Always dreamed of getting married but maybe still terrified of the life-long commitment? Although most people probably don’t grow up fantasizing about their wedding venue at the Museum of Sex, or their wedding officiate being a machine, NYC’s AutoWed, a bubble gum pink retro vending machine, is letting loving couples exchange their vows for quick hitch.
Described by the ConceptShed, the makers of the AutoWed machine, as “a parking meter turned good,” it offers everything you could need to tie the knot!
Users will be asked to type in their names on the steel keyboard as audio prompts will guide you to solemnly swear your “I dos.” Once you make it official, the machine will play a specially composed wedding march. No need to put your rent money towards an expensive diamond—the machine vends two rings and even prints your marriage receipt!
For those wondering, no, the AutoWed doesn’t legally bind you and your partner in a real marriage. The entire concept is just a fun kitschy thing to do, great for anniversaries, date nights and so on.
Did you know that New Yorkers are the least likely to every marry out of any U.S. state? Statistically, one in three New Yorkers never marry, according to a study by law firm, Schmidt & Clark, with the use of marital history from the U.S. Census Bureau. More specifically, New York women are the least likely to wed out of every state.
And if you’re not looking to get married but love a good vending machine, this colorful one dispenses one-of-a-kind mystery art from local NYC artists.
Beyond getting hitched at the AutoWed, you can grab your tickets to explore the Museum of Sex’s permanent installation, “Super Funland: Journey into the Erotic Carnival” now. There you can experience the museum’s engaging rides and games for the perfect way to blow off some steam.
Overall, the museum covers the history and evolution of human sexuality through a sensual and creative lens. You can find it located at 233 5th Avenue.