Jessie & Arthik

Jessie & Arthik

August 8, 2025 • Chantilly, VA
95 Days To Go!
Jessie & Arthik

Jessie & Arthik

August 8, 2025 • Chantilly, VA
95 Days To Go!

Events

The Sangeet

Date & Time

Thursday, August 7th | 5:30 pm


Location

White's Ferry Manor

42476 Whites Ferry Rd, Leesburg, VA 20176


A Sangeet is a pre-wedding celebration full of music, dancing, and joy, where family and friends from both sides come together to kick off the wedding festivities. Traditionally, the event includes lively dance performances by loved ones, all in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. The night is all about celebrating the couple and their families, with lots of energy, laughter, and excitement as everyone joins in to dance and enjoy the festivities. Expect a night of vibrant colors, delicious food, and a celebration of love and togetherness!


What to wear

Traditional Indian attire or cocktail attire

The Baraat

Date & Time

Friday, August 8th | 9:15 am


Location

Meet at the parking lot at Westfields Marriott

14750 Conference Center Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151


A Baraat is a joyful and lively procession marking the groom's entrance to the wedding ceremony. Traditionally, the groom arrives in style, often on a horse or decorated car, accompanied by his family and friends who dance, sing, and celebrate along the way. It's an exciting event filled with music and dancing as everyone gathers around to welcome the groom in a fun and energetic celebration before he meets the bride. Expect lots of energy, vibrant colors, and an unforgettable start to the wedding day!

The Hindu Ceremony

Date & Time

Friday, August 8th | Immediately following the Baraat


Location

Washingtonian Ballroom, Westfields Marriott

14750 Conference Center Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151


A Telugu Indian wedding ceremony is a vibrant and meaningful event filled with rituals and traditions that symbolize the joining of two families. Rooted in the Telugu culture of southern India, this ceremony includes a series of sacred customs, mantras, and blessings led by a priest to honor the couple’s new journey together. You can expect beautiful floral decorations, symbolic rituals like the exchange of garlands, the tying of the mangalsutra (sacred necklace), and other traditions that mark the bond between the bride and groom, all in an atmosphere of love, celebration, and family.


What to wear

Traditional Indian attire or cocktail attire

The American Ceremony

Date & Time

Friday, August 8th | 5:30 pm


Location

Outside terrace at Westfields Marriott

14750 Conference Center Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151


The American wedding ceremony will take place on the beautiful terrace at the Westfields Marriott, offering a picturesque outdoor setting as we exchange vows.


Immediately following the American ceremony will be the cocktail hour and reception.


What to wear

Formal attire

Cocktail hour & Reception

Time

6:00 pm


Location

Cocktail hour: Rotunda outside the Washingtonian Ballroom

Reception: Washingtonian Ballroom