NOVEMBER 27–30 · TAMPA BAY
Six celebrations. Four days. A lifetime of memories.
Below, you’ll find the timing, location, attire, food, and important instructions for each event. Please RSVP as soon as you can so we know when we’ll have the joy of celebrating with you.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM · 2026
Engagement Ceremony
Private residence · Ybor City, Tampa
We begin our wedding weekend with a Telugu engagement ceremony and ring exchange, surrounded by our families and friends.
Vegetarian & non-vegetarian lunch
Indoor celebration. Everyone invited to the full weekend is welcome.
5:00 – 11:00 PM · 2026
Cocktail Party
JyoHas Farms · Zephyrhills, Florida
An evening of music, family performances, dinner, and plenty of dancing to celebrate our wedding weekend. The Sangeet is a joyful celebration that brings our families and friends together before the wedding ceremony. Come ready for an evening of laughter, memorable performances, and a full dance floor.
Formal Western · suits & gowns
Women: please avoid pink. Men: please avoid grey suits.Vegetarian & non-vegetarian dinner · alcohol & mocktails
Outdoors. Choose grass-friendly shoes and bring a light layer.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM · 2026
Turmeric Ceremony
Private residence · Ybor City, Tampa
Haldi is one of the most cheerful traditions of the wedding weekend. Turmeric, blessings, laughter, and a little happy mess. During the ceremony, turmeric paste is applied to the bride and groom by family and friends as a blessing for happiness, protection, and an auspicious beginning.
Festive yellow Indian attire · Western yellow outfits welcome
Please avoid every shade of pink.Vegetarian lunch · alcohol-free
Backyard celebration. Turmeric may stain; wear something you can enjoy the moment in.
3:00 – 5:00 PM · 2026
Groom & Bride Blessing Ceremonies
Private residence · Ybor City, Tampa
Pellikoduku and Pellikuthuru are Telugu pre-wedding ceremonies that prepare and bless the groom and bride for marriage. Surrounded by family and friends, we will take part in rituals guided by our elders as we prepare for the wedding ceremony the following day.
Traditional or festive Indian · Western semi-formal welcome
All colors are welcome.Vegetarian refreshments · alcohol-free
Indoor ceremony. Shoes may need to be removed near the ritual area.
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 2026
Wedding Ceremony
The Gathering Table · Plant City, Florida
Join us beneath the mandap for our Telugu Hindu wedding ceremony. Through sacred rituals, family blessings, and the promises we make to one another, we will begin married life surrounded by the people we love. A simple English ceremony guide will be available so guests attending a Telugu wedding for the first time can follow the meaning of the major rituals.
Please arrive by 9:30 AM and be seated before the Muhurtham rituals.
5024 Gallagher Road, Plant City, FL 33565
Open in MapsIndian formal or formal Western
Please avoid orange, red, white, and ivory.Vegetarian meal following the ceremony · alcohol-free
Outdoor, unplugged ceremony. Please put phones and cameras away and leave the photographs to our photographer.
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 2026
Sacred Prayer
Hindu Temple of Florida · Tampa, Florida
A prayer of gratitude and blessings for harmony, prosperity, and the life we will build together.
Modest Indian attire preferred
Covered shoulders and long pants, skirts, or dresses.Vegetarian meal · alcohol not permitted
Remove shoes before entering temple halls. Follow temple photography guidance. Plan ahead for hotel checkout.