Marking the first full weekend of marriage equality in New York state, 24 gay and lesbian couples on Saturday wed in “pop-up” chapels in New York’s Central Park.
Couples were chosen to wed in the specially designed chapels through a contest sponsored by the wedding planning website, The Knot.
With every “I do,” jubilant whoops and cheers burst from the crowd, a mix of friends, family and passers-by.
The weddings, although held adjacent to the commotion of New York City’s Columbus Circle, felt comfortably ensconced in Central Park. The event’s organizers reported no protests or disturbances throughout the day.
Full story: CNN
Pop Up Chapel with The Knot provided the pre-selected couples with an officiant, photographer, flowers, hair & makeup stylists, cupcakes and the location — all at no cost.
They chose 24 couples in a nod to the day in which same-sex marriage was passed and became legal in New York — the bill was approved in the legislature and signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo on June 24, and too effect July 24.
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