12 Beautiful Rehearsal Dinner Invitations — From Formal to Fun!
The wedding rehearsal dinner is the last major event in a long line leading up to your wedding day. The final stretch before the finish line, if you will.
Choosing your wedding rehearsal dinner invitations is just one part of planning the rehearsal dinner, which features some unique etiquette of its own (just like most aspects of a wedding!).
Later on in this post, we’ll share the answers to plenty of FAQs about how to word your rehearsal dinner invites, who you should invite, and more. But for now, relax a little and take a look at some of our picks. We’re sure you’re gonna love what we came up with.
Rehearsal Dinner Invitation Ideas
1. Eat, Drink, and Be Married Antique Rehearsal Dinner Invitation
Set the tone for a vintage-inspired celebration with the “Eat, Drink, and Be Married” rehearsal dinner invitation by Plush Paper Design. We’re loving the antique-style typography, which gives this invite a charmingly classic feel, perfect for a cozy, intimate gathering. Customizable in various elegant corner styles like scalloped or bracketed edges, this 5″ x 7″ card is available on a range of high-quality paper options—from uncoated matte to luxurious pearl shimmer. With free recipient addressing included, it’s as convenient as it is stylish. Ideal for couples who want to celebrate their love in timeless fashion!
2. Golden Rehearsal Dinner Invitation
Elegant and understated, the “Golden Rehearsal” invitation by Lehan Veenker combines modern design with a timeless touch of gold. We love the faux gold edging that gives this 7″ x 5″ flat card a subtle, luxurious accent without overwhelming the clean, classic layout. Printed on Minted’s premium Signature paper, this invitation sets the tone for a sophisticated evening, perfect for a stylish rehearsal dinner. Fully customizable and available with optional matching pieces, this design brings a refined warmth to any wedding celebration.
3. Modern Photo Rehearsal Dinner Invitation Template
We love how this minimalist rehearsal dinner invitation effortlessly captures the vibe of your upcoming celebration. Featuring a customizable photo of the happy couple, this digital template allows you to edit all details—from names to venue information—right in your browser using the easy-to-navigate Templett platform. No downloads or software needed! Just purchase, personalize, and send your invitation via text or email, or print it out for a personal touch. With options to adjust fonts, colors, and layouts, this invitation is a perfect blend of style and convenience for your pre-wedding gathering.
Get it from ScarlettWeddingsCo
4. I Do Barbecue Rehearsal Invitation
A backyard barbeque rehearsal dinner is an excellent example of the smaller, more intimate wedding celebrations we think will be a trademark of the next couple of years. (We’re lovin’ the whole micro wedding trend!)
With its cute illustration and fun fonts, this invite will put a smile on everyone’s face long before they get to the soiree. Comes in three color themes and three silhouettes.
Dimensions: 5 x 7 inches
Printing: Standard
Card Type: Flat Card
5. Concert Ticket Rehearsal Dinner Invitations
If you’re hosting a more casual affair, these authentic concert tickets are a fantastic way to invite your guests to your rehearsal dinner. Especially if you happen to be hosting it at the Hard Rock Cafe or a local music-themed restaurant. Or if music is what brought you together! Aww.
They come in your choice of nine vivid colors with envelopes to match.
Dimensions: 2 x 5.5 inches
Printing: Standard
Card Type: Card Stock
6. Flowering Mimosa Rehearsal Invitation
These invitations are the perfect balance of formal but not fussy, feminine but not too frilly. So if you’re doing a glittering candlelit dinner somewhere special, they’ll get the word out perfectly. Comes in three color themes.
Dimensions: 2 x 5.5 inches
Printing: Standard
Card Type: Card Stock
7. Elegant Palms Engagement Party Invitation
Bring a touch of modern sophistication to your engagement party with the Elegant Palms invitation by Meredith Collie. We love the subtle charcoal palm fronds that add a refined tropical feel without overpowering the design. Printed on Minted’s Signature paper, this 5″ x 7″ flat card offers a beautiful canvas to showcase your event details. Perfect for a chic celebration, this invitation sets an elevated tone right from the start.
8. Brews Before I Do Rehearsal Dinner Invitation
Get ready to toast to love with this “Brews Before I Do” rehearsal dinner invitation! Perfect for a couple who loves a laid-back vibe, this digital template features a fun beer theme with greenery accents, making it ideal for brewery gatherings or backyard celebrations. We love that it’s fully editable in Corjl—customize it right in your browser without needing any software downloads. Simply personalize, download, and print at your convenience. A charming, affordable choice for a memorable night!
Get it from BlueBunnyPrintables
9. Chic Gala Rehearsal Dinner Invitation
Set the tone for an elegant rehearsal dinner with the “Chic Gala” invitation by Kimberly FitzSimons. We love its timeless design—clean, classic typography in a deep navy color theme that exudes sophistication. This 5″ x 7″ flat card is printed on Minted’s luxe Signature paper, adding a subtle texture that feels as elevated as your celebration. Perfect for couples who appreciate understated elegance, this invitation is fully customizable and can be paired with matching suite items to complete the look for your wedding events.
