“With the grace of God and the blessings of our elders, our hearts full of love and gratitude — two hearts unite in a story of love, trust and companionship.”
Life has a beautiful way of bringing the right people together at exactly the right time.
What started as an unexpected friendship slowly turned into a love that felt effortless, comforting, and meant to be. Somewhere between ordinary moments and unforgettable memories, we realized we had found home in each other.
This November, we begin forever — and we couldn't be happier to share that moment with you.
Ravi's 21st birthday — a backyard party, a cake with a gold 21 on top, and the night our story began.
Right after the birthday, we started talking — and somehow never ran out of things to say.
Three years after that birthday, we made it official — with a photo-booth strip, two bobas and a fish-shaped ice cream cone to prove it.
Yosemite Valley — our first trip together, with Yosemite Falls behind us.
At Gibson Lake, four years after we met, one question changed everything.
Washington — our first flight together.
The next chapter starts at the mandap — and we get to begin it with all of you.
Tap any photo to see it up close
Both families celebrate — filter to see your side's events
Three venues across the wedding week — tap for directions
Pittsburg, California
Sacramento, California
Sacramento, California
Byron, California
📍 Full addresses and directions are shared right after you RSVP 💌
One form covers every event — kindly respond by November 1st, 2026
A few of the beautiful moments you'll witness — and what they mean
The groom's joyful arrival procession — music, dancing, and family. If you're on Ravi's side, you're in it! Come ready to dance.
The bride and groom exchange flower garlands — their first act as equals choosing one another.
The bride's family lovingly entrusts their daughter to the groom's family, her lineage joining his — before the sacred fire that witnesses the vows.
Seven circles around the fire and seven steps together — each one a vow for the life ahead.
The marks of marriage — vermilion and the sacred necklace, the moment they are wed.
The blessings of the elders — and then the celebration truly begins.
💛 A note on gifts: your presence and blessings are truly the greatest gift. For those who wish to give, a card box will be available at both the wedding and the reception — no boxed gifts at either, please.
The wedding week moves between Sacramento (ceremony + Aachal's family events) and the East Bay (Ravi's family events + the vineyard reception) — about an hour apart.
Sacramento (SMF) is closest for the ceremony.
Oakland (OAK) or SFO for the reception side.
Stay near Elder Creek / South Sacramento for the temple.
Browse HotelsClosest comfortable stays to the vineyard in Byron.
Browse HotelsIndian formal or festive attire throughout. Temple ceremony: modest, comfortable dress, and please avoid red — the ceremony is held in the temple's hall, so shoes stay on. Telwaan: festive, bright colors suggested. Bhatwaan: festive, yellow welcome. Reception: formal — bright colors encouraged. November evenings run chilly, especially at the vineyard — bring a warm layer.
We kindly ask that there be no smoking or vaping anywhere on the mandir premises. Thank you for honoring the space with us.
Your invitation covers it — and the RSVP form lets you respond for each event separately. Each family hosts its own Telwaan and Bhatwaan — Ravi's side in Pittsburg, Aachal's side in Sacramento; use the side filter above to see yours. The ceremony and reception bring everyone together.
Pittsburg and Byron are ~25 minutes apart; the temple in Sacramento is about an hour from both. Each event is on its own day, so there's no same-day dash.
Yes — this is a family celebration!
Every event includes a full meal. Please note dietary needs in your RSVP.
Yes, please! Each event has “guest camera” QR cards — scan one and every photo or video you take goes straight into our wedding album. You can also upload any time at raviandaachal.com/share.
Street parking at both family homes; free lots at the temple and the vineyard.
Please don’t also “forget” a pillow, as you will be sitting on the floor.
All uninvited guests are required to perform a mandatory 3-minute stand-up comedy set during cocktail hour. If they’re funny, they can stay. If they suck, they will be publicly booed and escorted from the wedding. So choose your date wisely. You don’t want to be known for bringing the unfunny date.
Shaadi (wedding ceremony): 2:30 PM. Reception: 5 PM.
Yes. Uncles, consider this your official warning to stretch.
Reach out any time