Life of the party

A blog by Evite

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Should I make an Invitation or an Event Page? A guide to picking the right one for your gathering

Not sure whether to send an Invitation or create an Event Page on Evite? Here's what each one is built for, so you can find the right fit for your gathering.

Birthday-themed foods including a hot dog bundle, pancakes with candles, and a pyramid of champagne glasses.

Ideas worth saving: switch things up with these birthday cake alternatives

Don’t like cake? Make your birthday bash unique and swap your cake for one of these tasty dishes and desserts.

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This personality quiz will tell you exactly what gathering to host

Saw this theme and thought of you! Take this party personality quiz to find your theme and customize your textable invite.

Hmmm… we can’t find anything that matches that 🤔

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Gift Guide: For the alcohol-free host 💌

Move over “bottle of red wine”… these are the non-alcoholic gifts we’re bringing to parties from now on.

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Cheesy garlic bread with parsley and sticks of butter, surrounded by eggs, salt, cheese, dough, and garlic cloves.

This football cheesy bread is a total score 🏈

Fun-shaped foods are IN this season… see how to make this football-inspired bread.

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10 baby shower themes we’re loving for 2025

It’s a baby shower bonanza! From denim decor to soda shoppes, check out our full list of trending baby shower themes that’ll be taking over this year.

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Group of friends cheering with drinks while watching a TV showing a close-up of a chicken slider.

Our Super Bowl MVP? These easy buffalo chicken sliders.

Savory sliders that come together in minutes and are guaranteed to please even the fan whose team is down by six in the fourth quarter.

Valentine-themed illustration with hearts, cherries, bows, cupid, and a cocktail glass with heart shapes.

10 themes for your best Galentine’s Day party yet

This list is by the girls, for the girls. See the 10 ideas we’re loving for Galentine’s Day.

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Trending adult party themes to host this year

From cherry everything to a party specifically dreamed up for all you introverts out there... see which themes to keep top-of-mind this year.

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Kids’ birthday party ideas that will instantly make you the “cool” parent

Here are the eight kids’ birthday trends you’ll be seeing everywhere this year.

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Celebrating a milestone birthday soon? Let’s pick out your theme.

Whether you’re turning 30, 70, or 100 (or any age in between), we’ve got the themes that will make your birthday celebration totally memorable.

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Peek inside our Christmas dinner Pinterest moodboard 📌

We’ve rounded up five festive recipes to make your holiday season even more merry — including Tini's viral mac and cheese recipe!

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13 Galentine’s Day Ideas Your Girl Group Will Absolutely Adore

Wine, PJs, crêpes and more. Throw the Galentine’s party to end all Galentine’s parties with these ideas and tips.

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Is it Sanders, Sanders’, or Sanderses…?? Here’s how to address your holiday cards.

Holiday cards should be about good cheer… not about spending half an hour searching if you need an apostrophe or a hyphen. We’re here to help!

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Adult party games that are actually fun

Get the party going with these beloved games (that we’ve played and totally recommend).

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Back to school playdate invite with calendar, kids with backpacks photo, cupcake, smile, and teeth doodles.

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Back-to-school party ideas, themes & more to celebrate the end of summer

Looking to celebrate the end of the summer with a back-to-school party? Check out these smart tips and fun party ideas from the experts at Evite!

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Birthday card in teal envelope saying It's game on for Quinn's birthday with cake, candles, balloon, camera, and decoration.

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What to write on a birthday party invitation

Not sure what to write in your birthday invitations? The party planning pros at Evite can help you write the perfect birthday invitation message.

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Thank you card with green and white floral designs on top and bottom, surrounded by eucalyptus leaves.

What to write in your wedding thank you cards

Need help writing your thank you notes for your wedding? The pros at Evite have you covered with these wedding thank you card wording examples and tips.

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The only wedding timeline you need: here’s when to send out your invitations

From the engagement party to save the dates to the big day, we’re breaking down when to send invites for every moment of your wedding planning journey.

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This snack idea by Aliza J. Sokolow will get your kids eating plenty of fresh produce—seriously!

A colorful, kid-friendly, fruit-filled spin on the classic cheese board.

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How to throw a summer party like you’re in the Hamptons

Throw a Hamptons-eqsue party in your own backyard.

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When to throw a baby shower

Throwing a baby shower? Turn to the experts at Evite to learn about all things planning (including sending the perfect invitations).

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Baseball-themed party items including baseball cookies, bats, balls, cups, and a Coca-Cola bottle on green turf.

Real Parties: Maverick’s Rookie Year

Award-winning Atlanta-based blogger Erica A. Thomas knocked it out of the park with her son Maverick's baseball-themed 1st birthday party.

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Elegant summer dinner table with floral centerpiece, candles, glassware, and drinks outdoors.

How to throw a cheers-worthy dinner party

7 dinner party themes (and their matching invitations) for every #SummerSoirée vibe.

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A berry easy summer cocktail recipe

Looking for the perfect mixed drink for your 4th of July party? This refreshing berry and mint cocktail recipe is sure to be a crowd favorite.

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So… what am I supposed to write in a baby shower thank you card?

Need help with what to write in a baby shower thank you card? Evite has you covered with these helpful tips and examples.

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When should you send your baby shower invitations?

The experts at Evite have outlined when to send out baby shower invitations to make your baby shower planning easier.

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