Mehndi (Henna) Evening

Thu
Feb 25
2027
7:00 pm
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La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037
United States

Haldi

Fri
Feb 26
2027
10:00 am
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La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037
United States

Sangeet

Fri
Feb 26
2027
7:00 pm
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La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037
United States

Wedding Ceremony

Sat
Feb 27
2027
10:00 am
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La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037
United States

Cocktail Hour & Reception

Sat
Feb 27
2027
6:00 pm
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La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Arriving early? Join us Thursday for a Mehndi evening — a pre-wedding welcome celebration where guests can get intricate henna designs applied! This is an intimate, relaxed gathering for those already in town. Please RSVP if you plan to attend.

Dress Code

Festive Casual Attire

Directions & Map

Already in town Friday morning? Join us for a Haldi celebration — a joyful Indian pre-wedding ritual where turmeric paste is applied to the bride and groom to bless them before the wedding. It's colorful, it's chaotic, and it's one of the most fun traditions of the weekend. Fair warning: you might get turmeric on you! Please RSVP if you plan to attend.

Dress Code

Yellow or orange colors are recommended!

Directions & Map

Join us Friday evening for the Sangeet — a traditional Indian pre-wedding celebration filled with music & dancing. Think of it as our wedding eve party. Guests are invited to watch or join in on choreographed dances, enjoy great food, and celebrate with family and friends from both sides. No experience required!

Dress Code

Festive Attire — Indian dress encouraged, vibrant colors welcome

Directions & Map

The morning kicks off with a Baraat — a traditional Indian groom's procession filled with upbeat music, dancing, and celebration as Rahul makes his way to the ceremony. We welcome all guests to join the procession as we parade down Prospect Street. Rahul and McKensie will then exchange vows in a traditional Hindu ceremony on the back lawn of La Valencia.

Dress Code

Indian Formal OR Summer Cocktail Attire

Directions & Map

Following the ceremony, join us for cocktails on the terrace before we move into the reception — an evening of dinner, toasts, and dancing to close out the weekend in style

Dress Code

Black Tie OR Indian Formal

Directions & Map