<![CDATA[Betawi traditional weddings are not only a ceremonial union of two individuals but also a social arena where values of togetherness and solidarity are expressed through the tradition of “invite one, ten will come.” This study aims to explore the social meaning behind this tradition and examine its role in strengthening social solidarity within the Betawi community. The research employed a descriptive qualitative approach with five informants selected through purposive sampling, based on their knowledge, experience, and direct involvement in Betawi wedding practices. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings show that the “invite one, ten will come” tradition emerges from extended kinship structures, communal visiting practices, and reciprocal relations (mulangin) that continue to be preserved across generations. Despite adjustments in its implementation due to modernization, the core value of social solidarity remains intact and continues to function as a cohesive force within the contemporary Betawi community. Pernikahan adat Betawi bukan hanya menjadi ruang penyatuan dua individu, tetapi juga arena sosial tempat nilai kebersamaan dan solidaritas diwujudkan melalui tradisi “undang satu datang sepuluh”. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengungkap makna sosial di balik tradisi tersebut serta perannya dalam memperkuat solidaritas masyarakat Betawi. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan total lima informan yang dipilih melalui purposive sampling berdasarkan pengetahuan, pengalaman, dan keterlibatan mereka dalam penyelenggaraan pernikahan adat Betawi. Data diperoleh melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi lapangan, dan dokumentasi, kemudian dianalisis menggunakan model Miles & Huberman yang meliputi reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tradisi “undang satu datang sepuluh” lahir dari struktur kekerabatan luas, praktik silaturahmi komunal, serta sistem timbal balik (mulangin) yang masih terjaga lintas generasi. Meskipun terjadi penyesuaian dalam bentuk pelaksanaan akibat modernisasi, nilai solidaritas sosial yang melandasi tradisi ini tetap bertahan dan berfungsi sebagai perekat hubungan antar anggota komunitas Betawi.]]>
