Traditional Indian weddings are multi-day affairs. Although condensed, our wedding day will be longer than what some guests are accustomed to. Here’s a brief overview of the day: Saturday Morning - Hindu Ceremony - The Kimmel Center The ceremony will start promptly at 9:30 am and last about two hours. A lunch buffet with South Indian and American options will follow. If possible, guests are encouraged to rest as much as possible between events. Saturday Evening - Vow Exchange and Reception - Water Works A quick exchange of vows will be followed by cocktails, dinner, and dancing.
W Philadelphia is our host hotel for the weekend. Blocks of rooms have been reserved for our guests at both the W and connected Element as well at the nearby Kimpton Hotel Palomar. Please refer to the Accommodations section of the website for links to the hotel blocks. Staying at or near the W or Element allows for easy access to event transportation. Other nearby hotels include: Kimpton Hotel Palomar 117 South 17th Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 (215) 563-5006 Philadelphia Marriott Downtown 1201 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 (215) 625-2900 Ritz-Carlton 10 Ave Of The Arts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102 United States (215) 523-8000 Loews 1200 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 (215) 627-1200
Transportation between the W and event venues has been arranged.
Parking at (or near) the W The W Hotel Valet Parking Daily rate (8am - 5pm): $36 / day 24 hour rate: $60 / night Kimpton Hotel Palomar Valet Parking Daily rate: $36 / day 24 hour rate: $57 / night InterPark Parking 114 South 15th Street 24 hour rate: $42 / night Midtown Garage 1415 Sansom Street 24 hour rate: $50 / night LAZ Parking at the Wanamaker Garage / Macy's 88 South 13th Street 24 hour rate: $30 / night Parking at The Kimmel Center Kimmel Center Garage 300 South Broad Street Located just south of the Broad Street entrance to the building and can only be accessed by cars traveling south on Broad Street. Parking at Water Works There will be free valet parking at the Water Works.
A light breakfast will be available at the Kimmel Center starting at 8:15 AM. The ceremony will begin at 9:30 AM.
Suggested attire is provided but your comfort is what matters most to us. Hindu Wedding Ceremony What you would wear to a daytime wedding or religious service. Bright or light colors are highly encouraged. Black, white, and red are typically avoided. For more details visit: https://www.theknot.com/content/what-to-wear-indian-wedding Evening Reception Formal / Black tie optional. Think suits or tuxes, midi cocktail dresses or gowns.
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