For official documents such as a passport, you can use your marriage certificate as evidence of the name change, but you’ll still need to apply for the update.
It’s all up to what feels right for you! :)
My daughter is being married in 12 months time . Am I able to become competent in that time to perform her wedding?
Weddings By Steve Veenstra
It can be completed, and you can become competent with in this time... The course does take time to complete and then completing the government registration can take time also so I would do some research in this area first. If you can complete the course and gain registration within the 12 months, then in that time I would contact some experienced celebrants to gain further "performing ceremonies" advice and techniques etc. I hope this helps :)
What time should my ceremony be?
We're making a ceremony local due to a close family member that can't go far. Our reception venue is 1 hr away, We'll need to arrive around 6:30-7pm at reception. We have a wedding photoshoot prior to the reception venue, this will be about 2 hrs.
Weddings By Steve Veenstra
I would recommend 2.30pm - 3pm start - guest to arrive 20 to 30 mins prior to ceremony commencing and all guests to be seated and welcomed 10-15 minutes prior to the ceremony. I hope you have a wonderful wedding :)
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Weddings By Steve Veenstra
Thank you so much for this beautiful, heartfelt review! It was an absolute honor to be part of your wedding day and to celebrate your love story with you both and all of your wonderful family and friends. Reading your words has genuinely made my week – knowing that you felt supported, relaxed, and completely present in every moment is exactly why I love what I do. Your ceremony was such a joy to put together and deliver; your love for each other made it so easy to create something personal and meaningful. And the reception, your family & friends were an absolute blast and made my job as MC feel like I was just hanging out with a big group of old friends. The photos and videos were my absolute pleasure – those little candid moments are the ones you’ll treasure forever, and I’m so glad I could capture a few extra one's for you both :) Wishing you both an amazing adventure as husband & wife, a lifetime of happiness, laughter, and love that keeps growing stronger every day. Thank you again for trusting me with your special day. I’ll never forget it (and I’m still smiling thinking about it!). Best wishes Steven x