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Bexar County Courthouse Mass Weddings Draw Record Midnight Crowd on Valentine’s Day

The free courthouse ceremonies link civic celebration to public service, pairing required pre-registration with a voluntary donation to a local justice center.

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More than 100 couples kicked off Valentine’s Day by tying the knot just after midnight on the steps of the Bexar County Courthouse.

Overview

  • County Clerk Lucy Adame-Clark confirmed a record 154 couples wed at the midnight ceremony on the courthouse steps.
  • A 10 a.m. ceremony followed, with a noon ceremony scheduled to coincide with the U.S. Postal Service unveiling the 2026 Love Stamp.
  • Participation is free but requires advance pre-registration and a valid marriage license, with Adame-Clark officiating.
  • A suggested $20 donation benefits the Bexar County Family Justice Center, connecting the event to local support services.
  • Community tie-ins included a Newlywed Block Party running from Friday night into early Saturday and gift bags for couples, some with Rodeo tickets.