Celebration of life invitation template
Celebration of life invitation templates with brighter colors and room for the plans: food, music, what to wear and what to bring. Fill one in, then send it as an image or print it.
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How it differs from a funeral invitation
A celebration of life is usually looser than a funeral: an open house, a meal in a barn, an afternoon at the beach. The invitation can say more about the day and less about ceremony. The front gives the name, the date and the place. The back can tell guests to dress casually or wear a favorite color, to bring a lawn chair or a story, or that there will be an open mic.
Wording ideas
Lines that suit a celebration:
- “Come celebrate the life of”
- “Join us for an afternoon of stories for”
- “Please join us to raise a glass to”
- “An open house in memory of”
On the back, one or two sentences in the person’s spirit go a long way: “Wear something bright. She would have hated a room full of black.” For planning ideas for the day, see celebration of life ideas. For a matching handout, see the celebration of life program template designs.
Sending it
Most families text or email the JPG first and post it in a family group. Print a few 5 × 7 cards for people who would rather have one in the mail. For a traditional service, see funeral invitation designs.
Questions families ask
How far ahead should I send a celebration of life invitation?
Two to four weeks ahead is common, since a celebration of life is often held later than a funeral. If it is within a week, send the image by text and email the same day.
Can I ask guests to bring something?
Yes. Many invitations ask guests to bring a photo, a written memory or a dish to share. Put it on the back so the front stays simple.
What if we are not having a formal service?
That is what many celebrations are. Call it a gathering, an open house or a party, and give the hours ("drop in any time from 2 to 5") instead of a start time.