United Arab Emirates · Dubai and the Gulf
Wedding websites in Dubai: for couples marrying in or from the UAE
This page is for couples planning a wedding in Dubai, or a celebration at home with guests from the UAE. Our done-for-you websites bring every event, guest list and travel detail into one place, written for your family in English or Arabic.
- LanguagesEnglish and Arabic (Signature)
- Time zoneGMT+4
- PricesOne-off, in pounds sterling; any card accepted
Your events
The events of a Dubai wedding
Your website gets a page, an RSVP and a guest list for each event, with its own date, time, venue and dress code. Pick the traditions you follow; names and order vary between families, and you can add any event of your own.
Arab and Gulf wedding
- Milka (katb al-kitab)Weeks or months beforeThe marriage contract is signed with family, an official and witnesses.
- Henna nightA few days beforeThe bride's henna party with family and friends.
- ZaffaWedding nightThe couple's grand entrance with drums and song.
- Wedding partyWedding nightThe main celebration, often a separate ladies' party.
- WalimaAfter the weddingA feast to celebrate the marriage.
Hindu and Indian wedding
- RokaMonths beforeThe families confirm the match.
- HaldiOne or two days beforeTurmeric paste and blessings from family.
- MehndiOne or two days beforeHenna, music and dancing.
- SangeetThe night beforeSong and dance performances by both families.
- BaraatWedding dayThe groom arrives in procession with dhol and dancing.
- Wedding ceremonyWedding dayThe mandap ceremony with the pheras around the sacred fire.
- VidaaiWedding dayThe bride's farewell.
- ReceptionWedding day or laterDinner and dancing for all the guests.
Pakistani and Muslim wedding
- DholkiDays or weeks beforeEvenings of singing and dhol drumming at the family home.
- MayunA few days beforeThe bride or groom is pampered with ubtan paste by close family.
- MehndiOne or two days beforeHenna, dancing and colourful outfits.
- BaraatWedding dayThe groom's procession arrives with family and music.
- NikahWedding day or earlierThe Islamic marriage contract, led by an imam with witnesses.
- RukhsatiWedding day, endThe bride's emotional farewell from her family home.
- WalimaThe day after or laterThe groom's family hosts a reception to celebrate the marriage.
Wedding abroad wedding
- Welcome drinksArrival dayMeet everyone who has travelled.
- CeremonyWedding dayYour ceremony at the destination.
- ReceptionWedding dayDinner and dancing.
- Farewell brunchThe day afterOne last meal together before flights home.
Weddings in Dubai
Traditions and style
Weddings in Dubai blend Arabic and Islamic traditions with the wide range of cultures now living in the city. Many couples begin with a Katb al-kitab, the Islamic marriage contract, often followed by a separate henna night for women and a zaffa procession with drums and dancing. A wedding party may then host the main reception, while a Walima is held afterwards to welcome the newly married couple.
Because families often split celebrations by gender or by community, it is common to hold several events rather than one long evening. Guests travel from every continent to share in the hospitality, so clarity about which event each household may attend is very welcome. Our sites let you create a private link for each household, so everyone sees only the events they are invited to.
Whether you follow a traditional ceremony or a modern celebration, our websites help you share the details of each occasion, meal choices and dress codes in a way that feels both respectful and easy for everyone.
Where couples marry
Couples in Dubai choose from desert camps under the stars, rooftop terraces with skyline views, and beachfront or garden venues. The cooler months from late autumn to early spring are popular for outdoor evenings, while summer weddings often take place indoors with air conditioning. For photos, many couples visit the historic Al Fahidi neighbourhood, take a dhow cruise on the creek, or frame their portraits against the city's towers and the desert dunes beyond. Our sites include maps for each location, so guests can find the right place even if it is far from the hotel district.
Why couples choose us
- RSVP for every event, from Katb al-kitab to Walima
- Private household links so each family sees only their events
- Meal and dietary choices collected in advance
- Arabic wording available on the Signature package
- Guest dashboard and spreadsheet for easy planning
Guests near and far
For guests travelling to Dubai
Guests travelling to or from Dubai need to know which event they are invited to, the dress code, and how to get from the airport to the venue. Time zones can make it hard to keep in touch, and several events in one week need careful planning. Our websites solve this with RSVP for every event and a private link for each household, so each family sees only what applies to them. Guests can also choose their meal and dietary needs, view maps and countdowns, and receive updates by link, QR code or WhatsApp.
Packages
One-off prices, no monthly fees
Prices are in pounds sterling. Cards in any currency are accepted at checkout. Signature adds wording in Arabic, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Gujarati or Bengali.
Questions
Wedding websites in Dubai: your questions
Do you help with the marriage registration in Dubai?
No. Marriage rules are set by the local register office and the couple's place of worship or embassy. Please check with them directly for the documents you need and the steps to follow, whether you marry in the UAE or at home.
Can I send e-invites by WhatsApp to guests in the UAE?
Yes. Your wedding website is shared by a link, a QR code or WhatsApp, so guests can RSVP, choose meals and see maps without downloading anything. Printed cards can include the same QR code for those who prefer paper.
Will my older relatives be able to use the website?
The sites work on any phone and are written in clear, simple language. You can also share the link by WhatsApp or print cards with a QR code, so guests can choose the method they find most comfortable.
Do you offer Arabic or Urdu e-invites?
All sites are written in English. The Signature package adds wording in Arabic, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Gujarati or Bengali, along with its own domain, guest photo upload and a live stream page for family who cannot travel.
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