The Heart of the Celebration
Aroos Stages Built for Columbus's Somali Community
When Somali families in Columbus plan an aroos, the stage is everything. It's where the bride makes her entrances — each one in a new dirac or gown — where the shaash saar takes place, where every photo and video of the night is centered. Events By Maryam has become one of the decorators Columbus's Somali community calls first, because we understand what an aroos stage needs to be: grand, glowing, and unmistakably beautiful from the very back of the hall.
Columbus holds one of the largest Somali populations in the United States, and aroos season here fills halls across the north side, the Westerville corridor, and beyond. We design for the way Somali weddings actually flow — evening starts, multiple bridal entrances, space for buraanbur poetry and dancing, the xeedho presentation, and seating arrangements configured for your family's preference, whether fully mixed or with separate sections.
Our aroos designs range from classic white-and-gold luxury to bold color themes matched to the bride's diracs. Every package includes the stage and backdrop, lounge or throne seating for the couple, entrance styling, and lighting designed for video — because an aroos lives forever on camera. Explore our full Somali wedding services.
Every Somali Celebration
From Nikah to Dirac Night
Aroos reception stage and full hall design. Dirac night decor with rich colors and lounge styling. Shaash saar ceremony settings. Xeedho presentation staging. Nikah decor at home, hall, or masjid. Buraanbur and dance floor framing. We also coordinate multi-event packages so the nikah, dirac night, and aroos all carry one beautiful, connected design story.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does aroos decoration cost in Columbus?
Aroos decor in Columbus typically ranges from $1,500 to $6,500. A stage-and-backdrop package with couple seating and lighting starts around $1,500-$2,500. Full hall packages with centerpieces, entrance styling, and ceiling draping for 200-400 guests typically run $3,000-$6,500. Contact Events By Maryam for a free quote.
Do you design dirac night and shaash saar settings?
Yes - dirac nights, shaash saar ceremonies, and xeedho presentations are all part of our Somali wedding services, either as standalone events or in multi-event packages with the aroos.
Can you set up for evening aroos timing?
Absolutely. We know Somali weddings run late - we schedule setup earlier in the day so the hall is complete before guests arrive, and takedown is handled after the celebration ends, however late that is.
Do you offer separate seating layouts?
Yes. We design mixed, partially separate, or fully separate men's and women's sections beautifully - whatever your family prefers and your hall allows.
