Friday
October 18th, 2024
Sangeet
LOCATION
Mount Palomar Winery
33820 Rancho California Rd., Temecula, CA 92591
Event Attire
Indian attire is encouraged or semi-formal attire. Please see our Event Attire page for more information.
Cocktail Hour | 6 PM
Sangeet Program | 7 PM to 10 PM
The Sangeet is a festive and vibrant pre-wedding celebration where friends and family come together for a lively gathering, creating unforgettable memories before the wedding festivities commence.
Dinner will be served at 7pm, and the Sangeet program will commence shortly thereafter at 7:30pm. Bring your best dance moves and come join us on the open dance floor after!
Saturday
October 19th, 2024
Wedding Ceremony
LOCATION
Mount Palomar Winery
33820 Rancho California Rd., Temecula, CA 92591
Event Attire
Indian attire is encouraged or formal attire.
Please see our Event Attire page for more information.
Baraat | 2:45 PM
Please arrive by 2:30 PM. Our wedding day will begin with a grand entrance of the groom called the Baraat where the groom, together with his family and wedding guests, will parade towards the entrance of the wedding venue amidst live music and dancing.
Hindu Ceremony | 3:35 PM
Following the Baraat, the Hindu Ceremony will take place where the bride will make her grand entrance.
Cocktail Hour | 4:30 PM
Exchange of Vows | 6 PM
Reception & Dinner | 6:30 PM
Afterparty | 10 PM to 1 AM
Refill your drinks after the Reception Dinner and join us in the Barrel Room for the Afterparty (where the real party begins!)
Fly into Southern California, then drive into Temecula.
Temecula is located in Southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego, surrounded by four major airports: San Diego, Ontario, Orange County, and Los Angeles.
We recommend renting a car for the weekend after you land at the airport. Please kindly note that traffic throughout San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles can be heavy and unpredictable. Consider checking departure time traffic on Google or Apple maps when planning your commute between airports and Temecula.
Airport Options
57 miles from Temecula
Approx. 1 to 1.5 hour drive
***highly recommended option
66 miles from Temecula
Approx. 1 to 2 hour drive
*smaller airport with limited flights
92 miles from Temecula
Approx. 2 to 3 hour drive
*least recommended option
Hotel Options
Below are a couple hotel options where we have room blocks available at discounted rates.
Staybridge Suites Temecula - Wine Country, an IHG Hotel
Please book your reservation online via the booking link below by
10:00 PM PST on September 17, 2024.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Temecula Valley Wine Country
Please book your reservation by phone using the phone number listed in the document linked below by September 17, 2024.
We’ve included some other hotel options below. We don’t have any room blocks at these hotels so feel free to book whenever you would like. Just remember that Temecula is a popular destination – don’t wait too long!
3-star hotel | 98 rooms | $
Distance from venue:
6 miles | 15 to 20 min. drive
3-star hotel | 104 rooms | $$
Distance from venue:
6 miles | 15 to 20 min. drive
4-star hotel | 132 rooms | $$$
Distance from venue:
1.8 miles | 6 min. drive
Temecula is known for its picturesque vineyards and wineries, particularly in the Temecula Valley Wine Country.
The region offers a blend of suburban and rural landscapes, featuring hot air balloon rides, golf courses, and the historic Old Town Temecula with its charming shops and restaurants.
Explore
Take the elevator to the skies and experience unforgettable sunrise views.
Step back in time to the Wild Wild West, featuring antique shops, farm-to-table dining, live music,
and more!
World’s first chocolate shoppe and petting zoo.
#1 casino in California. Experience the excitement of Vegas in Temecula.
Farmer’s Market (Old Town Temecula)
Every Saturday, 8:00am - 12:30pm
Eat
Farm-to-table. Good for brunch.
Thin crust pizzas. Good for lunch or dinner.
Best empanadas in town. Good for lunch.
Casual yet elevated modern bistro. Good for lunch or dinner.
Anna’s favorite ramen spot in LA recently opened in Temecula! Good for dinner.
Drink
Over 50 wineries to visit. From boutique to large-production, rustic to modern.
Sample local IPAs, stouts, lagers, pilsners, and more at brewery-based tasting rooms.
