Muslim · Post-wedding

Walima

The reception feast hosted by the groom's family to celebrate the marriage publicly.

Also known as: walima, valima, reception

What it means

The Walima is the feast given by the groom's family after the marriage is consummated, to announce and celebrate the union with the wider community. It is a Sunnah (recommended practice) and an occasion of generosity and joy.

What happens

  1. 1The groom's family hosts a meal for relatives, friends, and the community.
  2. 2The newly married couple is introduced and blessed by guests.
This explanation is under review by a religious authority — a companion to, not a replacement for, your qazi or imam.

More Muslim rituals

Mangni
The formal engagement where the couple exchanges rings and the families agree to the union.
Mehndi (Muslim)
A festive henna celebration, traditionally held separately by the bride's and groom's families.
Nikah
The Islamic marriage contract — the couple consents before witnesses and the Nikahnama is signed.
Rukhsati
The bride's farewell as she departs with the groom after the Nikah.
← Rukhsati
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