Birthday Invitation Wording: What to Write (with Examples)
A birthday invitation has one job: tell people where to be, when to be there and what to expect. The best ones do that in a few friendly lines. Here is what to include and some wording you can copy.
What every invitation needs
- The name of the birthday person and the age they are turning (optional for adults).
- The date and the start time, and the end time if it is a drop-off party.
- The full address of the venue, and a note about parking if it is tricky.
- How to RSVP: a phone number or a link, and a reply-by date.
- Anything guests should know: a theme, a dress code, allergies or if siblings are welcome.
Wording examples
For a kids' party
“Mason is turning 7 and we are celebrating with a dinosaur party! Join us on Saturday, December 12 at 2:00 PM at Sunny Play Zone, 123 Main St. Please RSVP by December 5.”
For a teen party
“Come hang out for Ava's 15th birthday. Pizza, music and games at our place on Friday at 6:00 PM. Text me if you can make it.”
For an adult party
“Join us for dinner and drinks to celebrate Daniel's 40th. Saturday, March 8 at 7:30 PM at The Garden Room. Kindly reply by March 1.”
When to send it
Send kids' invitations two to three weeks before the party and adult invitations three to four weeks before. If guests need to travel, send it earlier. A friendly reminder a few days before helps a lot.
Why a video invitation works well
Most parents share invitations by text or in a group chat. A short video with your child's photo gets noticed, the details are right there on the last screen and it is easy to forward.
Create your birthday video invitation in minutes and preview it for free.
See my free preview