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Everything You Need to Know About Kids Party Invitations

A surprising amount of planning goes into a kids birthday party. From the birthday cake to the party bags, there are lots of details that shouldn’t be overlooked if you’re going to throw an event to remember. 

But before all of this, it’s important that your guests actually know when and where your party is taking place. That’s where your kids party invites come in. These small but crucial cards (or digital alternatives) make sure that your child’s friends all turn up on the day, and that you’re fully prepared for the number of guests you’ll be expecting. 

But what should go on a kids party invitation? And how far in advance do you send kids party invites? We’ve helped to throw thousands of amazing kids birthdays over the years, and we’re here to help with everything you need to know about nailing the humble kids birthday party invitation!

Kids party invite essentials

There are a handful of essentials that any kids birthday party invite must have to ensure it serves its purpose. These include: 

  • Key party info
  • Costume/decoration guidance
  • Your contact details

Key party info

This includes the what, when, and where of your party. Make sure to include these specifics so that your guests know where they need to come and join the fun – and so they can check there aren’t any clashes in their calendar. You’d be surprised at how busy kids can get around party season!

Costume/decoration guidance

It can sometimes be overlooked, but information about the party’s theme is an essential part of a kids party invite. Our free templated invites you’ll receive with your party booking do a great job of delivering this information with fun, themed visuals, but make sure you have some way of telling your guests what kind of party it’s going to be. You don’t want your guests turning up to your summery Hawaiian beach bash in gothic Halloween gear! 

Your contact details

If the goal of a kids party invitation is to let people know about your party, you’ve got to give your guests a way of telling you that they can come. Make sure to include your contact information somewhere near the bottom of the invite, along with any other information that you might require. 

This could include dietary information, specific needs of your guests (e.g. for SEND children), or whether your guests are bringing a plus-one with them.

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How far in advance should you send kids party invites? 

As mentioned, kids can have surprisingly busy social schedules if they have lots of friends and get invited to lots of birthday parties throughout the year. 

Because of this, it’s recommended that you send your kids party invitations out at least 3-4 weeks before your event takes place. This allows parents to check they’re available and let you know in plenty of time, so you can plan things like food or drink that are affected by your total guest count. 

Homemade or professional kids party invites? 

In our busy modern world, creating your own kids party invites can sometimes feel like another job you just don’t have time for. 

That’s where ‘professional’ invitations come in. There are plenty of services that will create as many invites as you need, which can even be personalised with guest names and event info. 

But there are reasons why creating your own homemade invitations could be the way to go.

Homemade party invite making kit on a family living room coffee table

Benefits of homemade invites 

  • Involve your kids: Creating homemade invitations allows your kids to get involved in the process. Even if this just means asking them to hand-write their friend’s names, it could mean a lot to them to be involved. 
  • Complete personalisation: While templates you find or purchase online might be customisable, nothing beats a handmade invitation that’s entirely yours. Guests may appreciate the extra effort – or at least, their parents might! 
  • Cost benefits: Creating homemade invites will often be a cheaper alternative to buying premade options online. This depends on how much effort you’re willing to make, but if you’re looking to keep your party budget-friendly, don’t be afraid to save money wherever possible. 

Benefits of professional invites

  • Stress-free: Rather than setting aside an afternoon or entire day to create your kids party invites, you can usually order as many as you need and receive them within a day or two. This cuts down the time that you can then spend on other elements of planning, such as entertainment
  • Wow-factor: Some parents may be impressed by professional kids party invites, especially if they have a premium feel that just can’t be replicated by homemade efforts. 

Don’t forget that any party you book with us comes with free templates for your kids party invites – potentially saving you the hassle of having to even choose which option to go with!

We’ll help you throw the best kids party ever!

If you want more help putting together your invites, or just have other questions about planning your kids party, get in touch. Our friendly team are kids party experts, and can help you choose and book the best kids party ever!

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