Interior of a church or chapel setup for a wedding with a draped white cloth backdrop, flowers, candles, and a small table at the front, with pews on either side.

Inside the Chapel

Celebrate with up to 16 of your favorite people in a stylish downtown Tacoma chapel created for an intimate, low-stress wedding that still feels completely special.

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Your wedding can be simple

without feeling ordinary

The Chapel at Elope 253 is designed for love stories that value over production. With warm design, thoughtful details and room for up to 16 guests, it’s the perfect place to focus on what matters most.

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Interior of a modern living space with a blue velvet sofa, decorative pillows, wall art, and various mirrors on the wall. There is a sign that reads 'ELOPE 253' above a doorway with curtains and a chandelier inside. The space is decorated with plants, candles, and a colorful rug.

A Closer look Inside The Chapel

Indoor cozy lounge area with two teal velvet armchairs, a small round side table, a tall gold lamp, and large windows with dark grey curtains. The wall features decorative wreaths, and there is a small table with framed art, books, candles, and plant
Interior of a wedding chapel with wooden walls, white draped curtain backdrop, a round table with flowers and candles, and benches in the foreground.
Interior space with white brick wall, two small windows showing green outdoor foliage, wooden ceiling, decorative plants, a floral patterned rug, a small round table with a white top, a bench with orange cushion, and a brass railing around the stairc
A floral arrangement with white and pale pink roses, white flowers, and eucalyptus leaves on a table, with a glass candle holder containing lit candles in the background, against a wooden wall.
A couple getting married in a small indoor ceremony, with a minister officiating. The focus is on the couple, with the bride in a white dress and the groom in a dark suit. The background shows warm wooden walls and a chandelier, with friends and fami
Decorative table with a floral arrangement, candles, and a framed quote reading 'And they lived happily ever after' in a cozy indoor space with teal chairs and wall art.
A church interior with wooden walls, a white draped altar, candle holders, floral arrangements, and chairs facing the altar.
A floral arrangement on a white marble round table, with candles, in a room with wall mirrors and a wooden chair.
Indoor wedding or event decor featuring wooden wall paneling, floral wreaths, a sign that reads "Wed Small & Love Big," a velvet teal sofa with a blush pink pillow, a bar cart with glassware and candles, and a room behind curtains with candles.

Small by Design. Big on Personality.

  • A golden heart-shaped outline.

    Made for Intimate Weddings

    Celebrate with up to 16 guests in person PLUS have up to 100 virtual guests on Zoom.

  • A map pin graphic with a city skyline inside and concentric circles around it.

    Downtown Tacoma

    Steps from dining, hotels and great photo spots.

  • Outline of a camera in yellow

    Photo Ready Design

    Styled space with natural light and curated details that make photos effortless and beautiful.

  • A simple illustration of a flower with multiple petals outlined in yellow.

    Low-Stress Experience

    Simple planning, friendly support and a ceremony that’s all about you.

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Just look for the Tacoma FAMOUS chartreuse doors!

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Located in the heart of downtown Tacoma

The Elope 253 chapel is a tiny, Instagram-worthy space that is just the perfect size for an elopement or micro-wedding. With seating for up to 16 of your closest family and friends, you will be sure to have an intimate, low-stress and fun wedding.

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