Arriving at the Chapel FAQ
Getting here is easy. Arriving prepared makes it even easier.
The Cute Little Wedding Chapel is located in the Bixby Knolls area of Long Beach, close to the 405 and 710 freeways. This page explains the address, directions, free parking, second-floor access, arrival timing, check-in, and dressing area.
What Is the Chapel Address?
The Cute Little Wedding Chapel is located at:
Cute Little Wedding Chapel
3740 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 201
Long Beach, California 90807
We are located in the Bixby Knolls area of Long Beach.
Please use the complete address, including Suite 201, when sharing directions with guests, photographers, or delivery services.
What Are the Driving Directions?
We are conveniently located near the 405 and 710 freeways and are also accessible from the 91 and 605 freeway areas.
From the 405 Freeway, exit at Atlantic Avenue and travel approximately one-half mile north. The building is just past 37th Street.
Traffic conditions can change quickly in Southern California, so check your navigation app before leaving and allow enough travel time.
“The GPS said we would be there in 20 minutes” is one of California's most famous works of fiction.
Where Do We Park?
Free parking is available beneath the building.
Free street parking may also be available nearby.
A designated accessible parking space is available in the parking lot. The elevator and stairs are located on the front side of the building.
Please allow enough time to park, gather your belongings, and reach Suite 201 before the appointment.
Where Are the Elevator and Stairs?
The elevator and stairs are located on the front side of the building.
Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor and proceed to Suite 201.
If someone in your group uses a wheelchair, walker, cane, or another mobility aid, please review our accessibility page and let us know before the appointment.
Can We Use Uber, Lyft, or Another Rideshare Service?
Yes. Use this address:
3740 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, California 90807
Once you arrive, head to the front side of the building and take the elevator or stairs to the second floor.
Make sure everyone has phones, flowers, rings, identification, and the marriage license before the rideshare vehicle leaves. Chasing an Uber down Atlantic Avenue is not the processional we had planned.
When Should We Arrive?
Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled Wedding Ceremony.
This gives you time to park, take the elevator or stairs to the second floor, ring the doorbell, check in, use the restroom, review any final marriage license details, and make small appearance touch-ups.
Please do not arrive much earlier unless our team has specifically asked you to. Another couple may be having their private Wedding Ceremony before yours.
What If We Need More Arrival Time?
Let us know in advance if someone needs more than 10 minutes because of mobility, accessibility, dressing, language, document review, children, or another special circumstance.
We will explain when you should arrive and whether an earlier check-in can be accommodated within the chapel schedule.
Do not simply arrive very early and assume the chapel will be available. We want to help, but we may be celebrating another couple when you arrive.
How Do We Check In?
Come to Suite 201 on the second floor and ring the doorbell.
A member of our team will greet you, check you in, and guide you through the next steps.
Please provide both names and the scheduled ceremony time. Our team will confirm the appointment, review what still needs to be completed, and guide you through the next steps.
Depending on your package, check-in may include:
- Reviewing identification
- Issuing or reviewing the California marriage license
- Confirming witness information
- Completing any remaining payment
- Reviewing ceremony choices
- Confirming music, photography, Zoom, or decorations
- Directing guests to the correct waiting or ceremony area
What Should We Have Ready at Check-In?
Identification
Bring valid, unexpired identification if we are issuing your marriage license or need to verify your documents.
Marriage License
If another County issued your California marriage license, bring the original, valid license.
Divorce Documents
If a divorce or dissolution became final within the last two years, bring the decree showing the final date and court stamp.
Rings and Vows
Bring the rings, written vows, readings, unity items, or any approved ceremony keepsakes.
Payment
All required payments must be completed before the Wedding Ceremony starts.
Final Guest Count
Make sure the number of guests matches the package and does not exceed 30.
Is There a Dressing Room?
Yes. We have a beautiful dressing room where you can make final touch-ups before the Wedding Ceremony.
The dressing area is intended for final preparation, such as adjusting clothing, checking hair and makeup, putting on jewelry, or taking a breath before walking into the chapel.
Please arrive dressed or nearly ready. It is not intended for a large bridal party to complete full hair, makeup, wardrobe changes, steaming, and an entire reality-show transformation.
Can We Get Fully Dressed at the Chapel?
The dressing room may be used for final touch-ups and limited changing, depending on your package, appointment time, and the day's schedule.
Contact us in advance if you need to change into full wedding attire at the chapel. We will tell you what is possible and when you should arrive.
Do not assume that arriving 10 minutes before the ceremony provides enough time to completely change outfits, lace a complicated dress, attach a veil, find a missing cufflink, and negotiate with a nervous flower child.
Is There a Restroom?
Yes. An accessible restroom is available on the second floor near the chapel.
Build restroom time into your 10-minute arrival window, especially when children or several guests are attending.
Where Should Guests Wait?
Guests should follow the check-in instructions provided by our team.
Another ceremony may be taking place when guests arrive, so they should not enter the chapel or Tropical Terrace until invited.
Ask guests to keep voices low, silence their phones, and avoid gathering in a way that blocks the elevator, stairs, doorway, hallway, parking area, or another business.
What Should We Not Bring?
Do not bring unapproved decorations, large furniture, arches, loose glitter, confetti, real flower petals, open flames, or other items that may create cleanup, safety, or scheduling problems.
Personal flowers, rings, vows, and approved keepsakes are always welcome.
Please leave the goats, elephants, llamas, fireworks, confetti cannons, and firearms at home.
If you are wondering whether you should bring something unusual, ask us first. Chances are we have been asked before, although hopefully not about the elephant.
What Happens If We Are Late?
Do not be late.
Your ceremony is scheduled for a specific time, and another couple may be getting married after you. Late arrival may shorten the ceremony, create additional fees, or require the appointment to be rescheduled if the Wedding Officiant cannot remain.
Contact us immediately if traffic, an emergency, or another serious problem may delay you.
Frequently Asked Arrival and Parking Questions
What is the chapel address?
3740 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 201, Long Beach, California 90807.
Where should we park?
Free parking is available beneath the building. Free street parking may also be available nearby.
Is there an accessible parking space?
Yes. A designated accessible parking space is available in the parking lot.
Where are the elevator and stairs?
The elevator and stairs are located on the front side of the building and provide access to the second floor.
How early should we arrive?
Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled Wedding Ceremony. Let us know in advance if more time is needed.
Where do we check in?
Come to Suite 201 on the second floor and ring the doorbell.
Is there a dressing room?
Yes. A dressing room is available for final touch-ups and limited preparation before the ceremony.
Should we arrive fully dressed?
Please arrive dressed or nearly ready unless another arrangement has been confirmed in advance.
Is there an accessible restroom?
Yes. An accessible restroom is available on the second floor near the chapel.
Can we use Uber or Lyft?
Yes. Use 3740 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, California 90807, then head to the front side of the building and take the elevator or stairs to the second floor.
Ready to Come Get Married?
Save the address, plan your route, arrive 10 minutes early, bring the required documents, and let us handle the rest. We will get you checked in, prepared, and ready to say “I do.”
Call or text: (562) 435-4000
Email: getmarried@cutelittleweddingchapel.com
Cute Little Wedding Chapel
3740 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 201
Long Beach, California 90807
Parking, access routes, dressing-room availability, check-in procedures, and chapel scheduling may change. Follow the instructions in your booking confirmation and contact us before the appointment with any special arrival needs.