10. Floral Foil-Pressed Rehearsal Dinner Invitation
Make a striking statement with the “Floral” rehearsal dinner invitation by Lori Wemple. We adore the rich maroon backdrop accented by hand-pressed gold foil floral details, creating a warm and elegant feel that’s perfect for a formal evening. Printed on Minted’s Signature paper, this 5″ x 7″ flat card brings a luxurious touch to your pre-wedding celebration. The foil accents shimmer beautifully, adding depth and sophistication without being too flashy. Ideal for couples who love refined elegance with a hint of romance.
11. All You Need is Love & Pizza Rehearsal Dinner Invite
Sweet and simple! We love the personal feeling these invitations convey, and that cute little heart seals the whole thing with a warm hug. You can personalize and edit the fonts’ color, size, placement, and size and placement of the artwork.
Dimensions: 5 x 7 inches
File format: PDF or JPG Digital Download
Get it from ViolaMirabilisDesign
12. LALANI Tropical Hibiscus Rehearsal Dinner Invitation
Infuse a bit of island charm into your wedding rehearsal with the LALANI Tropical Hibiscus Invitation Template by UnmeasuredEvent. This playful design features watercolor palm trees, vibrant hibiscus flowers, and a fun, handwritten font that sets the perfect tropical tone. We love how easy it is to customize—change fonts, colors, and even add your own images right in your browser with Templett. Plus, this template is versatile! You can print it at home or a local shop, or even send it digitally for a quick and stylish option. Ideal for a warm, laid-back celebration.
Rehearsal Dinner FAQs
While sending out rehearsal dinner invitations isn’t strictly necessary, it’s a good idea in certain circumstances.
For example, suppose you’re hosting a larger or more formal dinner. In that case, having a written invite can better help remind your guests when and where the event is happening and help the host keep track of RSVPs more easily.
An email or blanket social media message may work just fine for a smaller or less formal affair.
Aaah, wedding etiquette. Who you should invite to the rehearsal dinner is just one of many tricky situations you’ll navigate on the road to Weddingsville.
We think it depends in part upon the wedding guest list, the couples’ preferences, and your budget.
For example, many couples prefer to limit the rehearsal dinner attendees to those needed at the rehearsal. This may include the bride and groom’s parents, siblings, and close friends. It’s also appropriate to invite the officiant, his or her spouse (if married), and any ceremony readers. If you haven’t designated the dinner as an adults-only gathering, invite any pint-sized members of the wedding party and their parents, too.
Sometimes, limiting the guest list to those attending the rehearsal can be awkward. For instance, if you have guests traveling from afar just to come to your wedding (bearing gifts, no less!), it could be construed as a little tacky to exclude them.
But if you invite those guests, that raises the risk of potentially bruised feelings if you exclude others. See? Tricky. Also, if you’re having a destination wedding, we’ll just say upfront that you should probably invite everyone. Again, traveling guests bearing gifts.
There aren’t any hard and fast rules around inviting plus-ones, either. But, in our experience, things go much more smoothly, and everyone seems to have a better time if you extend the offer.
We have yet to hear of a completely conflict-free wedding. At the end of the day, you can’t please all the people all the time. So do the best you can with what you’ve got, and if apologies are in order, make ’em later.
As with any large-ish gathering, it’s courteous to send the invitations out with ample time to spare for RSVPs and trip planning. Usually, four weeks ahead of time is sufficient, but it’s not a crime to send them earlier.
Your rehearsal dinner invitations shouldn’t go out with the wedding invites. They’re two different events with potentially two different guest lists. Details for the rehearsal dinner probably won’t solidify until after the wedding invites are sent anyway. Hence, there’s no need to confuse things by sending them out together.
As a rule, whoever is hosting the rehearsal dinner should send them. Traditionally, the rehearsal dinner is hosted by the groom’s mother as her shot at showing off her hostessing skills. (Why should the mother of the bride have all the fun, right?) But, if you ask us, that concept is a bit outdated. So unless the groom’s mom really wants to host it, it’s anyone’s opportunity, and the host should send the invites.
How to Word Rehearsal Dinner Invitations
Rehearsal dinner invitation wording can be as casual or formal as you like. It all depends on your personal style and the kind of dinner you’re hosting.
If you’re throwing a simple dinner, something like this is appropriate:
Please join us for a rehearsal dinner celebrating the union of Kelly Jones and Stephanie Jackson on Thursday, May 13, 2021, at 7 PM.
Dinner will be held at Kayne Prime Steakhouse, 1234 Gulch Ave. Nashville, TN. 37222
Please RSVP to Kim at Kimsemail.mail by April 1, 2021
If your dinner is more formal, just tweak the wording a bit like this:
Your attendance is requested at a rehearsal dinner honoring the marriage of Kelly Jones and Stephanie Jackson on Thursday, May 13, 2021, at 7 PM.
Dinner will be held at Kayne Prime Steakhouse, 1234 Gulch Ave. Nashville, TN. 37222
Please send your responses to Kim at Kimsemail.mail by April 1, 2021.
If you’re going for come-as-you-are informal, word it however you want as long as it includes the couples’ names, the date, the venue name and address, and RSVP info.
Eat, Drink, and Enjoy!
There will be as many toasts, tears, and laughter at the wedding rehearsal dinner as at the reception. But, unlike the reception, the wedding rehearsal dinner is the perfect opportunity for the soon-to-be newlyweds to sit back, relax, and enjoy their loved ones.
So make your reservations, send out your rehearsal dinner invites, and get ready for a good time. Cheers!
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