The most wonderful time of year is here, and that means sending out those holiday invitations. Whether you’re throwing an all-out Christmas bash, a cozy holiday cocktail party, or a cookie exchange for the kids, here are 100+ Christmas party invitation wording ideas to make your invitations sparkle.
Use these Christmas quotes and captions for your holiday invitations, greetings, and text messages to friends.
Don’t forget to check out these Christmas wine puns for more ideas.
Christmas Party Invites That Rhyme
When you add a rhyme to your Christmas party invitation, you’re sure to give your guests a giggle!
- “Jingle, jingle, Christmas is near—come join us for holiday cheer!” (find the template for this Christmas party rhyme here).
- “Holly jolly and oh so bright—come and celebrate Christmas night!”
- “Deck the halls and join us to play, we’re throwing a holiday party on this day ___.”
- “It’s the season for laughter, joy, and delight, come celebrate Christmas with us this special night.”
- “Candy canes and mistletoe—come to the party where good times flow!”
- “No silent night—just friends, fun, and cheers! Come make Christmas memories that last for years.”
- “Twinkle lights and snowy sights, gather ’round for a festive night!”
- “Ho ho ho and fa la la—join us for some festive ha ha ha!”
- “A cup of cheer, a dash of delight—come join us for a festive night!”
- “The weather outside may be frightful, but our party will be so delightful!”
- “Santa’s sleigh will soon take flight—come celebrate with us on this night!”
- “Gather round for Christmas cheer, it’s our favorite time of year!”
- “Vino, snacks, and holiday cheer—come sip with us this year!” (a clever Christmas party invitation wording idea if there ever was!)
- “Bring your holiday cheer, and let’s make it clear—this party’s the highlight of the year!”
- “Tinsel and cheer are what you’ll find here—come to our holiday gathering, it only happens once a year!” (Customize this Christmas party message template here).
Funny Christmas Party Invitation Wording Ideas
- “Santa’s always watching, but he won’t mind if you come and wine-d down with us.”
- “It’s Christmas! You’re invited, no elf-ing excuses.”
- “Let’s get lit like the Christmas tree! Join us for a holly jolly night.”
- “It’s the most wine-derful time of the year! Come sip and be merry.”
- “Who needs a silent night? Let’s get loud and merry!”
- “Let’s make spirits bright (and by spirits, we mean cocktails!).”
- “It’s beginning to cost a lot like Christmas, so let’s celebrate what’s free: good company!”
- “Sip happens—especially at our holiday gathering!”
- “The eggnog will be spiked, so it’s time to get festive!. Come rock around the Christmas tree with us!”
Holiday Cocktail Parties
Whether you’re serving up Christmas cocktails or mulled wine, your holiday cocktail party will be a hit with these wording ideas.
- “Mix, mingle, and be merry! Join us for holiday cocktails on [date].”
- “Time for a little bubbly and a lot of cheer! An enchanting evening of holiday cocktails awaits.”
- “Shaking up some holiday magic. Come sip, savor, and celebrate with us on [date].”
- “Christmas spirits? We have them, and we’re serving them up! Come for a drink or three.”
- “Pop, fizz, clink—let’s make this Christmas a celebration to remember!”
- “Cocktails, laughter, and holiday cheer—join us for some festive fun!”
- “Spreading cheer, one cocktail at a time. Join us for holiday magic!”
- “Sip, savor, and sparkle this season. You’re invited to our Christmas cocktail night!”
- “Holiday drinks and festive vibes await—come and join us!”
- “Sip around the Christmas tree with us at the (insert your family’s name) holiday party!”
- “Join us as we sip around the Christmas tree!” (A simple holiday party invite saying that gets right to the point!)
- “The weather outside might be frightful, the wine and cocktails will be so delightful at our Christmas soiree.”
- “Deck the halls with glasses of bubbly at our annual Christmas party!”
- “Jingle all the way to the wine cellar and join us for a bring-a-bottle-share-a-bottle holiday wine party!” (I love this idea if you’re a wine-themed Christmas party).
- “Let’s raise a glass to good company and great vintages—join us for a holiday wine soirée!”
- “Let’s clink glasses and share laughs at our wine-and-mistletoe bash!”
- “We’re dreaming of a white (wine) Christmas, and you’re invited.” or…
- We’re dreaming of a champagne Christmas, and you’re invited!” (the perfect Christmas party invite wording idea for a holiday cocktail party).
Wording for Children’s Christmas Party Invites
- “Santa’s coming! Bring the kids for games, treats, and Christmas fun.”
- “The stockings are hung, and the cookies are baked. Bring the little ones for a Christmas party movie night.”
- “Christmas magic for everyone—games, goodies, and Santa’s sleigh. Let’s make some holiday memories on [date].”
- “Your little elves are invited for cookies, cocoa, and crafts galore!”
