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.

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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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Spa party guide

Our guide for stress-free planning and hosting for a perfect spa day party for you and your friends.

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Poker night party guide

The ultimate guide for planning a poker night party, with tips for invitations, decorations, food and drinks.

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Halloween collage with candy corn, envelope with cat eyes, bat, ghost, laughing mouths, and a witch party invite.

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Ready to get spooky? Here are 30+ fun ways to word your Halloween invitations

Check out these tips and ideas for clever ways to word your Halloween party invitations.

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Roaring ’20s-theme party guide

Check out our party guide for how to take it back to the '20s, the time of feather boas and Duke Ellington.

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How to make DIY Lunar New Year paper fortune cookies

This Lunar New Year, treat your friends and family with these DIY fortune cookies.

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How long do you have to stay at a party?

Is it time to go yet? Check out this practical guest guide tip for attending parties.

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Guide to Hanukkah candle-lighting readings

Get prepared for the candle-lighting ritual that is sure to be a part of your Hanukkah celebration.

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Cheers! The dos and don’ts of giving a toast

Does the thought of giving a toast turn your knees weak? Ease your nerves with our top 10 dos and don'ts.

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Top 10 party games

From cards to trivia, these party games are guaranteed to offer non-stop fun and never-ending laughs.

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Essential Components of a Full Bar

From liquor to jigger, here's everything you need to set up a full bar at home.

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Crow’s blood champagne cocktail recipe

Easy to make. Even easier to enjoy!

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Bewitching drinks for a mystery dinner night

Mix up some boos-y cocktails or macabre mocktails for your next spooky soirée.

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It’s me, hi, the Taylor Swift friendship bracelet cookie recipe you need to bookmark

Brace yourselves, Swifties, because this recipe is for you!

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Summer Party Playbooks: Curated guides for trending party themes

Get all the decor, outfit, activity and menu ideas you need in our free, compact-yet-comprehensive guides.

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This grilled salad pizza recipe is your new summer go-to

The days of the side salad are over now that salad pizzas are a thing.

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The al fresco pizza party you need to be throwing this summer

Everything you need to elevate your pizza night, including top Crate & Barrel finds.

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Everything you need to know about gifting etiquette for kids’ birthdays

Find everything from top toy suggestions to ideas for no-gift parties in this guide to kids’ birthday gifting etiquette.

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Skeleton lounging on a pink flamingo float in clear blue water.

Celebrate spooky season early with a Summerween party

A scary good idea? Throwing a Summerween party. Get our top tricks (and treats) here.

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Calling all Princesses of Genovia: This is how to throw a Princess Diaries party

The best party idea ever? Shut up!

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Super sweet birthday traditions to start with your family

Balloons avalanches to party hats on stuffies, starting a bday tradition with your kids is fun for everyone! Check out these 5 easy and adorable ideas.

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Collage of tacos, wine bottles, pouring wine, clinking glasses, and taco party invitation.

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This is your sign to throw a WTF (Wine, Tacos + Friends) party

This viral party idea couldn’t be easier to throw (and, c'mon, we'll take any excuse to throw a party centered around tacos).

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Four colorful paper sheets labeled Luau, Boho Mermaid, Nerf, Taylor Swift with themed icons on gray star background.

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Kids’ Party Playbooks: Curated guides for top party themes

Comprehensive guides for the most popular themed kids’ birthday parties right now. Get decor ideas, activity suggestions and more!

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This is how to throw an unforgettable garden disco party

Retro boldness combines with outdoor elegance in this hot new party trend.

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Have a mystical evening with a midyear manifestation party

In need of a midyear reset? Gather your group for a soothing night of mindfulness and manifestation to set the tone for the rest of 2024.

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