Hindu Wedding Ceremony
Jul 1
2023
HARD ROCK HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA
Hacienda Beach
Indian Celebration Reception
Jul 1
2023
HARD ROCK HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA
Maracas Terrace
Events are private
Please Log inThe word Sangeet translates to ‘sung together’ from Sanskrit. It's a celebratory event that marks the union of not only the couple but the bonding of both families. You can expect music, dancing, food, drinks and traditional henna tattooing (called mehndi). Everyone is invited to join!
Casual: While there is no strict dress code for this event, we do encourage the following:
-Bright colors (think pastels)
-Light, flowy garments you can comfortably dance and stay cool in (for women think skirts / dresses; for men polos, casual button ups, etc. and shorts)
If you would like to dress in traditional Indian outfits, you can refer to the following links to start your search:
Historically, the idea of the baraat was born when people would go from one town to another to get married. The groom, decked in traditional Indian finery and seated on a ceremonial horse, and his baraat (a term used to refer to the groom’s family and friends) would travel to the bride’s hometown for the wedding.
The baraat is meant to bring the groom to the wedding venue with much pomp and fervor. This is one of the highlights of the wedding day, and all guests who are excited to see the groom's journey to meet his bride are welcome to join the procession. Get ready for lots of music and dancing!
This will be a traditional Hindu religious ceremony which is presided over by a pandit (Hindu priest).
Length: The ceremony will last approximately 1.5 - 2 hours and will likely take place indoors, but we will confirm this as we get closer to the event.
Semi-formal: Indian, Indo-Western or Western attire are all acceptable.
Note: Wedding will take place on the beach. Sandals and wedges are welcome for the ceremony.
The Knot (Indian clothing examples)
A note about colors:
-Avoid the color red as this is typically reserved for the bride.
-Avoid white dominant attire as this is typically worn at funerals in Indian culture
-It's also encouraged to avoid wearing black attire.