As wedding weekends continue to grow in popularity, especially for culturally rich, multi-day celebrations like Indian weddings, couples are increasingly looking beyond traditional venues and discovering just how much Vermont has to offer. Set in the heart of Stowe, Tälta Lodge offers a fresh and flexible setting for modern wedding weekends, where multiple events can unfold seamlessly in one place. From boutique lodges like Tälta to expansive resorts and scenic properties across the state, Vermont is uniquely equipped to host large, immersive celebrations that blend meaningful traditions with a destination-style experience. Today, we’re excited to share with you Malvika and Deep’s beautiful Vermont wedding weekend, all expertly captured by JRphotos.co.
A Colorful and Playful Start To The Wedding Weekend: Haldi & Sangeet
Malvika and Deep’s wedding festivities began on Friday with a Haldi ceremony, a joyful and symbolic turmeric blessing where loved ones gathered to shower the couple with laughter, love, and golden hues. During the ceremony, close family and friends apply a paste made of turmeric, sandalwood, and other natural ingredients to the couple’s skin as a way to offer blessings and protection. The ritual symbolizes purification and is also believed to give the couple a natural glow before their wedding day. Beyond its meaning, the Haldi is often one of the most playful and lighthearted events of the weekend, filled with laughter, music, and a sense of community as loved ones come together to celebrate.
That evening, guests transitioned into a sunset Sangeet celebration. Taking full advantage of Vermont’s summer beauty, the couple hosted outdoor garba dancing, a meaningful nod to their shared past. After all, Malvika and Deep’s love story began on their college garba raas team at Washington University in St. Louis, making this moment of their wedding weekend feel especially full-circle!
Friday night continued with elevated yet playful touches, including tacos from Trailbreak Tacos and vibrant Indian cuisine from Aromas of India, followed by sweet treats from Ben & Jerry’s, a fun, locally inspired ending to the evening.
Tradition in Motion at Tälta Lodge: Baraat & Hindu Ceremony
Saturday began with one of the most energetic and anticipated moments of the weekend: the groom’s baraat. A groom’s baraat is a lively and celebratory procession that marks the groom’s arrival at the wedding ceremony in many South Asian traditions. Accompanied by family and friends, the groom is often led in with music, dancing, and high energy, sometimes arriving on horseback, in a decorated car, or even something more personalized. Filled with music, movement, and celebration, the procession set the stage for the day’s traditional Hindu ceremony.
Surrounded by loved ones, Malvika and Deep exchanged vows in a ceremony rich with meaning and ritual, followed by a beautifully executed luncheon catered by Maya Catering, where guests could relax and take in the significance of the day.
Behind the scenes, thoughtful planning and seamless coordination by Hansini Weddings ensured that each transition, from ceremony to celebration, felt effortless. As the sun set, guests gathered beneath a stunning tented reception designed with intention and cultural richness in mind. With rentals by Scenic Tents and decor by Exclusive Events, the space transformed into an immersive experience.
Dinner, heartfelt toasts, and a beautiful cake by The Goose Chase Cake Design led into what quickly became a packed dance floor. Dancing, a defining theme of the entire weekend, took center stage once again, an especially meaningful detail for a couple whose relationship began through movement and a shared love of dance.
Inviting loved ones to travel to Stowe and experience Vermont together transformed the celebration into something even greater than a wedding; it became a full weekend of connection, culture, and unforgettable memories. Congratulations, Malvika and Deep, on your beautiful Vermont wedding weekend!
Vendors
Venue: Tälta Lodge, Planner: Hansini Weddings, Friday Catering: Aromas of India (Burlington, MA), Trailbreak Tacos, Saturday Catering: Maya Catering (Boston, MA), Cake: The Goose Chase Cake Design, Decor: Exclusive Events (NJ), Tent: Scenic Tents, Photo/Video: JRphotos.co
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