4 Festive 4th of July Party Invitations for Every Type of Gathering
Gather your guests in style this year with custom 4th of July party invitations! Whether you’re hosting a patriotic picnic, red, white, and blue pool party, or festive backyard BBQ, I have a (totally free and ready to download) invitation for you. Let’s jump right into the good stuff!
There’s nothing I love more than hosting friends and family in the summer. I can picture it now: The sound of burgers sizzling on the grill, the taste of fresh iced tea touching my lips, and the warm rays illuminating the backyard…what’s better than that?
But as fun as 4th of July parties can be, there’s a lot of planning that goes into them. Summer hosts know the struggle. From preparing the food to putting up the decorations, and of course, the dreaded house cleaning, there’s no shortage of things to do!
Let me take one task off your 4th of July plate.
I created 4 unique 4th of July invitations to seriously wow your guests this summer. The invitation templates are free to download and fully customizable on Canva (if you’re new to Canva, jump to the next section!)
You can send virtual invitations to your guest list or print them out for mail delivery. Either way, your guests will feel so special when they receive their custom party invitations outlining all the fun details of the event.
Let’s jump right in!
How to Create Your 4th of July Party Invitations
Creating the invitation is simple. First, choose your favorite template and click the link to create a copy of the template on Canva. Then, customize the text with your invitation details.
If you’re new to Canva, think of it as your personal graphic designer. It basically gives you all the tools you need to create your own graphics without the design degree. Canva is free to use, and you don’t need the premium membership to customize my invitation templates.
How to Print Your Invitation
Once you’re done editing, save and download the file and choose from our recommended printing options below:
- CVS Pharmacy: You can print 5″x7″ photos in a Glossy or Matte finish for $2.99 each. The Glossy finish is usually available for same-day pick-up, while the Matte finish can take 5-9 days to print.
- Walgreens: Like CVS, Walgreens offers 5″x 7″ photos in a Glossy or Matte finish, costing $2.99 each. However, Walgreens has an edge over CVS because it offers same-day pick-up for both Glossy and Matte-finish photos.
- Canva: This is an excellent option if you need to print in bulk (at least 10 invitations). I usually select the 5″x7″ Invitations (Portrait) with their Premium Paper and Gloss Finish. A pack of 50 costs $50 ($1.00 per invitation), although the price escalates significantly if you buy smaller quantities. For example, purchasing 5 invitations from Canva costs $3.05 per invitation, making CVS and Walgreens a much more cost-effective option.
Printing Tip
Always check for promotions at your local drugstore before printing! CVS is currently offering 40% off all photos, and Walgreens is offering 50% off all photos, dropping the price per invitation from $2.99 to $1.50-$1.80.
The 4th of July invitation templates are sized to 5″x 7″, but you can resize them directly in Canva if needed. Here are the exact envelopes I use to send out my 5″ x 7″ party invitations (they’re available in red, white, and blue to match the 4th of July theme!)
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5″ x 7″ Envelopes (50 Pack)
Features peel and paste adhesive (because no one likes to lick envelopes!)
4 Customizable July 4th Party Invitations
Explore our 4 *free* customizable 4th of July party invitations below! Once you find your favorite template, click the Canva link labeled “Get the Template” to customize your invite.
1. 4th of July Pool Party Invitations
Make a splash this summer with 4th of July pool party invitations! Whether you’re hosting a kids’ party or adults-only, this template will be an instant crowd-pleaser for young and mature guests.
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It’s moments like these that make me wish I had a pool in my backyard. If you have room for one more guest at your pool party, send an invitation my way (I promise I’ll bring great snacks!)
Canva template
4th of July Pool Party
2. 4th of July Birthday Party Invitations
There are definitely perks to sharing a birthday with the United States. As an August baby who just missed the cut…consider me jealous.
If you were born on the 4th or close to that date, why not combine celebrations with an epic 4th of July birthday party? This template is perfect for the July babies looking to host in red, white, and blue.
Canva template
4th of July Birthday
3. 4th of July BBQ Invitations
Crank up the grill and get your grocery shopping done early because BBQ season is here! Burgers, hot dogs, and adorable party invitations are on the menu.
Get your guests (and your grill master) pumped for a fun evening of grilling, eating, and relaxing with this festive invitation template.
Canva Template
4th of July BBQ
4. 4th of July Picnic Invitations
Get front row seats to the 4th of July fireworks this year with a patriotic picnic. Make sure to grab your picnic spot early so you and your guests have prime viewing spots.
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No grill at the venue? No problem. Pizza is always a crowd-pleaser for picky guests and voracious appetites alike. Plus, it’s easy to coordinate with large groups. Just place your order, pick it up, and you’re ready to picnic!
Canva template
4th of July Picnic
Phew! That was a lot of ground to cover. Whether you’re hosting at home or a separate venue, large groups or a small guest list, a kids’ party or strictly adults, I have your party invitations covered. Now, all you have to do is prep for your event!
If you use any of these templates for your party, snap a pic and tag @gdhomedesigns so we can celebrate with you!
Happy hosting!
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