Schedule
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Mehndi
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
205 Castle Hayne Drive, Cary, NC 27519
A joyful gathering where the bride, family, and friends have intricate henna designs applied to their hands and a great opportunity for guests to mingle in a casual environment to kick off our wedding weekend! You are welcome to wear either semiformal Indian or American clothing, preferably colorful! Please wear shoes you are comfortable walking on grass in.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Grah Shanti
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
205 Castle Hayne Drive, Cary, NC 27519
Before the wedding ceremonies begin, we'll be gathering with our families for a Grah Shanti ceremony, a meaningful Gujarati tradition that celebrates blessings, positivity, and a happy start to married life through prayers, rituals, and time spent together with loved ones! This event will be followed by lunch and Haldi! You are welcome to wear either semiformal Indian or American clothing, preferably colorful since Haldi will follow. Please wear shoes you are comfortable walking on grass in.
Haldi
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
205 Castle Hayne Dr, Cary, NC 27519
Join us for a traditional ceremony where turmeric paste is applied to the bride and groom to bring them protection, good luck, and glowing skin as they begin their married life! Please wear bright colors and shoes you are comfortable walking on grass in.
Sangeet
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
212 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
An energetic evening of Indian/Gujurati dancing, usually in circles that get bigger (and faster) as the night goes on. Don’t worry if you don’t know the steps, we’ll teach you! Please wear light-weight, colorful American or Indian semiformal attire that you can dance in!
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Hindu Ceremony
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1001 Lipscomb Grove Church Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278
The Groom’s Baraat or procession will start at 9am, followed by our Hindu wedding ceremony, performed through rituals and blessings passed down from generations honoring family and commitment. You are welcome to wear formal American or Indian attire! Please keep in mind the ceremony will take place outdoors.
Civil Ceremony & Reception
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
1001 Lipscomb Grove Church Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278
A non-religious ceremony where we’ll exchange vows and rings in a heartfelt, simple, and sweet celebration. Following this ceremony, join us for cocktail hour, dinner representing both of our cultures, dancing, and celebrating our marriage with our dearest friends and family! This event is black tie optional. Please feel free to wear formal American or Indian attire and keep in mind the ceremony will take place outside.
