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Gentlemen, don your suits. Ladies gather your gowns. Afghan weddings are fabulously formal.Formal Attire Gentlemen: Suit and tie Ladies: Floor-length evening gowns Wedding Part Colors:Pink is reserved for our wedding party 💕We kindly ask that guests avoid wearing pink so our wedding party can stand out.

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Hotel Accommodations: We’ve reserved a block of rooms at Courtyard by Marriott Hartford/Windsor at a discounted rate for our guests to make your stay as convenient as possible.Please note that the reservation deadline is Thursday, April 16, 2026. Be sure to book your room before this date to secure the discounted rate. After the deadline, availability and pricing cannot be guaranteed. You can reserve your room using the link below:<a href="https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1772908587118&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1772908587118&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink</a>

Residence Inn Hartford Avon has free bikes, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and terrace in Avon. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. Wintonbury Hills Golf Course is 8 miles away and Mark Twain House is 8.6 miles from the hotel. The rooms is fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a dishwasher, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer, while certain accommodations at the hotel also feature a seating area. All guest rooms will provide guests with a microwave. Guests at Residence Inn Hartford Avon can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Elizabeth Park is 7.2 miles from the accommodation, while University of Hartford is 7.7 miles from the property. Bradley International Airport is 13 miles away.

Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Avon

Blending historic country charm with today's modern amenities, this hotel offers 20 acres of lush surroundings along with an award-winning restaurant and easy access to attractions, including Hartford city center. Guest rooms at the Avon Hotel are furnished with comfortable 2 or 4-poster beds and soft feather-top mattresses. Guests can also enjoy on-site dining at Season Restaurant and Tap Room for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Avon Old Farms Hotel offers guests a relaxing retreat, complete with gardens, a wooden bridge and a stream. Free wireless internet, a 24-hour fitness center and a large outdoor pool are only a few of the modern amenities available on-site. Only a short distance from the Old Farms Hotel, guests can discover a variety of recreational activities, including canoeing, hiking and fishing. The Hill-Stead Museum is 6.6 mi away, the Mark Twain House is 8.7 mi away and Lake Compounce Family Theme Park is 15 mi away.

Avon Old Farms Hotel

Simsbury 1820 House is located in Simsbury, 7.4 miles from Wintonbury Hills Golf Course and 9.1 miles from University of Hartford. With free bikes, the 3-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The inn features family rooms. At the inn, each room includes a closet. Guest rooms in Simsbury 1820 House are equipped with a TV and free toiletries. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. At Simsbury 1820 House you'll find a restaurant serving American and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. You can play tennis at the inn, and the area is popular for skiing and cycling. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge and a business center at the property. Elizabeth Park is 10 miles from Simsbury 1820 House, while Mark Twain House is 11 miles away. Bradley International Airport is 8.7 miles from the property.

Simsbury 1820 House

Located 6.4 miles from Wintonbury Hills Golf Course, Marriott Hartford/Windsor Airport offers 3-star accommodations in Windsor and has free bikes, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 7.6 miles from Comcast Theatre, 8.3 miles from XL Center and 8.6 miles from Wadsworth Atheneum. The hotel features an indoor pool and free shuttle service. The hotel can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Bushnell Center for Performing Arts is 9 miles from Marriott Hartford/Windsor Airport, while Mark Twain House is 10 miles from the property. Bradley International Airport is 5.6 miles away.

Marriott Hartford/Windsor Airport

Offering an indoor pool and a restaurant, Hyatt House Hartford North/Windsor is located in Windsor just 10 minutes' drive from Hartford town center. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen, a flat-screen TV and a sofa bed. Private bathrooms feature a bath or shower and also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. At Hyatt House Hartford North/Windsor you will find a fitness center. Guests can enjoy a complimentary American breakfast, a 24-hour market offering food and drinks, and the H Bar open 7 days a week from 17:00 to 22:00 hours featuring Sip Savor menu selections. The hotel is 7 minutes' drive from the Windsor railway station, 18 minutes' drive from Six Flags New England and 20 minutes' drive from the University of Hartford. Bradley International Airport is 5 mi away.

HYATT house Hartford North/Windsor

Ideally located 6.8 mi from Bradley International Airport, this hotel in Windsor, Connecticut features services such as free airport shuttle service and comfortable guestrooms. Hilton Garden Inn Bradley International Airport offers a 24-hour business center. Guests will also enjoy the well-equipped fitness center. The on-site Garden Grille serves American cuisine. Guestrooms features amenities such as free high-speed wireless internet access and work areas. The in-room hospitality centers boast refrigerators, microwaves and coffeemakers. Packaged food items are available 24-hours at the Pavilion Pantry, for easy in-room food preparation.

Hilton Garden Inn Hartford North/Bradley Int'l Airport

Located in Simsbury, 5.8 miles from Wintonbury Hills Golf Course, The Simsbury Inn has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has an indoor pool, sauna and room service. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. The rooms at The Simsbury Inn come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. At The Simsbury Inn guests are welcome to use a hot tub. You can play pool and tennis at the hotel, and the area is popular for skiing and cycling. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at The Simsbury Inn. Staff speak English, Spanish and Polish at the reception. University of Hartford is 7.5 miles from the accommodation, while Elizabeth Park is 8.5 miles from the property. Bradley International Airport is 10 miles away.

Simsbury Inn

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We will be following many of the Afghan traditions. The wedding will begin with a cocktail hour. The first traditional event will be Henna Night. (Description) After that dinner will be served followed by some dancing Traditionally there are family performances to enjoy. Gifts in here somwhere.

What to Expect

Update: Dress Code reminder

Hi everyone, We’re getting so close, and we’re so excited to celebrate our big day with all of our close friends and family! We’ve received a few questions about the dress code, so we thought it would be helpful to send a quick email reminder for those who haven't seen the dress code page. Our wedding attire is formal / black-tie: Men: suits and tiesWomen: floor-length gownsPink is reserved for the bridal party. Think “Met Gala” We’d love for everyone to have fun dressing up and making it a truly special evening. We can’t wait to celebrate with you all on May 17, 2026!

James & Farhat

James & Farhat

Registry

If you wish to honor us with a gift, a cash contribution toward our future together would be sincerely appreciated. Contributions may be made via our registry or in the gift box at the reception. Thank you for your love and support as we begin this next chapter of our lives.