Schedule
Friday, August 5, 2022
Sangeet - Festive Indian Dance Party
Fri, Aug 5, 2022, 7:00 pm - Sat, Aug 6, 2022, 12:00 am
The Sangeet party is a pre-wedding festive dance party & celebration. The event will be held in an indoor-outdoor venue and Indian buffet-style dinner will be provided. Our DJ will be spinning Bollywood and Bhangra tunes, so bring your dance shoes! Attire: Women should wear sparkly and colorful dresses OR an Indian "lengha" or "anarkali" dress. Men should wear smart-casual or summer cocktail attire OR an Indian "kurta-pajama" or “sherwani” outfit. Readymade Indian attire can be purchased at your local Indian garment store or can be ordered online 2 months in advance. A few suggestions in Chicago include Sahil, Studio Elite and Studio East. Here are a few trusted online vendors: Pernia's Pop Up: https://www.perniaspopupshop.com/ Kalki Fashion: https://www.kalkifashion.com/ Lashkaraa: https://www.lashkaraa.com/ Utsav Fashion: https://www.utsavfashion.com/men/kurta-pajama Holi Chic by Megha: https://www.holichicbymegha.com/
Saturday, August 6, 2022
Other
10:00 am - 10:45 am
The Baraat is a traditional wedding procession. The groom along with this family and friends have a festive procession towards the wedding venue. This event will be held on Illinois Street, next to the Intercontinental Hotel. The wedding procession is festive and includes dancing & music. Please join the groom to make this a joyful event!
Anand Karj - Sikh Wedding Ceremony
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
505 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
The Anand Karj is a traditional Sikh religious wedding ceremony that immediately follows the Baraat. The ceremony will be held in the Intercontinental Ballroom. Sikh religious venues require guests to cover their heads and to sit on the floor, as a sign of respect. Head coverings will be provided, along with a combination of comfortable floor seating and chairs for those who do not wish to sit on the floor. Schedule: 10:30am - 11:30am: Baraat, Wedding Procession 11:30am - 12:30pm: Anand Karj, Religious Wedding Ceremony 12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch (no alcohol or meat to be served) Women should wear long dresses covering their legs or a traditional Indian “Anarkali” or “Punjabi suit.” Women should plan to bring a shawl or scarf to cover their heads. You are welcome to wear sleeveless tops. Men should wear a suit, slacks and dress shirts with a blazer being optional or a traditional Indian “kurta-pajama” or “sherwani” outfit. Scarves will be provided for head coverings.
Reception
Sat, Aug 6, 2022, 6:00 pm - Sun, Aug 7, 2022, 12:00 am
505 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Black-Tie or Formal Indian
Time for the Reception! Feel free to wear formal attire of your choice. The Reception is a more traditional "American" style event with assigned seating and sit-down meals.
Sunday, August 7, 2022
Lake Michigan Yacht Cruise
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 60611
Join us for a beautiful summer Yacht Cruise on Lake Michigan. The yacht will be departing from Navy Pier, which is just a 10 minute walk from the Intercontinental Hotel.