Schedule

Maiyan, Sangeet, & Jaggo

4:00 pm - 11:45 pm

In the spirit of our celebration, we invite you to wear formal and/or cultural attire. For outfit inspiration, please refer to the FAQ section.

The Maiyan is an intimate, family-focused event that brings blessings to the marriage. Guests are encouraged to apply a paste made of turmeric onto the bride and groom which symbolizes good luck and prosperity. It also cleanses and prepares the couple for a new stage of life. The Sangeet is a celebration of music, dance, and the coming together of families. The women in the family sing traditional wedding songs that offer advice to the new couple. The Jaggo aka the "wake up" call is a loud, energetic, and bright celebration. Traditionally, relatives would carry lit pots and play the dhol (drum) through the village at night to wake up neighbors and invite them to the upcoming wedding week; the noise also doubled as a deterrent to any individual passing through that might want to burglarize and cause mischief.

Mehndi

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Casual and/or cultural attire welcomed! For outfit inspiration, please refer to the FAQ section.

The Mehndi ceremony is a vibrant ritual where the bride's hands and feet are adorned with intricate henna designs along with the women of both families. The application of henna is believed to bring positive energy, health, and prosperity to the bride as she begins a new chapter and symbolizes a deep, loving bond between the couple.

Gurdwara Ceremony

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

We kindly request the pleasure of your company in semi-formal and/or cultural attire.

9-10AM: Tea & Snacks 10:30-11:10: Anand Karaj (Ceremony) 12 PM: Langar (Lunch) Please wear attire that will allow you to sit on the floor and shoes that are easy to take on and off. Ladies, please bring a scarf or shawl to cover your hair. Gentlemen will be provided with a handkerchief at the temple.

Western Ceremony

3:30 pm - 4:45 pm

Help us set the tone for a wonderful day by wearing English Garden Formal and/or cultural attire.

Cocktail hour and reception to follow.