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Schedule

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Arrival~Floral Prep~Venue Adornment

12:00 pm

Colorful Cozy Chic

Check In. A gathering of family and close friends for place making, adorning the space with color, florals, lounge nooks and ambiance for the events to come. In Punjabi culture decorating together is a meaningful act of hospitality symbolizing the wedding belongs to the entire community~not just the couple.

Saturday, January 31, 2026

Ghara Ghardoli ~ A Pre-Ceremony Bathing Ritual

8:01 am

A female relative on the grooms side brings a Ghara containing holy water from the temple which is used for the ceremonial bath. This ritual symbolizes purification, humility, and spiritual readiness before entering married life.

Milni

9:31 am - 10:01 am

Gurdwara Sahib of Hayward
1805 Hill Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541

The grooms greeting before entering the Gurdwara by the brides family. Garlands, shawls and blessings are exchanged.

Welcome Tea

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Gurdwara Sahib of Hayward
1805 Hill Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541

Anand Karaj ~ Wedding Ceremony at the Gurdwara

11:01 am - 12:31 pm

Gurdwara Sahib of Hayward
1805 Hill Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541

Wear something celebratory! Indian attire is encouraged but not required—modest formal attire is perfect. Gurdwara Ceremony Etiquette: • Please cover your head • Remove shoes upon entry • Dress modestly (covered shoulders and legs) • Seating is traditionally on the floor

The Sikh wedding ceremony centers on equality, devotion, and partnership before Guru Granth Sahib.

Guru Da Langar

1:00 pm

Gurdwara Sahib of Hayward
1805 Hill Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541

Reception

2:01 pm

Grazing boards, treats, formal dinner