Schedule
Friday, May 29, 2026
Haldi
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
14903 S Center St, #109, Plainfield, IL 60544
Attire: Yellows/Oranges/Bright Colors. Please refer to the "What to Wear" page on our website for attire guidance.
By Direct Invitation Only For out of town guests invited to the Haldi, we will provide transportation from the city to Plainfield. No need to rent a car! The word haldi means turmeric in Hindi, and it’s also the name of a traditional Indian wedding ceremony where a paste made of turmeric, oil, and water is applied to the bride and groom’s skin. This ritual is believed to bless the couple and bring a radiant glow before the big day. Lunch will be provided. Ladies, if you’d like to get henna, we’ll have several talented artists at the event so you can take part in this pre-wedding tradition.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Baraat
9:30 am - 10:30 am
433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607
Attire: Come dressed in Indian Formal! The ceremony will take place soon after.
The Baraat is a celebratory parade for the groom on his wedding day. It's a big party with all guests, where attendees show how excited they are for the groom. This event marks the start of the wedding day celebrations. This is an outdoor event and we will gather outside of The Old Post Office. Please be sure to navigate to the Van Buren side of the Old Post Office and look for the steps on the front side of the building! We will gather in the courtyard just beside the venue. If you are parking in the garage navigate to: 404 W Harrison Street Chicago, IL 60607. For more info visit: https://post433.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Directions-to-Parking-Garage-v2.pdf
Wedding Ceremony
10:30 am - 11:30 am
433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607
Attire: Indian Formal. Please refer to the "What to Wear" page on our website for attire guidance.
The ceremony will begin directly after the Baraat. Our wedding ceremony will be a traditional Hindu ceremony. Please be sure to navigate to the Van Buren side of the Old Post Office -- look for the steps on the front side of the building. If you are parking in the garage navigate to: 404 W Harrison Street Chicago, IL 60607. For more info visit: https://post433.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Directions-to-Parking-Garage-v2.pdf
Post Ceremony Refreshments
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607
We’ll have light bites and refreshments on the rooftop of The Old Post Office immediately following the ceremony. The rooftop has both indoor and outdoor spaces for you to gather.
Wedding Reception
Sat, May 30, 2026, 6:00 pm - Sun, May 31, 2026, 12:00 am
433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607
Attire: Black-Tie or Indian Formal. Please refer to the "What to Wear" page on our website for attire.
Cocktail hour begins at 6 PM in The Telegram Lounge on the second floor of The Old Post Office. We'll move downstairs to The Historic Lobby at 7 PM. Come ready to eat, dance, drink, and celebrate the night with us! Please be sure to navigate to the Van Buren side of the Old Post Office -- look for the steps on the front side of the building. If you are parking in the garage navigate to: 404 W Harrison Street Chicago, IL 60607. For more info visit: https://post433.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Directions-to-Parking-Garage-v2.pdf
Sunday, May 31, 2026
After Party
12:00 am - 3:00 am
661 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
