Sara & Arjol
Friday & Saturday,
May, 2-3, 2025
Vlore,
Albania
The Wedding Weekend
Friday, May 2nd &
Saturday, May. 3rd, 2025
We are delighted to invite you to the celebration of our marriage
Albanian weddings are traditionally vibrant, multi-day celebrations. Our wedding festivities will follow this tradition, with the main events happening on Friday and Saturday.
We hope you'll join us for both days to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of both Albanian and Finnish wedding traditions. Friday will be a traditional Albanian wedding celebration, and while it’s entirely optional, it offers an opportunity to experience this cultural tradition. Saturday will be a more modern celebration, where we’ll blend Finnish wedding customs with a relaxed, fun atmosphere.
The Grand Albanian Wedding
Friday 2 May
The celebration will begin at 12:00 at Restaurant Egnatia in Fier. Get ready for an afternoon of vibrant traditional Albanian dancing, with the groom’s relatives leading the couple in joyful, celebratory dances. You can also look forward to an abundance of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a lively atmosphere as we celebrate together.
The Ceremony & Dinner Party
Saturday 3 May
On Saturday afternoon, we’ll host a smaller yet equally special gathering. The day begins with a ceremony by the beach in front of Hotel Garden.
Following the ceremony, we’ll move to Zoe Hora Resort in Dhermi for a reception dinner. In true Finnish wedding tradition, this evening will feature music, fun wedding games, delicious food, and an open bar. Bring your dancing shoes, the party will continue until late.
Friday timeline
09:00 - Arjol picks Sara up
Arjol arrives with his family to pick up Sara at Hotel Garden. Join to greet them outside the hotel and experience the tradition with singing, dancing, and the bouquet toss.
10:45 - Bus from Hotel Garden
For the guests staying at Hotel Garden, we have organized a bus to the restaurant.
12:00 - Welcome drink
Grab a refreshing drink outside Restorant Egnatia before entering the venue.
12:30 - Lunch
The celebration kicks off! Enjoy multiple delicious courses of meat and other local dishes while watching us dance traditional Albanian ‘valle’.
17:00 - Free dances
Once the formalities are done, feel free to hit the dance floor and join the fun! You might also hear a few modern tunes.
18:00 - Cake cutting
It’s cake time! Watch us cut the cake and enjoy a sweet treat.
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Saturday timeline
15:30 - Ceremony
Let’s kick things off as we tie the knot on the beach in front of Hotel Garden! Please find your seat on the pier.
16:30 - Bubbles
Time for a celebratory drink to mark the beginning of the festivities.
17:00 - Travel to Zoe Hora
Hop on the bus and let’s head to the reception!
18:00 - Dinner
We’ve arrived at Zoe Hora—find your seat and get ready for a delicious meal.
20:00 - Games
Join us for some fun and lighthearted Finnish wedding games!
21:00 - Dj & Open bar
The dance floor is calling! Grab a drink and let’s party the night away.
22:00 - Cake
Let’s cut the cake and enjoy a sweet slice together!
01:00 - Last bus
When the party winds down, the bus will take you safely back to Hotel Garden.
Reaching
the venues
Friday
NEWS! We have organized a bus from Hotel Garden to Restorant Egnatia on Friday morning at 10:45. You can of course choose to take your own car too. The return bus will leave in the evening once the party is over.
Saturday
On Saturday, we’ll provide complimentary bus transportation for everyone from the ceremony at Hotel Garden to Zoe Hora in Dhermi. For the return trip, we’ll offer one late-night bus around 1AM after the party ends. This way, you can fully enjoy the evening without worrying about driving! But if you’d like more flexibility with your return time, you’re of course welcome to come by car.
Gallery
Dress code
Friday: Semi-formal vibes! Suits for the guys (ties optional—don’t sweat it) and dresses for the ladies. Albanians love a bit of sparkle, so you don’t have to hold back on the glamour.
Saturday: Think relaxed chic. If you'd like, skip the tie, and for the ladies, dresses, jumpsuits, or stylish skirts and tops are spot-on. Don’t forget a warm jacket for the evening and comfy flats or low heels—your feet will thank you when tackling the beach and cobblestones!
