11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Mehndi Celebration – Women Only! Sorry boys, this one’s just for the ladies! 💛 Whether you choose Indian attire or American, we encourage vibrant, warm colors—think saris, lehengas, or colorful jumpsuits. Let’s make it bright, festive, and full of fun! The Mehndi ceremony is a joyful pre-wedding celebration centered around the application of intricate henna designs on the bride’s hands and feet. Henna is a natural plant-based dye and symbolizes beauty, joy, and new beginnings in marriage. This event is relaxed and festive, with music, food, and time for guests to socialize. Guests may also have the opportunity to receive small henna designs if they wish.
6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Indian Traditional Attire OR Formal Attire
Sangeet The Sangeet is a lively evening of music, dancing, and celebration bringing together both families and friends before the wedding. Traditionally, families perform choreographed dances and musical performances to celebrate the couple’s story and union. Think of it as a festive celebration full of energy, laughter, and community—comfortable attire and dancing shoes are highly encouraged!
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Indian Traditional Attire OR Cocktail Attire
The Barat is the groom’s celebratory wedding procession to the ceremony venue. Accompanied by music, dancing, and family and friends, the groom makes his grand entrance to meet the bride and her family. Guests are encouraged to join the procession and celebrate alongside the groom—it’s a joyful, high-energy tradition symbolizing the coming together of two families.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Pheras are the central wedding ritual in a traditional Hindu ceremony. The couple walks together in circles around a sacred fire, each round representing vows and promises they make to one another for their marriage, including love, respect, prosperity, and lifelong partnership. The fire symbolizes purity and serves as a witness to their union. This ritual formally solemnizes the marriage.
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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10:15 pm - 10:30 pm