Sikh Wedding Wedding Checklist

Book Gurdwara for Anand Karaj

Reserve the Gurdwara and confirm availability of the Granthi and Ragi Jatha for the ceremony.

Arrange Ragi Jatha (Musicians)

Book professional Ragi musicians who can perform the Lavaan and Shabad Kirtan during the ceremony.

Plan Milni Ceremony

Coordinate with both families to pair male relatives for the garland exchange.

Order Bridal Lehenga / Salwar Kameez

Order or commission the bride's traditional red or maroon wedding outfit with gold embroidery.

Order Groom's Sherwani and Turban

Order the groom's traditional Sherwani suit and matching wedding turban (Pagri/Sehra).

Book Mehndi Artist

Hire a professional henna artist for the Mehndi ceremony.

Arrange Choora Bangles and Kalire

Coordinate with the bride's maternal uncle to purchase the Choora bangles and Kalire.

Prepare Rumala Sahib

Arrange for decorative Rumala Sahib (cloth coverings for Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji) to present at the Gurdwara.

Confirm Palla (Ceremonial Scarf)

Ensure the saffron or red palla scarf is ready for the Lavaan ceremony.

Prepare Karah Prasad

Arrange for fresh Karah Prasad to be prepared with proper Gurbani recitation.

Prepare Milni Garlands

Have flower garlands ready for all paired relatives in the Milni ceremony.

Confirm Langar Arrangements

Verify the community meal is arranged with the Gurdwara kitchen or caterers.

Confirm Dhol Player for Baraat

Ensure the Dhol drummer is confirmed for the groom's procession arrival.

Book Reception Venue

Reserve a banquet hall or venue for the evening reception with space for Bhangra dancing.

Book DJ or Live Band

Hire entertainment for the reception, preferably familiar with Punjabi and Bollywood music.

Arrange Reception Catering

Book caterers for a Punjabi-style dinner with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.