The Venetian Ballroom,
The Westin Book Cadillac
1114 Washington Blvd, Detroit,MI48226 United States
Dress Code
Indian Formal / Western Formal. If you do not have an Indian outfit, feel free to wear what you like, as long as it's a little formal and you can dance in it :). Remember to wear comfortable shoes, unless you are prepared to dance bare feet!
Parking Info
Valet Parking - Compliments of the Sorab Family
SANGEET
The Sangeet is a light-hearted, exuberant celebration with music and dance, and offers an informal setting for Priya's and Lakshay's families and friends to socialize and get to know each other. It will be an evening filled with cocktails, a variety of food stations, dance performances by friends and family and lots of fun & music to dance the night away, in celebration of the wedding to come!
RSVP Note
Due to space limitations, our valuable guests will be unable to bring guests of their own, or children. We request that only those specifically named in the invitation attend our celebrations. Thank you very much for understanding our constraints.
The Venetian Ballroom
The Westin Book Cadillac
1114 Washington Blvd Detroit,MI48226 United States
Dress Code
Indian weddings are festive, colorful occasions. Please wear Indian Traditional or Western Formal. Ladies - this is your chance to wear your best colorful sarees, lehengas or any traditional attire!
Parking Info
Valet Parking - Compliments of the Sorab Family
BARAAT
Traditionally, the Baraat is the wedding procession that starts from the groom's house and ends at the bride's.
Since the wedding is at The Book Cadillac, Lakshay's Baraat will start at 2:00PM from Washington Blvd and State Street, and end at the entrance of the Book Cadillac, where Priya's family will welcome Lakshay's family in a fusion of Punjabi and Konkani rituals.
The DJ will be leading the Baraat - so be prepared to dance, A LOT and make sure to make noise so Priya can hear you arriving!
THE WEDDING CEREMONY
The wedding ceremony will take place under a canopy-like structure called a mandap. Dr Shivkumar Bhat-ji, who has known Priya all her life, will officiate the ceremony and many relatives will perform specific roles under his guidance.
The bride and groom will be seated in front of the priest for most of the ceremony. Dr. Bhat-ji will recite verses in Sanskrit, and will also provide English explanations of the rituals. More information on the customs and significance of the rituals are in our Wedding Program.
RSVP Note
Due to space limitations, our valuable guests will be unable to bring guests of their own, or children. We request that only those specifically named in the invitation attend our celebrations. Thank you very much for understanding our constraints.
The closest airport is Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). DTW has one stop connections to most major Indian cities, and direct flights to/from most US cities.
The Westin Book Cadillac is about 20 miles from the airport.
All of our weekend events will occur at The Westin Book Cadillac.
Update August 15, 2024: Unfortunately, all the rooms in our block booking at the Westin Book Cadillac have now been reserved. We suggest booking at the Book Cadillac or The David Whitney, or Hotel Indigo Downtown Detroit (links below).
THE DAVID WHITNEY AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION
The David Whitney is two blocks away from the Book Cadillac
The Book Cadillac is only a block away from Campus Martius - a lively hub of restaurants, pubs and nightlife in the city.
A 10 minute walk brings you to the Detroit Riverfront, a promenade that lines the Detroit River, with Windsor, Canada to the south (yes, south!).
The Motor City was—not surprisingly—designed for cars. Today, the fastest and most convenient way to get around the sprawling metropolis is by vehicle. Visitors without a car can explore downtown Detroit via the QLine streetcar, People Mover light rail, rideshare apps, and a comprehensive bus system. With its flat terrain and ample bike lanes, Detroit is a cycle-friendly city. Download the Transit app to access its MoGo bike-sharing program.
Traveler tips Visit museums! Detroit is proud of its vibrant history, which is beautifully presented in its dozens of museums. The Detroit Institute of Arts, Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield Village, Motown Museum, and Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History all offer engaging exhibits centered around the city and the world as a whole.
