The Return To The Outdoors
After years of increasingly controlled, indoor event environments, something has shifted. Couples, families, and corporate planners alike are rediscovering the irreplaceable quality of an outdoor event — the open sky, the natural light, the sense of scale that no interior can quite replicate.
Sangeet Nights Under The Stars
The sangeet has always been the most celebratory, joyful event in a wedding sequence — and 2026's couples are leaning into that energy by taking it outdoors. Fairy lights strung between trees, a live dhol performer, and the natural acoustics of an open garden create a setting that no ballroom can match.
Daytime Garden Receptions
The daytime reception — long considered unfashionable — is having a genuine comeback. Natural light is extraordinary for photography, guests feel more relaxed and social in daylight, and the energy of a garden in full afternoon sun is genuinely joyful. Our Lawn & Glass House is specifically designed for this format.
Corporate Garden Events
Organisations are discovering that team-building activities, product launches, and informal corporate gatherings benefit enormously from an outdoor setting. The psychological effect of being outside — reduced stress, increased creativity, greater social ease — makes outdoor corporate events measurably more effective.
Interested in planning an outdoor event at Calista? Our Lawn & Glass House can host up to 1500 guests and is available for all event formats. Contact our team today.