Mehendi (Henna)
The beautiful art of henna, symbolizing love, joy, and the beautiful bond. Includes dinner
Days of love, laughter, family & tradition
December 1 - 3, 2026 | Aurora, IL
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Whether you are joining us in person or celebrating from afar, having your love and support means the world to us. As we honor our traditions and begin this new chapter together, we hope this site helps with all your travel and event planning! We are so excited to celebrate this next chapter with you!
See you there!02 · The Invitation
Come celebrate the beginning of our next chapter with us.
Together with their families
Mani Garikipati
&
Becca Snedeker-Meier
Joyfully invite you to attend their auspicious wedding celebration
THURSDAY · DECEMBER 3, 2026
9:02 AM
Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple
Aurora, Illinois
Traditional Indian or Western Cocktail Attire Welcome
RSVP Now03 · Events
There is more than one reason to get dressed up, gather together, and celebrate.
The beautiful art of henna, symbolizing love, joy, and the beautiful bond. Includes dinner
A colorful and joyful celebration with turmeric, laughter, family and friends. Includes lunch
Join us for the traditional Hindu ceremony. Includes breakfast and lunch
04 · Traditions
If this is your first Hindu wedding, don't worry — we've got you.
Honors the groom as an incarnation of Lord Vishnu arriving to wed the bride, who represents Lakshmi, as her family entrusts him with her lifelong well-being.
At the exact auspicious moment (sumuhurtham), the couple places a cumin-jaggery paste on each other to symbolize remaining inseparable through life's bitter and sweet moments before lowering the curtain for the "first look."
The groom ties the mangalsutra around the bride's neck with three knots, marking an unbreakable bond of body, mind, and spirit.
The couple joyfully showers each other, invoking blessings of abundance and joy.
Betel nuts, coins, and turmeric are tied into the couple's garments, representing the union of both families.
They press toes together to declare mutual equality, exchanging vows for nourishment, strength, family care, and enduring friendship.
The groom points out the twin stars orbiting in sync, Arundhati and Vashishtha, reflecting lifelong equality and devotion.
05 · Stay
We're arranging separate Airbnbs for friends and family coming into town.
A comfortable shared home for loved ones traveling in to celebrate the occasion.
Location: 490 Sartor Lane, Aurora, IL 60502
A comfortable shared home for loved ones traveling in to celebrate the occasion.
Location: 46W747 Main Street Road, Elburn, IL 60119
06 · Registry
If you'd like to celebrate us with a gift, we've included a few links below.
07 · Good to Know
A few helpful answers before the celebrations begin.
Wedding attire is encouraged. We'll add specific dress-code guidance here once everything is finalized.
There are several beautiful rituals, prayers and traditions. We've included a simple guide above so you know what to expect.
We're organizing separate Airbnb homes for friends and family coming into town.
Both events are planned for the day after the wedding. Exact time and location will be posted here once finalized.
Please include allergies and dietary restrictions on your RSVP.
08 · RSVP
Please let us know if you'll be celebrating with us.