Plan a walima that blesses, not burdens

The Sunnah of walima

The Prophet ﷺ told Abdur-Rahman ibn Awf: “Give a walima, even if only with one sheep” (Sahih al-Bukhari). The walima is about gratitude and sharing joy — not about competing with other families.

Ways to keep costs down

• Invite family, friends, and people in need. The Prophet ﷺ criticised a walima to which only the rich are invited and the poor are left out.
• Combine events instead of hosting several separate functions.
• Agree the budget with both families before booking anything.
• Put what you save toward the start of your married life.