Schedule
Thursday, February 19, 2026
✴︎ Haldi ✴︎
9:30 am
Gandipet, TS 500075, India
The theme of this event is citrus haldi colors (Yellow, Orange, White, Cream) - since we are playing holi as well please plan fits accordingly.
The Haldi ceremony is a pre-wedding ritual in Indian weddings, especially popular in Hindu traditions, where a paste made of turmeric (haldi) is applied to the bride and groom. This ceremony is believed to purify the couple, bring good luck, and ward off evil spirits, while also giving them a radiant glow for their big day! This event is going to be a time of absolute fun, get ready to get dirty!
✴︎ Mehendi ✴︎
6:00 pm
Gandipet, TS 500075, India
Get ready to dance the night away as part of this Moroccan themed Mehendi ceremony!
The Mehendi ceremony, is a pre-wedding celebration in South Asian cultures, particularly prominent in Indian weddings. It involves the application of henna, a natural dye, in intricate designs on the bride's hands and feet. This ceremony is a joyful occasion that symbolizes love, prosperity, and good luck for the couple.
Friday, February 20, 2026
✴︎ Cocktail ✴︎
6:00 pm
Gandipet, TS 500075, India
This event is a glitz and glam masquerade with flowing drinks and dances! We'd recommend dressing to the nines with tuxedos and dresses!
The cocktail is a vibrant pre-wedding celebration similar to the sangeet in Indian weddings, particularly popular in North India. It's a musical and dance-filled event where both families come together to celebrate the upcoming union with songs, dances, and performances. This event will include a few choreographed dances by family and friends, live music, and delicious food, creating a joyful and lively atmosphere.
Saturday, February 21, 2026
✴︎ Pellikuthuru ✴︎
11:00 am
Narsingi, C2601, Hyderabad, TS 500075, India
This event is more traditional, please let Thanvi know if you have any questions on attire.
The Pellikuthuru ceremony is a pre-wedding ritual in Telugu weddings, similar to the Haldi ceremony in North Indian weddings. It involves applying a paste of turmeric and other ingredients to the bride (and groom in the parallel Pelli Koduku ceremony) to purify and bless them before the wedding. The ceremony is a joyous occasion filled with family, friends, traditional music, and blessings. This event typically happens for just girls!
Sunday, February 22, 2026
✴︎ Wedding ✴︎
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kothwalguda, Hyderabad, Telangana 501218, India
This is the big day! Would appreciate traditional Indian clothing for the ceremony but if it's not possible, consider this the black tie event so suits for men and dresses for women
This ceremony involves a series of rituals that symbolize the merging of two souls, the joining of two families, and the commitment to a shared journey through life and beyond.