Darshika&Thomas

Wedding Celebration

10.10.26

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Come celebrate with us We are bringing together our Danish and Hindu traditions in a joyful union.

Union of cultures and traditions
Come celebrate with us for our two-part wedding event, all taking place on the same day. We are combining our two worlds in a joyful union that honors both our Danish and Hindu traditions. Throughout the day, you’ll experience the beauty, colors, and rituals of a Hindu ceremony alongside the warmth and simplicity of a Danish wedding. From vibrant traditions rich in symbolism to intimate and heartfelt moments, each part reflects who we are and where we come from. This celebration is more than just a wedding—it’s the coming together of cultures, families, and traditions, woven into one unforgettable day. We can’t wait to share it with you.
Schedule
Saturday 10th October 2026
11:30am
Welcome
Tea and tamil snacks and a formal introduction to the ceremony
Attire: Dress your best, this is your chance to overdress!
Søllestedgårdvej 4, 4920 Søllested, Danmark
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Hindu Ceremony
In a Hindu wedding ceremony (Thirumanam), the bride and groom are seated together on a stage in front of their guests, while a Hindu priest (Iyar) guides them through a series of sacred rituals. The ceremony culminates in the tying of the thali — a holy necklace — around the bride’s neck. Unlike a traditional church wedding, guests are not expected to remain seated in silence. You are welcome to move around and quietly converse as the rituals unfold.
Søllestedgårdvej 4, 4920 Søllested, Danmark
1:30pm
tea - time Break
Small break served with tea and snacks
2:00pm
Social event
We will gather for a special event.
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Danish Wedding Dinner
At a traditional Danish wedding dinner, you are seated during a three-course meal and there are a series of speeches and songs from the guests. Because of the extensive programme, we have asked the toastmaster to curate the number of speeches during the dinner. If you feel like expressing something, but are not given the option during the dinner, then please consider expressing yourself with a song during karaoke.
Søllestedgårdvej 4, 4920 Søllested, Danmark
9:00pm
Party, Dance and Karaoke
This is your time to chip in with a song for the couple - so practice from home and give it all you got, preferably more than one song!
Accommodation Information
We have put together a list of accommodations close by: Pederstrup B&B – 900 per double room per night (Distance: 10,1 km) https://pederstrupbb.dk/ NOTE: Booking online is not possible, since it is off season, please call +45 61614740 directly to book. B&B Lolland – DKK 250 per person pr. night (Distance: 3,5 km) https://www.bedandbreakfastlolland.dk/ Lolland bed and breakfast (Distance: 1,6 km) https://www.lolland-bed-and-breakfast.dk/ Airbnb – House of Funki (Distance 1,6 km) Airbnb - Privat lejlighed på idyllisk bindingsværksgård (Distance 4,5)
TOASTMASTER
If you have any questions you are welcome to reach out to Thomas or Darshika, and for questions regarding speeches and entertainment reach out to our toastmaster.
STINE ALBRECHTSEN
Toastmaster and sister of Thomas. Telefon nr. 30241400
General Questions and answers
Please find more genereal questions below, you are welcome to reach out if you have other questions.
Are children invited to the wedding?
We invite all your children to our hindu ceremony, which is a relaxed and open ceremony. The dinner however, is an adults only event but if your child is under the age of one and needs to be close to you, you are more than welcome to bring them.
When do we need to RSVP by?
Please submit your RSVP before 1st of July
Are the wedding ceremony and the reception at the same venue?
Yes, both the ceremony and reception will be held at the same venue.
Gifts and contributions
Your help and support for the big day is the greatest contribution. If you wish to give us something, we value experiences, a small donation to our new el-car or a piece of your art!