Dan Ford Celebrant

Dan Ford Celebrant Marriage Celebrant & MC. Always honour and respect your authentic self and that of your spouse. True love, always.

After a 12 year career with the Australian Navy that saw me living in Sydney, Mornington and Fremantle, and overseas on various deployments, my wife Shelby and I settled in Canberra for a number of years. A couple of years ago, we decided it was time for a change (preferably to a warmer climate), so we packed up our life in the Nation’s Capital and moved north to the beautiful Sunshine Coast. I’m

now proud to call myself a local of the Sunshine Coast and when I’m not celebrating the love between beautiful couples, you’ll find me walking our little Whippet puppies, Paul and Indy, or enjoying the great beaches of the Sunny Coast. My philosophy on Love is this... - I believe that the keys to a long and successful marriage are to remember who you are, and remember that this is the person your special someone fell in love with. This is how two souls are united for a common purpose; to nourish and grow together for the rest of your days.

Hot off the press 🔥🔥 The latest edition of ’s Real Wedding Special Vol.11, on sale now at newsagents nationwide and via ...
09/06/2026

Hot off the press 🔥🔥 The latest edition of ’s Real Wedding Special Vol.11, on sale now at newsagents nationwide and via the Hello May online store.

Catch my Hello May profile in my HM Chanel, up there 👆🏻

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A wedding I will never forget ~ Nate + Emily.These two lovers attended a  Pop Up to lock in most of their wedding Dream ...
06/05/2026

A wedding I will never forget ~ Nate + Emily.

These two lovers attended a Pop Up to lock in most of their wedding Dream Team.

On the day, the vibe was relaxed and fun! A fitting celebration for these two lovers.

Dream Team:







Meet Dan, (… yes, written in the third person… it’s less cringe to pump up one’s own tires that way..).Cue the backstory...
04/05/2026

Meet Dan, (… yes, written in the third person… it’s less cringe to pump up one’s own tires that way..).

Cue the backstory ~ Dan was MC’ing his nephews wedding nine years ago when he learned that Celebrancy and MC’ing was a full time job for some - light bulb moment! ’People get paid to do this!?’

Dan has grown into a greatly respected wedding professional Australia wide, and is recommended by top tier planners, venues, and other top tier wedding vendors. He most loves his dual Celebrant + MC role that’s co-focused on the guest experience, with inclusions like a ‘Golden Hour Guest Chat Reel’ where Dan will interview guests with cheeky and sentimental questions to capture the feels and vibe while the couple is off getting portraits, then edit a 3-4 minute reel, delivered to the couple the day after the wedding (how fricking cool is that!?)

What drives his work is pure passion, and each ceremony and reception is a co-creation between his vast experience, and the couples vision. Dan weaves his affable, sophisticated and tongue-in-cheeky magic, all the while, keeping the emphasis right where it should be… on the couple!

Dan is known by many for his genuine nature, great dress sense, and engaging attributes. He’s a bridal party drink topper-upper, handbag fetcher, and makes every single guest at your wedding feel safe, informed, and included (he’s literally won multiple ABIA awards for being so awesome at this).

Dan’s wedding philosophy is this:
‘We are co-creating beautiful and unique one off pieces of art for our couples, and their guests.’

Dan is booking 2027/28 Celebrant + MC (Front of House Director) Weddings Now.

Enquire via link in Bio.

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02/05/2026

Hey there, if your reading this, you might be on the lookout for a modern Celebrant whose officiated over 600 weddings, won multiple ABIA awards, and who feels like a long lost buddy that you can trust to deliver an elevated experience on the most important day of your life… If that’s the case, search no more. You found him!

(Hmmmm, he looks like just another Celebrant..)

Not so! My professional standards/non-negotiable/differentiators:

* Same day enquiry reply with availability
* Pricing guide shown on instagram & website
*Legal paperwork simplified including remote witnessing (by me!)
* An informal rehearsal covering positioning, bridal walk & ring exchange (excellent for building rapport with bridal party and family)
*Impeccably dressed to your dress code, vow cards provided, relaxed, humorous and sophisticated delivery of services… every time!

Custom add on Services:

* Front of House Director ~ (Celebrant + MC + Vendor liason) keeping your run sheet ship-shape, smoothly transitioning, and on time (12 Years in the NAVY instilled me with time management A-game!)

* Guest experience reel ~ I’ll interview your guests in the cocktail hour with cheeky and sentimental questions. Your ‘Cocktail Hour’ reel will be edited and delivered the day after your wedding, so you can experience the guest-feels of the magic hour, while your were off getting portraits!

Now booking 2027-28 weddings with these trusted venues and planners:

























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INTRODUCING MR & MRS GROVES🥂 | 18.04.2026⁠A love so strong. Celebrating two amazing humans who serve the public as first...
30/04/2026

INTRODUCING MR & MRS GROVES🥂 | 18.04.2026⁠

A love so strong. Celebrating two amazing humans who serve the public as first responders, and who chose each other as their lover, best friend and equal.

Planning, Styling & Stationery:
Florals:
Venue:
Photography:
Film:
Celebrant:
Marquee:
Flooring:
Entertainment:
Magician:
Guest Transport:
Hair & Makeup: &
Pet Sitters:

MEET THE CAMERONS20.04.2026These two absolute legends found me via their venue, the very country-chic  Fun, relaxed and ...
30/04/2026

MEET THE CAMERONS
20.04.2026

These two absolute legends found me via their venue, the very country-chic

Fun, relaxed and not too long was the Ceremony brief… because they wanted to celebrate with their family & friends… in style!

Dream team:










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Cooroy, QLD
4563

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