White Elephant Invitation Maker
Fill in the date, time, place or video link, gift budget and theme below, and the invitation maker writes the wording for you. Copy the text into an email or chat, share a link to it, or download a printable PDF. Nothing is stored on our servers.
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White Elephant Gift Exchange
- Bring
- one wrapped gift worth about $25
How it works: we draw numbers, then take turns opening a gift or stealing one that’s already open. Bring something you’d be happy to fight over!
Invitation wording you can copy
If you’d rather write your own, start from one of these.
Friends:
You’re invited to our White Elephant! Bring one wrapped gift around $25. We’ll draw numbers, open gifts, and steal the good ones. Snacks provided, mercy not guaranteed.
Office:
Join us for the team White Elephant gift exchange on [date] at [time]. Please bring one wrapped gift worth about $20. Something useful or fun works best. Rules: [link to rules].
Family:
Family White Elephant this year! Bring one wrapped gift for anyone aged 10 to 90, up to $30. Kids welcome to play.
Remote team:
Our virtual White Elephant is on [date] at [time] on [Zoom/Teams]. Before [date], add your gift (link + short note) using the game link. We’ll play live and ship gifts afterwards. Budget: $25.
What to include
- Date, time and place (or the video link)
- Budget, stated as a number
- Theme, if you’re using one. See theme ideas
- A one-line rules summary, with a link to the full rules
- RSVP date, so you know how many gifts to expect
For the full hosting plan, see how to host. On the day, draw the turn order with the number generator. If your guests need gift inspiration, link them to the under $20 list. For remote groups, the virtual White Elephant game gives everyone a join link and collects gifts before the party.
Frequently asked questions
What should a White Elephant invitation include?
The date and time, the place or video link, the gift budget, any theme, a one-line explanation of the game, and an RSVP date.
When should I send White Elephant invitations?
Two to three weeks before the party, or three to four weeks for remote games where gifts need shipping.
How do I explain White Elephant in an invite?
One sentence is enough: 'We'll draw numbers and take turns opening a gift or stealing one that's already open, so bring something people will want.'