The Complete Punjabi Wedding Planning Guide
Published February 2026
Punjabi weddings are a spectacle of colour, music, and unbridled hospitality. From the formal Roka ceremony to the emotional Vidaai, each moment is choreographed to create maximum joy.
Pre-Wedding Ceremonies
Roka: Formal engagement commitment, typically intimate (20–50 guests). Chunni Ceremony: The groom's family presents the bride with a dupatta and gifts. Mehendi & Sangeet: Often combined into a lavish 2-day celebration with dhol players and professional choreography.
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The Sikh wedding ceremony takes place in the Gurdwara and involves four Lavans (circumambulations of the Guru Granth Sahib). Lasts 1–2 hours and is spiritually profound.
Budget
Punjabi weddings in Chandigarh or Delhi for 500 guests typically range ₹30L–₹1Cr+. In Toronto or Vancouver, expect CA$60,000–CA$150,000. Our AI budget tool has Punjabi wedding templates built in. Start planning →
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