Joe Keery, widely recognized for his role as Steve Harrington on Netflix’s Stranger Things, recently went viral after donning his iconic Scoops Ahoy sailor outfit while officiating a wedding. The event took place on October 25 in Simi Valley, California, where Keery officiated the Halloween-themed ceremony of his friend and bandmate Matt Williams.
A Memorable Officiating Look Sparks Online Excitement
Instead of traditional formalwear, Keery chose a distinctive vintage-inspired vest and collared shirt combo, echoing the unmistakable blue Scoops Ahoy uniform he wore during Stranger Things Season 3. His appearance sparked excitement across social media, with many fans commenting on the perfect throwback to his fictional ice cream parlor job at the Starcourt Mall.
This choice delighted fans who quickly shared photos and videos of Keery in the outfit, describing the moment as if he had stepped right off the screen and into the wedding. The actor’s presence and costume added a playful and nostalgic vibe to the intimate outdoor ceremony.
Social Media Reacts to the Unique Wedding Moment
Fans eagerly expressed their enthusiasm online. One commented,
joe keery officiating a wedding in scoops ahoy attire… ok!
while another shared,
joe keery officiating wedding in steve harrington’s sccops ahoy costume…you couldn’t make this up.
Further adding to the buzz, a fan tweeted,
the st cast getting cancelled left and right these days meanwhile joe keery is on sidequest 150 marrying his best friends while dressed up as his own character,
capturing the unique spirit of the event amid ongoing conversations about the Stranger Things cast.
Keery Officiates the Ceremony with His Character’s Charm
Footage circulating on X shows Keery carrying out his duties as officiant, speaking to the gathered guests while dressed in the Scoops Ahoy uniform. During the ceremony, he declared,
And by the power invested in me by the state of California — yesterday — I now pronounce you husband and wife,
eliciting laughter and cheers from those in attendance and showcasing his blend of humor and warmth.
Stranger Things Fans Anticipate Final Season as Keery Shares This Fun Moment
This viral event comes in the lead-up to the upcoming fifth and final season of Stranger Things. Keery, along with his castmates, is preparing for the release of the concluding episodes, starting with the first four installments available from November 26. The show will continue with three episodes released on Christmas Day, culminating in a grand finale on New Year’s Eve, which will also see select theatrical screenings.
Fans can look forward to the Hawkins group reuniting in this final chapter to confront the villain Vecna, promising an exciting end to the beloved series.
A new video of Joe Keery officiating Matt & Veronica’s wedding yesterday!
📸: tal1u1ah via Instagram stories pic.twitter.com/WIU34b7YnU
— Joe Keery Updates (@updatingkeery) October 26, 2025
