Consider creative event invitation wording to alert your guests of the fun that is in store for them at your celebration.
About Event Invitations
The invitation is the first thing that guests will see before your event. The invitation sets the tone and theme for your event as well as provides guest with pertinent information on what to expect.
Invitations can range from formal to casual. Most contain the basic information along with a response card to send back to the host. For a more casual party, the response is usually done through a phone call. Some invitations are hand written while others are ordered from a printer. The more formal the occasion, the more formal the invitation should be.
Events that require invitations include:
- Weddings
- Bridal or baby showers
- Special fundraising events
- Surprise parties
- Holiday parties
- Afternoon tea parties
A creative invitation will attract the attention of your guests and impress them with your creativity. A catchy phrase or fun wording will set your invitation apart from the rest. Choose something that reflects the tone of the event along with your individual style and personality.
Basic Invitation Elements
There are basic elements that every invitation should include. The invitation should have the following components:
- The name of the host or organization holding the event
- The event's name
- Location
- Date
- Time
- Special considerations such as whether it is a black tie affair, cash bar, etc.
- RSVP information
- If there is a charge to attend the event
Sample Event Invitation Wording
If you are looking for event invitation wording consider one of the following samples:
Sample 1: Fundraising Event Wording
You are invited to the Annual Charity Gala: (Event Name)
Dinner and Silent Auction
Dancing and Entertainment
Date
Time
Location
Reservations required
Tickets $100 Phone Number
Sample 2: Charity Event Wording
You are cordially invited to attend (Name of Organization's) Gala Cocktails and Dinner at (Time) Black-tie preferred
Date Location
Respond by (Date) to (Name)
Sample 3: Wedding Invitation Wording
(Bride or Groom's Parents' Names)request the honor of your presence
at the marriage of their (daughter/son)
(Bride or Groom's Name)
To
(Bride or Groom's Name)
(daughter/son) of Mr. & Mrs. (Bride or Groom's Parents' Names)
as they exchange marriage vows
at (Time)
on (Day, Date, Year)
Location City, State
RSVP by Date
Sample 4: Company Celebration Wording
The Partners of (Name of Firm)
would like to thank you for being such an important member of our winning team.
Join us for dinner and cocktails at
Location
Time Date
RSVP
Sample 5: Company Holiday Party Wording
Celebrate the holiday season
with fellow employees and good cheer
at the Holiday Dinner to end the year
Date
Time
Location
Company's Name and Logo
Sample 6: Luncheon Event Wording
You are invited to a
Garden Luncheon
hosted by the Women's Club
on (Date) at (Time)
at (Location)
Kindly respond by (Date) to (Contact Person Name) at (Phone Number)
Timing Considerations
When sending out invitations for a special event, be sure to send them at least six weeks prior to the event. For an informal event, invitations may be sent two weeks prior to the event.