- “Santa’s workshop has come to town—bring the kids for a Christmas countdown!”
- “Hot cocoa, crafts, and holiday glee—come for fun with the whole family!”
- “Reindeer games and holiday delight—bring the kids for a festive night!”
Christmas Cookie Exchange Wording
- “Bake, bring, and exchange—cookies and holiday cheer guaranteed!”
- “Cookies and cocoa—what could be better? Join us for a cookie exchange on [date].”
- “Bake ’em, swap ’em, and eat ’em. Join us for our annual Christmas cookie exchange!”
- “Cookies, cookies, everywhere—bring some of yours and join in the holiday share!”
- “Bakers gonna bake—bring your best cookies and come join the fun!”
- “The more the merrier—and the same goes for cookies! Come share, taste, and have some festive fun!” (The template for this Christmas cookie exchange invite is here.)
- “Cookies to share, cocoa to sip—join us for a sweet holiday trip!”
- “Bring your favorite cookies and share in holiday treats galore: it’s a Christmas cookie exchange!”
- “Sugar, spice, and everything nice—join us for a cookie exchange that’s twice as nice!”
Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Invitation Messages
- “It’s that time of year—pull out your ugliest sweater and join us for some cheer!”
- “The uglier, the better! Come rock your tackiest Christmas sweater at our holiday bash.”
- “We’re on a mission to find the ugliest sweater—come and help us decide on [date]!”
- “Deck the halls with ugly sweaters! Come for laughs, drinks, and festive fun.”
- “Ugly sweater contest? You bet! Join us for a night of fun and may the worst sweater win.” (If you live in the Midwest, you’ll definitely want to throw a ‘you betcha’ in there!)
- “Santa loves a good ugly sweater—come join us for a night of holiday cheer!”
- “Get ready to sleigh in your most festive (and ugly) attire—our ugly sweater party awaits!”
- “Fa la la la… yikes! Wear your ugliest sweater and join us for holiday fun!”
- “The uglier, the merrier! Join us for an evening of laughs, drinks, and sweaters that make you say ‘oh, dear.’”
- “It’s an ugly sweater party, and we want to see the worst! Come for drinks, laughs, and a prize for the tackiest.”
- “Ugly sweaters, Christmas cheer—join us for the party of the year!”
Old-Fashioned Christmas Quotes
Add a good old-fashioned Christmas quote on your holiday invitations when you’re just not sure what to say!
- “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” – Norman Vincent Peale
- “He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under a tree.” – Roy L. Smith
- “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – Charles Dickens
- “Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection.” – Winston Churchill
- “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” – Buddy the Elf
- “May you never be too grown up to search the skies on Christmas Eve.” – Unknown
- “Christmas is not as much about opening our presents as opening our hearts.” – Janice Maeditere
- “The joy of brightening other lives, bearing each other’s burdens, easing others’ loads, and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of Christmas.” – W.C. Jones
- “Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas.” – Peg Bracken
- “Christmas gives us the opportunity to pause and reflect on the important things around us.” – David Cameron
Easy Invitation Wording for Christmas Parties
- “Santa’s sleigh is ready to take flight—come party with us all night!” (The template for this simple Christmas invite is here.)
- “Fa la la la fabulous! You’re invited to a holiday celebration that’s so magical, it can only happen once a year!”
- “Christmas comes but once a year—let’s make it one to cheer!” (sometimes the simplest Christmas party invitation wording ideas are the best!)
- “Christmas cheer is best when shared—come celebrate this festive season with us at the [insert your family name] annual Christmas party!”
- “Snow or shine, it’s party time! Join us for a night of festive fun.”
- “Eat, drink, and be merry—come celebrate the holiday season with us!”
- “Holiday magic is in the air, the Christmas bells are ringing, and the snow is glistening. Celebrate with us on [insert the date].”
- “Rudolph is ready, the lights are bright—let’s make it a magical night!”
- “Snowflakes are falling and hot drinks are calling—you’re invited to a night of holiday magic!”
- “Celebrate the season with those near and dear—join us for a night of festive cheer.”
- “Ornaments, lights, and holiday delight—come for the party that’ll make your night!”
- “Christmas lights are twinkling, the cocoa is hot—join us for fun, whether it’s snowy or not!” (Find this Christmas invite here).
- “Christmas comes just once a year—let’s gather round and spread some cheer!”
- “Cups of cheer and festive delights—join us for a magical night!”
- “We’re jingling all the way—come celebrate Christmas with us on [date].”
- “It’s a marshmallow world in the winter—come make it sweeter with us!”
- “From our family to yours, let’s make some holiday memories this year.”
- “Make the season merry and bright—come celebrate with us this special night!”
- “Twinkling lights and snowy sights—come for laughter and holiday delights.”
- “Jingle all the way to our house for a Christmas celebration!”
- “Sleigh bells ring—come join us and sing on [insert the date]”.