Pakistan's Wedding Season Thrives Amid Economic Challenges

Despite inflation and high costs, Pakistanis embrace the festive wedding season, known as Decemberistan, with elaborate celebrations.

Pakistan's wedding season, from November to February, sees millions attending elaborate celebrations each week.
The season, dubbed Decemberistan, is a time for the Pakistani diaspora to return home and for everyone to momentarily forget economic woes.
Weddings often feature multiple events, including traditional rituals and parties, with some families hosting up to 10 events for a single wedding.
The cost of weddings can be substantial, with banquet hall events starting at 1 million rupees, but banks and welfare institutions offer financial support.
Despite the financial burden, the wedding season is eagerly anticipated as a time of joy and community, with some opting for simpler, homespun celebrations.