6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come dressed in festive Indian or American cocktail attire — perfect for a night of mingling and celebration.
This event will be inside the tasting room, expect a variety of appetizers served throughout the evening, along with wine and beer.
8:45 am
Wedding Attire: Traditional Indian wear or semi-formal Western attire is perfect. Think suits, dresses, sarees, lehengas, kurtas, and dhotis. Kindly avoid pink, ivory, and light green, as these colors are reserved for the bride and groom. The ceremony will take place outdoors on the winery grounds, so please plan for grass and weather.
8:45 AM – Start of the Wedding Ceremony We’ll begin the day with the Baraat, a lively Indian wedding tradition where the groom arrives in a festive procession filled with music and dancing. All guests are welcome to join the celebration as it leads into the wedding ceremony. Lunch to follow
4:30 pm
Formal attire preferred: Floor-length gowns or cocktail dresses, tuxedos or suits with a tie are perfect. Traditional Indian wear like lehengas, sarees, anarkalis, sherwanis, or bandhgalas are equally welcome. Think elegant, vibrant, and celebration-ready!
4:30 PM – Cocktail Hour Join us for a refreshing cocktail hour set in the stunning grounds of the winery. Enjoy the beautiful views, sip on drinks, and mingle with fellow guests as the sun sets over this picturesque venue. Please plan for weather. Reception to Follow Following the cocktail hour, we’ll move into the Viansa's hall, where the real celebration begins! Get ready for an unforgettable evening with delicious food, music, and dancing as we celebrate this special day together.
Travel Note
There are multiple options for air travel to Sonoma. Here's a breakdown of the key airports: 1. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) -Distance from Sonoma: about 1.5-2 hours by car (~75 miles) -Large international airport, many international and domestic flights Website: San Francisco International Airport 2. Oakland International Airport (OAK) Distance from Sonoma: about 1.5 hours by car (~60 miles) Offers variety of domestic flights and international flights Website: Oakland International Airport General Airport Considerations: Driving Time: Most large airports are approximately 1.5-2 hours away from Sonoma, so transportation options like rental cars, private shuttles, or ride-sharing services will be needed.
Hotel
Our hotel room block is now sold out, but you can still book a room directly through the Hotel Petaluma website. We'll be providing shuttle service to and from the reception exclusively from this hotel. Our welcome dinner will be hosted at Brooks Note Tasting room, just a 10-minute walk away.
We’re treating our guests to a gift card for breakfast — take the morning to relax, savor something delicious, and soak in the charm of Petaluma.
Thank you so much to everyone who has RSVPed, at this time our wedding is full and we thank you so much for celebrating with us. Please reach out to Sashank or Sarina for any last minute changes.
Due to limited space at our venues, we’re only able to accommodate guests named on the invitation. Thank you for understanding!
To help everyone stay connected during the wedding celebrations, we’ll be creating a WhatsApp group for all our guests. We’ll share any last-minute updates and let you know when each event is starting. Please keep an eye out for the group invite about a week before the wedding!
We will be providing shuttle service only for the reception from the designated hotel. Transportation will not be provided for the ceremony. You may be able to use a rideshare service like Uber to get to the venue from the hotel, but availability in the area can be limited—especially during peak hours. The best option is to bring or rent a car. There will be ample parking available at both the hotel and the venue.
While we absolutely love your little ones, our wedding will be an adults-only celebration. Since it’s taking place at a winery, we kindly ask that you make arrangements to leave the kiddos at home and enjoy a night off with us!
No worries! Feel free to contact us directly through our wedding email sarinasashankwedding@gmail.com.
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