Dozens of same-sex couples exchanged vows at the Broward County courthouse early Tuesday after Florida's gay marriage ban ended at midnight.
Officials issued 100 marriage licenses and 98 couples were married in ceremonies that began at 2 a.m.
"It is probably one of the most joyous moments that I've had in my life," said Rick Blake, who married his long time partner in the wee hours of the morning.
Couples exchanged rings and had cake as they celebrated the historic day.
"I didn't believe it was gonna happen," Tony Vincent said after exchanging vows with his partner.
Father Phil Grant, a priest in the Old Catholic Church sect rejoiced in being allowed to marry his partner.
"This is it," he said. "It is a big deal, it's extraordinary."
Later Tuesday, Broward County Commissioners will proclaim January 6, 2015 as "Marriage Equality Day" in Broward.
