The Definitive Tipping Guide

Tipping for Special Occasions

How to tip for special occasions, from party clowns to wedding officiants

Tipping for Special Occasions
Tina Rupp
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Tipping an Officiant at a Wedding or Other Special Occasion

Average Tip
Donation to the house of worship.

Exceptional Circumstances
Send a note and a small gift to an officiant who helped solve problems or made an event memorable.

Things to Consider
Your relationship with the officiant and the scale of the event. Ask if your congregation has donation guidelines.


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