Sikh Wedding Checklist

Book Gurdwara for Anand Karaj

Reserve the Gurdwara and confirm that the Granthi and the Ragi Jatha are available 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

Work with both families to pair up 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 or Sehra).

Book Mehndi Artist

Hire a professional henna artist for the Mehndi ceremony.

Arrange Choora Bangles and Kalire

Work with the bride's maternal uncle to buy the Choora bangles and Kalire.

Prepare Rumala Sahib

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

Confirm Palla (Ceremonial Scarf)

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

Prepare Karah Prasad

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

Prepare Milni Garlands

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

Confirm Langar Arrangements

Check that the community meal is arranged with the Gurdwara kitchen or with caterers.

Confirm Dhol Player for Baraat

Confirm the dhol drummer for the groom's procession on arrival.

Book Reception Venue

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

Book DJ or Live Band

Hire entertainment for the reception, ideally someone who knows Punjabi and Bollywood music.

Arrange Reception Catering

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