Diwali party invitation message for WhatsApp

A good Diwali invitation says the date, the time, the address, what the evening includes (puja, dinner, cards, music) and by when you need an answer. In 2026 the main Lakshmi Puja day is Sunday, November 8, so check your own panchang for the exact puja time before you send anything. Send invitations two to three weeks ahead, because Diwali calendars fill early.

Looking for the Hindi version? Read the Diwali invitation message in Hindi.

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Short Diwali party invitation message

“Happy Diwali! You are invited to our Diwali party on [date] from [time] at [address]. Food, sweets and lots of light. Directions and your reply here: [link]. Please reply by [date].”

Diwali puja and dinner invitation

“We would love to have you with us for Lakshmi Puja on [date]. Puja at [time], dinner after. [Address]. Please come in festive wear. Reply here so we can plan the dinner: [link].”

Diwali card party or get-together

“Diwali cards night at ours on [date], [time]. Snacks and mithai on us, cards and good luck on you. [Address]. Tell us if you are coming: [link].”

Casual message for friends and family

“Diwali at ours this year! [Date], [time], [address]. Come hungry. Reply here: [link].”

Office or community Diwali event

“You are invited to our Diwali celebration on [date], [time] to [time], at [venue and address]. Rangoli, snacks and a small puja. Families are welcome. Please reply by [date]: [link].”

What to ask when guests reply

• How many are coming, including children.
• Dietary needs, such as vegetarian, Jain or allergies.
• Whether they can come for the puja or only for dinner.
• Whether they need directions or parking.

When to send it

Send the first message two to three weeks before. Add the reply-by date in the message itself. A few days before, send a short reminder with the puja time, the address and parking.

Mistakes to avoid

• Guessing the puja time. Check it for your city.
• Leaving out whether the invitation includes dinner.
• Sending the address as a screenshot instead of a link guests can tap for directions.