Wedding Tips for a Traditional Bengali Wedding Weekend in Kolkata

Hence, they said that planning a wedding especially in Kolkata has some challenges such as the weather and their traditions. That is why here are a few final tips to help you stay calm and make your wedding day great.

1. Weather-Proof Your Venue

Monsoon and humid months are quite harsh in Kolkata, the weather is unpredictable in summer too. If your event is taking place outside, hire tents for the area or make sure the selected venue is covered. Carry around your umbrellas incase it begins to rain.

2. Traffic Timing is Key

But as it is famous for its traffic Kolkata can delay any of the events. Politely educate the guests that some areas are usually congested then advise them to come earlier in order to be on time. As the coordinating officer, arrange an alternate wedding car for either bride or groom avoiding any undue time wastage getting to the function venue.

3. Vendor Follow-Up

It’s good practice to confirm with your vendors at least 7 days to check if they fulfill all your specifications. This goes for such services as catering, photography, decorations and other things as well – it is important to reconfirm all the details. Substantial variation in vendors is inherent in Kolkata and often confusion can occur at the last moment.

4. Cultural Practice and permits

Make sure that all relevant legal formalities have been taken for example getting all necessary permits depending on your cultural or religious theme wedding. There are certain cultures in kolkata which can create disturbance such as fire-cracker displays or loud music; therefore permission would be necessary from the authorities.

5. Guest Comfort

Heating could be provided for winter wedding ceremonies or hand fans for summer weeding ceremonies. Since weddings in Kolkata go on up to midnight, try providing local snacks like jhal muri or mishti.

6. Emergency Kit

Pack a bridal emergency kit, which will include safety pins, lip-gloss, and sewing kit for abrupt emergencies.All these tips to make your Kolkata wedding as easy going and wonderful as can be!