What's the best way to word an invitation to a party to not include children?

Answer 1

Hello friends,
Here is an example to stress the fact:

It is party time again. Adult party time that is. We will be hosting a party of all parties, and children should definitely not see what will be happening. So call Grandma, or the neighborhood baby sitter and get over here for fun. Children will be welcome again, but not at this party. See you there.

You will not want to miss it.

Answer 2

Most of the answers are good, but if want to put a little fun in your invitation, and not make it sound like your having an orgy,(unless you are), then include this little phrase;
"Fais-do-do, laissez les bons temps rouler".
It's a popular phrase in New Orleans, or at least it was, and it means, "Put the kids to bed and let the good times roll".
I guess you could use it for any kind of adult party.
No matter what you say in the invitation someone may bring a child, so keep the key to a closet handy. LOL

Answer 3

If you do not want children at your party, you should hold the party somewhere that children do not typically go to or where children are not allowed-for example, a high-end restaurant (if you have the money or if your guests are willing to pay for their own meals). Other options include a ballroom, a discotheque, or a country club.
If I were you, I would definitely not request 'adults only' straightforwardly because it may sound like you are being discriminatory or your guests may think that you do not like their children.

Answer 4

Carefully!!! Depending on the event.....

If the problem with the children is because of the location just say so.." Unfortunatly, the location we have chosen is not a child friendly environment" The negative+positive always works well....

"We request (this event) remain for adults only but please feel free to bring your children to the (shower, rehersal, reception, etc).

Also, by requesting adults only, be prepared for the backlash. A few guest may out right approach you about it but many more will simply not attend.

Answer 5

Hi; well, usually if you're having a theme party (like for example,. cocktails) you can say something like "Leave the kiddies with the sitter, and join us for a fabulous soiree"

If your guests are close to you enough, you can tell them in person, or by talking to them on the phone; or if not, then when you do the invitation try this:

Date:____________
Time:____________
Place:_____________________________
Attire:____________
Guests: Adults only, please

It will give them a subtle clue, without sounding rude.

Aside from that, your party should be a success and your guests will get the point that only them are allowed since the soiree isn't suitable for children.

Hope this helps!
Best of luck!

Melissa T.
http://www.kisstheenvelope.com

Answer 6

Typically you address the invitation to whomever is invited...so if you put on the envelope Mr. & Mrs. Smith, that means the parents only. If you put "The Smith Family" or "Mr. & Mrs. Smith & Family," it would mean that the whole gang is invited. If you really want to be specific, I would just put only the names of the parents on the actual invitation, such as "John & Mary - You're Invited to Party!" Good luck!

Answer 7

I'd hold it late in the evening to discourage parents from having little Johnny up past bedtime. But there is no polite way to say no children, and however sad, most invitees are not polite enough to call ahead

Answer 8

While I agree with Pati, "adults only", you might want to add a specific age in order to eliminate people who think because they pay an adult ticket price at the movie show, they are entitled to all adult privileges.

So you might want to say, Adults, 18 and over, please. If you're serving alcohol, to protect yourself from liability you might want to say Adults 21 and over.

Have a great party!

Answer 9

Include the phrase Adults Only where you have the time, etc., listed.

Answer 10

Adults only please.
No children.
Grown and sexy only.
No rugrats.
Call the babysitter, because this party is only for the grown folks.