Lisa & Nihir
Celebrating Hindu & Catholic Traditions
Friday, March 27, 2026
Hindu Ceremony
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
We would love to see you in festive Indian dress or cocktail attire! For Indian clothing ideas, please see the websites below. The bride will wear traditional red, which symbolizes love, but ALL bright, jewel toned colors are encouraged!
In Hindu tradition, a wedding is a sacred event. The auspicious time, or Muhurat, is a special window of time determined by a priest. The belief is that starting the ceremony at this precise time maximizes positive cosmic energies, ensuring the marriage begins on the most harmonious and prosperous note possible. The groom's entrance is a festive procession known as the Baraat. The groom and guests dance to lively music on their way to the wedding venue, where the bride's family awaits them. It is accompanied by loud, celebratory music. The Baraat will take place on Monroe street. The Hindu ceremony will be held in The Empire Room. There is a grand staircase leading directly from the lobby. Details about specific rituals and significance will be in the Hindu ceremony program. https://www.kalkifashion.com https://glamourental.com/collections/women https://www.andaazfashion.com/men
Sangeet/Garba
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
Indian dress or cocktail attire.
Located in The Red Lacquer Room, our Sangeet/Garba will be a festive gathering after the ceremony with vibrant colors, entertainment, and food. There will be music and an open dance floor for all guests to enjoy! Sangeet means "sung together" and refers to a musical evening. Garba is a traditional folk dance that originates from Gujarat, a region in India. An Indian/International buffet will feature Butter Chicken, Paneer, Pasta, Sliders, Gulab Jamun and much more!
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Catholic Ceremony
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
1500 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Black tie optional.
The Catholic wedding ceremony for us as an interfaith couple will consist of scripture readings, a homily from Fr. Dan Macalinao, vows, and a blessing. The ceremony does not contain the Liturgy of the Eucharist as it traditionally does during the Order of Celebrating within the mass.
Reception
6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
76 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60601
Black tie optional.
Cocktail hour will be held in the Library, located on the 8th floor. At 7:00 PM, we will invite all guests into Cathedral Hall, located on the 9th floor, for dinner and dancing. Notes: A quiet area will be available for guests who wish to relax and chat away from the main celebration.