Speakeasy cocktail bar.
Speakeasy bar with prohibition style cocktails.
Local bar featuring country music, mechanical bulls, and line dancing.
Temecula Valley enjoys welcoming weather year-round, often characterized as a Mediterranean climate.
The valley's general weather pattern consists of morning mist, warm midday sun, cooling afternoon ocean breezes, and cooler nights.
October Average Daytime High | October Average Nighttime Low |
85 F / 28 C | 52 F / 11 C |
Sangeet Attire (Friday, October 18th)
Everyone is encouraged to wear traditional Indian or semi-formal attire.
The Sangeet is a colorful event that involves a lot of dancing, so come in any jazzy outfit that you love! Please keep in mind that the Sangeet will be outside throughout the entire evening, so we recommend bringing a light outer layer.
Wedding Ceremony Attire (Saturday, October 19th)
Everyone is encouraged to wear traditional Indian or formal attire.
The overall vibe will be slightly more formal than the Sangeet. Please keep in mind that all wedding events throughout the day will be outside (except for the afterparty, which will be inside), so we recommend bringing a light outer layer for the evening.
Guests are certainly not expected to wear traditional Indian attire.
If you choose to do so, we have provided for your reference an Indian Attire Guide below, which explains the different types of traditional Indian outfits typically worn at weddings and where to shop for traditional Indian attire.
indian ATTIRE guide
Traditional Indian party attire typically consists of vibrant, colorful clothing, often made of silk, chiffon, or other luxurious fabrics, and adorned with intricate embroidery or embellishments.
Sherwani
Kurta
lehenga
saree
Long-sleeved, knee-length coat typically paired with slim pants (churidar pants) and traditional Indian shoes (mojaris). This is a popular option for more formal wedding events.
Loose fitting, knee-length tunic typically paired with slim pants (churidar pants) and traditional Indian shoes (mojaris). This is a less formal and more lightweight option than a sherwani outfit.
Three-piece ensemble consisting of a scarf (dupatta), a cropped blouse (choli), and a long, A-line skirt (lehenga). This is a popular option because it’s much easier (and more comfortable) to wear than a saree.
Two-piece ensemble consisting of a cropped blouse (choli) and a long piece of fabric (saree or sari) to be wrapped around the waist and draped over the shoulders.
Please kindly note that sarees may be difficult to drape (and involves many, many safety pins) if this is your first time wearing one. We will not be providing a saree draper during the wedding weekend.
Recommended websites & stores
to shop for Indian outfits
Online
In Store - Los Angeles
We recommend checking out Indian clothing stores in Artesia, but there are also stores in the Fashion District and Santa Monica.
In Store - New York / New Jersey
We recommend checking out Indian clothing stores in Edison, N.J., but there are also stores in Jackson Heights (74th Street between 37th and 37th).
additional attire details
What colors should I avoid?
Black, white, red (reserved for bride during Hindu Ceremony), and hot pink (reserved for bride during the Sangeet).
Is it better to purchase my Indian attire online or in store?
Buying online will typically be cheaper than in-store, but going in-store and trying outfits on in person can be helpful to see what styles or colors fit you best.
How early should I order my Indian attire?
We recommend ordering as early as possible (especially if ordering online). Please note that most Indian outfits that come in readymade sizes may not always fit properly on the body and are not easily self-adjustable. As such, we recommend getting your Indian outfits tailored in advance if you need to. Please always check delivery times on the website or with the store and remember to factor in additional time for tailoring if needed.
Feel free to reach out to Anna and Ami with any questions on what to wear!
q
Will there be parking at
the venue?
Yes, there will be plenty of free parking
at Mount Palomar Winery.
q
What are the transportation options throughout the weekend?
Rideshare
There are rideshare services (e.g., Uber, Lyft, etc.) available in Temecula but expect longer wait times. *** Please book your rideshare in advance when arriving to, and departing from, the venue. *** This way there are no wait times to worry about.
q
Can I bring additional guests to the wedding?
We kindly request that only those listed on your RSVP
attend due to limited capacity.
q
Will there be an open bar?
Absolutely! On both days!
Additional Questions?
Feel free to shoot us an email with any additional questions at: annaami.wedding@gmail.com
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