Vickie & Santosh
Our Events
Thursday, October 3, 2024
MEHENDI & Pre Wedding Party
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Nepali Traditional or Vibrant Colorful Cocktail attire
Please join the bride and groom for a pre-party gathering at their place. The main focus of the event is the application of Mehendi (henna) design for the bride. Guests (men and women) will have the opportunity to have henna applied on their hands between 4-7pm.
Friday, October 4, 2024
VIETNAMESE TEA CEREMONY then brunch
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
238 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01840
Vietnamese Áo Dài or Cocktail Attire
Vietnamese tradition, Groom's family would bring gifts in red containers to the bride's family home, placing in front of ancestral altar. Representatives from each family introduce the couple to ancestors, informing them of their upcoming nuptials. After, the couple prays in front of altar to ask ancestors for approval and blessings for their marriage. Then, the couple serve tea to parents and elders to honor and thank them for everything they've done for the couple. TiarNepali Traditional Wear for later.
JANTI followed by NEPALI CEREMONY
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
238 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01840
Nepali Attire (saree/lehenga) or Cocktail Attire
The Groom is led to the marriage venue in a procession known as the Janti. This celebratory wedding tradition involves upbeat music and dancing as the Groom makes his way through the procession. Traditionally the Groom's family and friends lead the celebration, but we request all wedding guests join in on the fun! Following the Janti, the wedding ceremony will take place. It's steeped in tradition and rituals that date back thousands of years. The various steps will be described as the priest recites prayers to bless the couple's union. Dinner will be served afterwards.
Saturday, October 5, 2024
WEDDING Ceremony
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
238 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01840
Dress to Impress Traditional Wear or Formal Attire
Wedding ceremony starts at 3:30pm sharp! Please plan to arrive by 3:15pm to ensure you have time to park and take your seat prior to the ceremony. Directly after the ceremony, guests will proceed into Cocktail Hour.
RECEPTION
Sat, Oct 5, 2024, 5:30 pm - Sun, Oct 6, 2024, 12:00 am
238 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01840
Dress to Impress Traditional Wear or Formal Attire
Dinner, Drinks, and Dancing!