Diwali invitations set the tone for a celebration of light triumphing over darkness—one of the year's most meaningful gatherings. The right invitation honors the festival's spiritual significance while conveying the joy and warmth your guests will experience.
Starts from: “You're hosting a Diwali celebration on Saturday, November 2nd at 7 PM at your home in Portland, and want an invitation that feels both traditional and contemporary.” — edit anything once it’s designed.
Three directions — different wording, different design
Priya and Rajesh request the honor of your presence at
Saturday, November 2
7:00 PM
The Kapoor Residence
842 Laurel Heights Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97214
Festive attire
Please respond by October 26 to Priya at (503) 555-0147 or priya@email.com
Light refreshments and traditional sweets will be served. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Priya and Rajesh invite you to join us for
Saturday, November 2
7:00 PM
The Kapoor Residence
842 Laurel Heights Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97214
Festive attire
Please respond by October 26 to Priya at (503) 555-0147 or priya@email.com
Light refreshments and traditional sweets will be served. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Join us for Diwali
Saturday, November 2
7:00 PM
The Kapoor Residence
842 Laurel Heights Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97214
Festive attire
Please respond by October 26 to Priya at (503) 555-0147 or priya@email.com
Light refreshments and traditional sweets will be served. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Wording examples
FormalDiwali—the Festival of Lights
Saturday, the second of November
at seven o'clock in the evening
842 Laurel Heights Avenue
Portland, Oregon 97214
Black tie optional. Festive attire warmly welcomed.
PlayfulAn evening of light, laughter, and tradition
Saturday, November 2nd • 7 PM
Our home in Portland
Come hungry, leave happy
RSVP by October 26
ModernSaturday, November 2 at 7 PM
842 Laurel Heights Avenue, Portland
An evening honoring tradition, connection, and joy
Festive dress encouraged
Light refreshments and sweets to follow
Good to know
Festive, colorful attire is traditional and encouraged—think rich jewel tones, embroidered fabrics, or traditional dress like a sari, kurta, or lehenga. Many guests wear their finest celebration wear. Your invitation will specify the dress code, and the host will likely welcome both traditional and contemporary festive outfits.
Send Diwali invitations 3–4 weeks in advance to give guests time to arrange their schedules and plan their attire. Since Diwali dates shift each year based on the lunar calendar, early notice helps. RevelPost lets you set custom RSVP deadlines and send gentle reminders as the date approaches, ensuring strong attendance for your celebration.
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