Details
EVENT
FOR FAMILY & BRIDAL PARTY
A FEW NOTES BEFORE WE BEGIN: We’re keeping the exact venues a surprise for now, but we promise, they’re worth the wait. All events will take place within Cartagena’s historic Walled City, and each location is within walking distance of the others. Cartagena weather in May is hot and humid, with daytime highs of around 30°C. Many events are outdoors, please plan your outfits accordingly.
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C0LOUR ETIQUETTE FOR THE WEEKEND: Please avoid wearing white or ivory for all events (with the exception of men’s suit shirts). For the Indian ceremony on May 1st, please avoid red or burgundy, as these colours are reserved for the bride.
​No events scheduled on April 29th. See our FAQs page for recommendations on where to eat and what to do in Cartagena!
Cartagena
WEDNESDAY APRIL 29TH: ARRIVAL TO
Day One
THURSDAY APRIL 30TH
Venue: Bridal Home
Havan & Haldi
CEREMONIES
Mehndi
BRIDAL & FAMILY
Venue: Bridal Home
1:00 PM - 4:00PM
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GUESTS: Female family members and bridal party only
CHILDREN: Not permitted; babysitting not available. Opportunity for men to enjoy the children while ladies enjoy the Mehndi
​FOOD & DRINKS: Lunch and drinks provided​
DRESS C0DE: Same as Haldi.
Rest, Reset and
EXPLORE CARTAGENA
4:00PM - 8:00PM: No events scheduled. Enjoy some downtime or explore the city. We recommend making your own early dinner reservations, see our FAQs page for a list of our favourite restaurants. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served at the welcome party.
Welcome Cocktails
08:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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GUESTS: All guests welcome
CHILDREN: Children welcome; babysitting not available​
FOOD & DRINKS: Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres ​
DRESS C0DE: Tropical cocktail chic. Colourful, Caribbean-inspired semi-formal looks, think breezy silk dresses, linen shirts, bold prints, and festive accessories. Please do not wear white, this colour is reserved for the bride.
& MEHNDI NIGHT
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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GUESTS: Family and bridal party only
CHILDREN: Children welcome; babysitting not available
​FOOD & DRINKS: Breakfast and drinks provided​
DRESS C0DE: Indian attire in warm tones: yellow, orange, red, pink and ivory. Think lehengas, saris, kurtas, festive but not formal. The haldi will be outdoors, so dress accordingly!
Venue: Outdoors
DayTwo
FRIDAY MAY 1ST
Rest, Reset and
EXPLORE CARTAGENA
No events scheduled until 1:00PM. See our FAQs page for recommendations on where to eat and what to do in Cartagena!
Venue: Outdoors and Indoors
04:00 PM - LATE
INDIAN WEDDING
Ceremonies
1
Baraat
& MILNI
2
Hindu
CEREMONY
3
Sangeet
GUESTS: All guests welcome
CHILDREN: Welcomed to Baraat only, babysitting provided for ceremony and sangeet
FOOD & DRINKS: Light refreshments before ceremony, dinner and open bar after.
DRESS C0DE: Indian Formal (Lehengas, Saris, Kurtas, Sherwanis)​. Please note that these three events are continuous and back-to-back, plan to wear the same outfit for the entire evening. The Baraat and Sangeet will be outdoors, and it will be hot. Dress accordingly, stay hydrated, and wear breathable fabrics if possible.​ Please do not wear red or burgundy today, these colours are reserved for the bride.​
For those new to Indian fashion, click here for a quick guide.
Sehra Bandai
& CHURA CEREMONIES
1:00PM - 3:30PM
GUESTS: Bride's family & bridesmaids for Chura ceremony. Groom's family & groomsmen for Sehra Bandai.
CHILDREN: Children welcome; babysitting not available
FOOD & DRINKS: Lunch and drinks provided
DRESS C0DE: Indian formal attire. Family attending this event will then depart directly together to the Baraat. There will be no opportunity to change or return home, so please arrive fully dressed and ready for the full evening ahead.
