Company Annual Dinner Invitation Wording

Announcing your annual dinner? Use one of these original messages to share the invitation link with staff, guests of honour and partners. Replace the details in square brackets with your event name, theme, date, venue and link, then choose the tone that fits your organisation.

An announcement to all staff

Dear colleagues, you are invited to [event name], our annual dinner, on [date] at [venue], starting at [time]. This year’s theme is [theme] with a dress code of [dress code], and the Best Dressed award is up for grabs. The programme, map and RSVP are here: [invitation link]. Please confirm your attendance by [deadline].

A formal invitation to a guest of honour

Dear [title and name], on behalf of [organisation], we cordially invite you to [event name] on [date] at [venue]. Guests are requested to be seated by [time]. The programme and venue details are available at [invitation link]. We would be grateful if you could confirm your attendance by [deadline] through the RSVP or with [contact person and number].

A friendly message for a team or club group

Hi everyone! [Event name] is happening on [date] at [venue]. Get your [theme] outfits ready, because there will be prizes for the best dressed and a lucky draw. Everything you need, including the RSVP, is in this link: [invitation link]. Reply by [deadline] so we can plan the tables.

An RSVP reminder and a message on the day

Reminder: RSVP for [event name] closes on [deadline]. If you have not replied, please do so here: [invitation link]. On the day itself, send a short message with the venue link: Tonight is the night! Registration opens at [time] at [hall or level]. See you there.

Check before you send

Check the spelling of names and titles, the hall or level and the map pin. Send a test message to yourself to see the link preview, then post it in the right groups and pin it. Use the official channel your staff expect, avoid adding external guests to internal groups and send reminders at sensible times.