Schedule
Friday, October 23, 2026
Welcome
6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
The Vibe: Casual, social, and "jet-lag friendly." Before the main festivities begin, we want to welcome our Irish visitors with a relaxed evening of drinks and snacks. This is a low-pressure chance for all the travellers to meet and mingle. The Food: Plenty of local food and drinks to give you your first taste of Dehradun. What to wear: Casual. No need for traditional Indian attire or formal suits—just come as you are! The Schedule: Drop in whenever you like. If you're feeling the travel fatigue, feel free to just pop in for a quick hello. We can arrange some local transport from the venue.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Mehendi Ceremony
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Mussoorie Road, Dehradun, UK 248001, India
The Vibe: Relaxed, colorful, and social. This is the kickoff event! While the bride gets her intricate bridal henna, guests are invited to have smaller designs applied to their hands. It’s a time for music, light snacks, and getting to know each other. What to expect: Professional henna artists will be available for all guests. It’s a great chance to chat and soak in the pre-wedding excitement. Dress Code: Something comfortable and bright. Think floral dresses or lightweight Indian suits. Short sleeves are practical if you plan on getting henna!
Sangeet
7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Mussoorie Road, Dehradun, UK 248001, India
💃 Sangeet (The Music & Dance Night) The Vibe: A high-energy party! The Sangeet is essentially a "talent show" followed by a massive dance party. Both families perform choreographed dances (don't worry, you don't have to perform, but you definitely have to cheer!). What to expect: food, drinks, and a lot of Bollywood and Bhangra music and a few Irish tunes thrown in. Once the "official" performances are over, the dance floor opens for everyone. It’s time to bring the sparkle! For the Ladies: Feel free to go all out in a colourful cocktail dress or a Lehenga Choli (skirt and crop top) if you’d like to go traditional. For the Gents: Aim for a smart-casual look with chinos and a shirt. If you want to try the Indian look, a Kurta Pajama paired with a Nehru Jacket is the perfect choice. Pro-Tip: Wear shoes you can dance in. We’d love for the Irish crew to do some performances. Consider this your official notice to get a bit of practice in before you fly out.
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Baraat
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Mussoorie Road, Dehradun, UK 248001, India
The Baraat is essentially a high-energy street party on the move! It is the Groom’s official procession to the wedding venue, and it’s one of the most vibrant parts of the entire celebration. The Vibe: Loud drums (Dhol), a moving brass band, and non-stop dancing. The Groom usually leads the way on a decorated white horse. Your Role: Join the crowd! There’s no formal "marching"—everyone is encouraged to dance their way to the venue. The pace is slow because the dancing is constant. The Milni: When the procession reaches the venue gates, the Bride’s family will be waiting to welcome everyone. You’ll see the Milni, where relatives from both sides exchange garlands and often try to "out-lift" each other during a hug as a show of strength and friendship! Family Greeting: Corresponding family members from both sides (uncles with uncles, fathers with fathers, aunts with aunts) meet in the centre to exchange garlands and hugs.
Ceremony
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Rajpur Road, Dehradun, UK, India
The Gurdwara Ceremony (Anand Karaj) The Anand Karaj takes place at the Gurdwara (Sikh temple). This is the religious part of our wedding. The Ritual: We will walk around the Holy Scripture (Guru Granth Sahib) four times as hymns are sung. Etiquette: Head Covering: Everyone (men and women) must cover their heads inside the prayer hall. We will provide scarves/bandanas if you don't have your own. Shoes: You will need to remove your shoes before entering the temple. Seating: Traditionally, guests sit on the floor to show equality. If you find this difficult, please let us know, and we can arrange seating. Dress Code: Traditional Indian (Punjabi suit for women or kurta pyjama for men) or Modest Western.
Lunch
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Mussoorie Road, Dehradun, UK 248001, India
Once the formal religious proceedings wrap up, we’ll host a chilled-out, informal lunch. This is a chance to relax, chat about the ceremony, and enjoy a meal before we gear up for the big reception in the evening.
Reception
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Mussoorie Road, Dehradun, UK 248001, India
The Vibe: Elegant, celebratory, and the grand finale. After the ceremony and lunch, it’s time to celebrate back at Solitaire Farms! This is our formal evening reception featuring dancing, a few drinks and a big dinner buffet. It’s the final night for everyone to come together and toast to the new couple. What to wear: Formal Western (Suits/Gowns) or your favourite Indian attire.
After Party
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 10:00 pm - Mon, Oct 26, 2026, 12:00 am
Mussoorie Road, Dehradun, UK 248001, India
When the formal reception at the main venue winds down, we aren't quite ready to say goodnight! We’ll be moving the party to the Glass House on-site for a more dancing and fun.
