A company holiday party invitation has a few jobs that a personal invitation does not: it has to be inclusive, clear about logistics like plus-ones and dress code, and professional enough to send to the whole company, but still warm enough that people want to come. This guide gives you company holiday party invitation wording for email, Slack or Teams, and printed or digital invitations, for offices, corporate events and small teams.
Quick Answer: How to Word a Company Holiday Party Invitation
Name the host and the event, give the date, time and venue, say what will happen, state the dress code and whether guests or plus-ones are welcome, and set an RSVP date one to two weeks out. Ready to send:
You’re invited to the Brightline Holiday Celebration. Friday, December 11, 6:30–10:30 pm at The Grand Hall. Dinner, music and a toast to the year. Cocktail attire, guests welcome. Please RSVP by December 4.
What to Include in a Company Holiday Party Invitation
- Event name and host: “The Brightline team holiday party.”
- Date, start and end time.
- Venue and address, plus parking, transit or building access notes.
- What to expect: dinner, drinks, games, awards, music.
- Dress code: business casual, festive, cocktail.
- Guests: employees only, or partners and plus-ones welcome.
- Food notes: vegetarian and non-alcoholic options available.
- RSVP deadline and how to reply.
- Accessibility contact for questions or accommodations.
Inclusive Wording Tips
Not everyone celebrates Christmas, so many companies call it a “holiday party,” “end-of-year celebration” or “winter celebration.” Keep the focus on celebrating the year and the team. Make attendance genuinely optional if it is outside working hours, and mention non-alcoholic drinks.
Company Holiday Party Invitation Wording
Formal / corporate
You’re invited to the Brightline Annual Holiday Celebration
Friday, December 11, 2026 · 6:30–10:30 pm
The Grand Hall, 200 Market Street
Join us for dinner, music and a toast to a remarkable year. Cocktail attire.
Guests are welcome. Please RSVP by Friday, December 4.
Warm and friendly
It’s been a big year, and we couldn’t have done it without you. Please join us for our holiday party on Thursday, December 17 from 5 to 8 pm at the office. Food, drinks and a few surprises. Partners welcome!
Casual office party
Holiday Party Alert! 🎉
Wednesday, Dec 16 · 4 pm · 3rd-floor kitchen
Snacks, festive drinks and a white elephant exchange (optional, $20 limit). Ugly sweaters encouraged, not required.
End-of-year celebration (non-holiday wording)
End-of-Year Celebration
Let’s close out 2026 together. Join us on Friday, December 18 at 5:30 pm at Harbor Kitchen for dinner and a look back at the year. RSVP by December 11.
Small team
Team, let’s celebrate! Holiday dinner on Tuesday, Dec 15 at 7 pm at Luca’s. The company is covering dinner. Please reply by Friday so I can confirm the reservation.
Remote or hybrid team
Virtual Holiday Party
Thursday, December 17 · 4–5 pm ET · Video link in your calendar
Games, a quick year-in-review and a toast. Grab a drink and join from wherever you are.
Email Subject Lines
- You’re invited: Our 2026 Holiday Party
- Save the date: Holiday Celebration, Dec 11
- Join us to celebrate the year 🎉
- RSVP by Dec 4: Team Holiday Dinner
- Reminder: Holiday Party is next Friday
Slack or Teams Announcement
:tada: Holiday Party is on! Friday, Dec 11, 6:30 pm at The Grand Hall. Dinner, music and a few awards. Partners welcome. Please RSVP by Dec 4 using the invitation link: [link]
Reminder Wording
Friendly reminder: RSVPs for the holiday party close this Friday. If you haven’t replied yet, please do so using the invitation link so we can finalize catering.
See you tomorrow! The holiday party starts at 6:30. Valet is available, and the venue is a 5-minute walk from Central Station.
Planning Timeline
- 6–8 weeks before: book the venue.
- 4 weeks before: send the invitation or save the date.
- 1 week before: RSVP deadline and final headcount.
- 1–2 days before: reminder with logistics.
For more, see office Christmas party invitations, holiday party invitation email and corporate event invitations.
Sending a Video Invitation to the Team
TwistInvite doesn’t have office-specific templates, but its Christmas and winter party designs work well for a company celebration. Choose a design in the app, add your logistics and share one link by email or chat. Colleagues open it in a browser and reply Going, Can’t make it or Maybe without creating an account, and email is optional.
How to Plan and Send the Invitation, Step by Step
- Confirm budget and approval with leadership or finance.
- Book the venue six to eight weeks ahead in December.
- Decide the guest policy: employees only, plus-ones, families or contractors.
- Send a save the date if the party is large or off-site.
- Send the full invitation about four weeks before with all logistics.
- Collect RSVPs and dietary needs through one link or form.
- Send a reminder one to two days before with directions and timing.
Wording for Specific Workplace Situations
Daytime party during work hours
Join us for our holiday lunch on Wednesday, December 16, from 12 to 2 pm in the main conference room. Lunch is provided, and calendars are cleared for the team.
Families invited
This year’s holiday party is family-friendly! Bring your partner and kids on Saturday, December 12, from 2 to 5 pm. There will be crafts, cocoa and a visit from a special guest.
Thank-you and awards evening
Please join us as we celebrate the people who made 2026 our best year yet. Dinner and team awards on Friday, December 11 at 7 pm.
Clients and partners invited
We would be delighted if you could join the Brightline team for our end-of-year reception on Thursday, December 10, from 6 to 8 pm. Kindly reply by December 3.
Optional, no-pressure note
The party is optional, and we understand if you can’t make it. If you’re free, we’d love to see you there.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Calling it a Christmas party when not everyone celebrates; “holiday” or “end-of-year” is more inclusive.
- Not saying whether partners or plus-ones are invited.
- Leaving out the end time, parking or building access.
- No mention of non-alcoholic or vegetarian options.
- Sending it less than two weeks ahead in December.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you word a company holiday party invitation?
Name the host and event, give the date, time and venue, describe what will happen, state the dress code and whether guests are welcome, and include an RSVP deadline.
Should a company party be called a Christmas party or a holiday party?
Many companies use “holiday party” or “end-of-year celebration” so everyone feels included. Use the name that fits your team.
When should you send a company holiday party invitation?
About four weeks ahead, or send a save the date six to eight weeks ahead and the full invitation three to four weeks before.
What should an RSVP deadline be for a work party?
One to two weeks before the event, so you can confirm catering and seating.
Should spouses be invited to the company holiday party?
It depends on budget and culture. Whatever you decide, state it clearly on the invitation so nobody has to ask.
How do I invite remote employees?
Hold a virtual option or a local meetup, and send the invitation to everyone at the same time with the same RSVP deadline.
Make Your Company Holiday Party Invitation
Pick a Christmas or winter design and send one link to the whole team. Browse Christmas video invitations.
Create it in the TwistInvite app
Download free on iPhone or Android, then share one link with your guests.