Venue: Bridal Home
DayThree
SATURDAY MAY 2ND
Island Party
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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GUESTS: All guests welcome
CHILDREN: Children welcome; babysitting not available​
FOOD & DRINKS: Lunch and open bar​
DRESS C0DE: Beach club chic. Think bathing suits with stylish cover-ups, poolside sets, flowy dresses, linen shirts, bold patterns, sunglasses, and beach hats. Bring swimsuits, sunscreen, fans, and stay hydrated. Please do not wear white, this colour is reserved for the bride.
Transportation by boat will depart from the walled city.
BOAT AND
Venue: Rosario Islands
Rest, Reset and
EXPLORE CARTAGENA
No events scheduled after 5:00PM. Take this chance to relax, explore the historic streets, take a city tour or carriage ride, grab dinner (recommendations in our FAQ page) or visit our favourite rooftop bar - Alquímico! Just don’t burn yourselves out, we’re saving the biggest party for Sunday night.
DayFour
SUNDAY MAY 3RD
Rest, Reset and
EXPLORE CARTAGENA
No events scheduled until 5:30PM. See our FAQs page for recommendations on where to eat and what to do in Cartagena!
Venue: Outdoors
Christian Ceremony
& C0CKTAIL HOUR
05:30 PM - SUNSET
GUESTS: All guests welcome
CHILDREN: Not permitted; babysitting provided.
FOOD & DRINKS: Light refreshments
DRESS C0DE: Formal-Black Tie. Men, please wear a tuxedo or dark suit. Women, please wear a long gown or formal cocktail dress. Expect strong winds and direct sun, consider packing hair clips and sunglasses. Please do not wear white, ivory or cream, these colours are reserved for the bride (except men’s suit shirts).
Venue: Indoors
Reception
& AFTER PARTY
SUNSET - SUNRISE
GUESTS: All guests welcome
CHILDREN: Not permitted; babysitting provided
FOOD & DRINKS: Dinner and open bar
DRESS C0DE: Formal-Black Tie, same as ceremony. Please note that today's events are back-to-back, plan to wear the same outfit for the evening. Please do not wear white, ivory or cream, these colours are reserved for the bride (except men’s suit shirts).
Babysitting Services
SUMMARY OF
BABYSITTING WILL BE PROVIDED FOR FAMILY MEMBERS ONLY
We want all our family guests, adults and children, to feel comfortable and cared for during our wedding weekend. Here’s what you need to know about which events welcome kids and where babysitting services will be provided:
THURSDAY APRIL 30TH
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Havan & Haldi Ceremony: Children are welcome, no babysitting services provided.
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Mehndi & Welcome Party: Children are welcome, no babysitting services provided.
FRIDAY MAY 1ST
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Chura, Sehra Bandai & Baraat: Children are welcome, no babysitting services provided.
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Indian Ceremony & Sangeet: Children are not permitted in the ceremony or Sangeet, babysitting services will be provided. Professional, bilingual (English-speaking) babysitters, trusted by top travellers to Cartagena. Children will stay in the same building as the ceremony and Sangeet. Food and fun entertainment will be available to children during the events. Parents can stop by anytime to visit their children, but children cannot enter the ceremony or Sangeet spaces.
SATURDAY MAY 2ND
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Boat & Island Party: Children are welcome, no babysitting services provided.
SUNDAY MAY 3RD
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Christian Ceremony & Reception: Children are not permitted in the ceremony or reception spaces. Babysitting services will be provided in the same building as the reception, in a separate room. Same trusted, professional bilingual babysitters as May 1st. Food and entertainment will be available to children during the events. Parents are welcome to check in anytime, but children may not enter the ceremony or reception rooms.
Questions? Please reach out to voyage@annievillalba.com or directly to the babysitting agency at cartagennanany.com or +57-318-629-4974 sharing our code Monica&Sachin - Wedding Planner Annie Villalba.
