Schedule of Events
NOTE: All dates are final, but the times listed here may shift by a few hours. Hindu tradition dictates ceremonies take place at certain times that are astrologically auspicious, and those times have not yet been decided. We will have the schedule finalized roughly a month in advance.
Cocktail Party
Date: December 11, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm IST
Address*: The Bengal Club, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal 700071, India
*NOTE: We recommend copying the entire address (including The Bengal Club) into your preferred maps app to ensure accurate directions.
Gaye Holud (Turmeric Spreading on Bride + Groom)
Date: December 14, 2024
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm IST
Address: Princeton Club, 26, Prince Anwar Shah Rd, Badam Talla, Tollygunge, Kolkata, West Bengal 700033, India
This is the ritual of anointing the bride and groom with a paste made from raw turmeric root. While this is common to many parts of India, Gaye Holud is the specific ritual in West Bengal. Gaye Holud literally translates to “turmeric on the body.” This symbolizes the first physical proximity between the new couple, since traditionally, it was entirely possible for the bride and the groom to have met for the first time on their wedding day.
You are welcome to attend but are not required to. Dress for this event is casual, and you will need to return to your hotel after to change prior to the Ceremony and Reception.
After, a light lunch will be provided if you wish to stay.
Wedding Ceremony + Reception
Date: December 14, 2024
Time: 7:00 pm IST - TBD
Address: Princeton Club, 26, Prince Anwar Shah Rd, Badam Talla, Tollygunge, Kolkata, West Bengal 700033, India
The ceremony and the reception will be held at the same venue. After the ceremony is over, someone will make an announcement about where guests can go to begin the reception.