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Birthday party invitation message and wording
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A good birthday party invitation message tells guests whose birthday it is, where to be, and — for children — when to collect them. A birthday card can be anything from a balloon-covered invitation to a soft-play party to a black-and-gold card for a fortieth. Here is wording for every kind, in English and Arabic, with short WhatsApp texts to send with the card, the small-print lines parents look for, and what to say afterwards.
In this article
- What goes on the card
- Kids' birthday party wording
- First birthday invitation message for WhatsApp
- Adults and milestones
- Birthday party invitation message for friends
- Lines for gifts, siblings and allergies
- Thank-you messages after the party
- Replying to a birthday invitation
- In Arabic
- Making and sending the card
What goes on the card
- Whose birthday, and which one
- Day, date, start and — for children's parties — end time
- Venue, with the area or a location pin
- Theme or dress code, if there is one
- How to reply, and by when
| Party | Send it | Must include |
|---|---|---|
| Kids' party | 2–3 weeks before | End time and pick-up |
| First birthday | 2–3 weeks before | Whether siblings are welcome |
| Milestone (30, 40, 50) | 3–4 weeks before | Dress code |
| Surprise party | 3–4 weeks before | Arrival time and "keep it secret" |
Kids' birthday party wording
Zayed is turning 5! 🎈 Join us for games, cake and fun Saturday, 23 January 2027, 4:00–6:30 pm Our home, Mirdif, Dubai Please reply by 16 January
Calling all superheroes! 🦸 Layan's 7th birthday party Saturday, 30 January 2027, 3:00–5:30 pm Play area, Dubai Hills Mall Capes optional, fun guaranteed
First birthday invitation message for WhatsApp
Our little Hessa is turning one 🤍 Please join us for her first birthday Friday, 22 January 2027, 5:00 pm Our home, Al Barsha
Can you believe it? Our baby girl is turning one! 🎂 We'd love you to celebrate with us on Friday 22 January at 5 pm. Card attached — let us know if you can come.
One year of smiles, sleepless nights and so much love. Join us for Omar's first birthday on Saturday 23 January! 🎈
Adults and milestones
Forty and fabulous ✨ Join us to celebrate Reem's 40th Thursday, 21 January 2027, 8:30 pm Dress code: black and gold Downtown Dubai
Join us for dinner and good company to celebrate Sameer's 30th birthday Friday, 29 January 2027, 8 pm Dubai Marina
Shh — it's a surprise! Join us for Ahmed's 50th birthday Friday, 22 January 2027 — arrive by 7:30 pm sharp Palm Jumeirah Please keep it secret
Birthday party invitation message for friends
Most birthday invitations in the UAE travel on WhatsApp: the card as a picture or a moving card, and a line or two in your own voice.
It's my birthday and I'm celebrating! 🎉 Dinner on Friday 29 January, 8 pm at Dubai Marina. Card attached — say yes!
Hi parents! Zayed's 5th birthday party is on Saturday 23 January, 4–6:30 pm. Invitation attached — please reply by 16 January so we can plan party bags.
Lines for gifts, siblings and allergies
The small print on a birthday card saves the most awkward conversations. Add only the lines you need, at the bottom of the card or in the message.
Your presence is the only gift we need — no presents, please.
Siblings are very welcome — just let us know how many are coming.
This is a drop-off party. Pick-up at 6:30 pm.
Please let us know of any allergies when you reply, so we can plan the food.
Please wear something you don't mind getting messy — there will be paint! 🎨
If the party is at a restaurant and the host is paying, the invitation simply says "join us for dinner". If guests are splitting the bill, say so kindly in the message rather than on the card.
Thank-you messages after the party
Thank you for coming to Zayed's party and for the lovely gift — he hasn't stopped playing with it! 🎈
Thank you all for making my 40th so special. I'm lucky to have you. ✨
Replying to a birthday invitation
Thank you for the invitation! We'd love to come — see you on Saturday! 🎈
Thank you so much for thinking of us. Sadly we're away that weekend, but we'll be celebrating from afar. Happy birthday!
In Arabic
زايد صار عمره 5 سنوات! 🎈 ندعوكم لمشاركتنا حفل عيد ميلاده السبت 23 يناير 2027 من الرابعة حتى السادسة والنصف مساءً مردف، دبي
يسعدنا دعوتكم لحضور حفل عيد ميلاد ريم الخميس 21 يناير 2027 الساعة 8:30 مساءً وسط مدينة دبي
Making and sending the card
Choose Birthday in the Invited studio for balloons, florals, disco and gold designs, type the details in English or Arabic, and download the card — or a moving version. Free designs download without a watermark.
To see who is coming, send it through Send invitations: guests reply on WhatsApp with one tap and the count builds itself.
Ready when you are
Questions people ask
When should birthday invitations go out?
Two to three weeks before for children's parties, and three to four weeks for a milestone or a surprise party.
Should a kids' party invitation include an end time?
Yes. Parents plan pick-up around it, and it keeps the party to the length you booked the venue for.
How do I send a birthday invitation on WhatsApp?
Download the card as a picture or a short video, then send it with a one-line message. For a big list, a service like Invited sends it to each guest with Yes/No reply buttons.
Is there a free birthday invitation maker without a watermark?
Yes. The free designs in the Invited studio download without a watermark, and all fonts are free.
What do I write for a first birthday invitation?
The baby's name, "first birthday", the date, time and place, and a warm line from the parents. Keep it short and sweet.
How do I keep a surprise party secret?
Say so on the card, ask guests to arrive before the guest of honour, and send the invitation privately rather than in a group they share.
