Haldi is a ceremony leading up to the wedding. It is celebrated on the wedding day or one day prior to the wedding day. Family and friends come together on this auspicious occasion to apply turmeric paste (haldi) on the bride and groom's face and body. This is intended to bring “glow” to the bride and groom’s skin. The occasion is celebrated with dhol (drum beats), Bollywood songs and endless dancing. The haldi portion will end with some playful water dumps on the bride ad groom.

Mehndi (you may know this as henna) is a form of temporary hand tattoos. Mehndi artists apply intricate designs to the the palms using mehdni cones. The designs lasts for about ~1-2 weeks depending on how long the mehndi sits on the palm before it is washed off.

Suggested Attire: Please wear yellow casual Indian wear.

Come join us for cocktails and dinner and without-doubt the best part of any Indian wedding—Sangeet Night. This is where friends and family will sing and show you their best dances.

Suggested Attire: Semi-formal Indian Party Wear (go for color!)

Kicking off the wedding ceremony with a joyous and very loud parade through the streets with Marcus. Marcus and all wedding guests will promptly meet at (LOCATION TBD) to begin the baraat. The baraat is the wedding procession where the groom travels to his bride and the bride’s family welcomes the groom into the family. This is meant to be a fun, dancing in the streets type event.

Following the baraat, the ceremony will begin. The ceremony and customs will be translated to English. Cocktail hour and reception will proceed.