Create the Ultimate Friendsgiving Invitation (+ template)

Friendsgiving is the perfect way to celebrate your chosen family over a great meal. But organizing it all can get a little hectic. Figuring out who’s coming, what they’re bringing, and how to cover extra costs can feel like a juggling act. That’s where a well-planned Friendsgiving invitation can make all the difference.

Creating a Friendsgiving Invitation

Set up your Friendsgiving Invitation on Cheddar Up

Start by creating a custom Friendsgiving invitation on Cheddar Up. Here, you can include all the important details — date, time, location, and any other special instructions like whether there will be a theme (hello, cozy fall vibes!) or if it’s casual or more dressed up. With just a few clicks, you can send the invite out via text, email, or even share a link on social media. The best part is you don’t need a fancy design tool!

Set Up Sign-Ups for Food

Friendsgiving isn’t just about the turkey. The best part is that everyone brings their signature dish to the table. You can use Cheddar Up to organize who’s bringing what. No need to worry about three people showing up with mashed potatoes while nobody brings dessert!

Simply create a sign-up list in your Friendsgiving invitation, so your friends can choose what to contribute. This helps pre-empt the question “what to bring to Friendsgiving?”.

friendsgiving potluck invitation template

Collect Donations for Extras

Friendsgiving often comes with some extra costs. You might need to pitch in for a turkey, wine, or those little details that make the meal feel special. Cheddar Up lets you easily collect donations so everyone can chip in without those awkward “Hey, can you Venmo me?” texts later.

What to Bring to Friendsgiving

Now that you’ve got the Friendsgiving invitation and sign-up process covered, let’s talk about what to bring! Friendsgiving is all about sharing a feast, so here are a few ideas to inspire your dish:

The Classics

Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy. If you’re the host, you might want to take on the main event (like the turkey), but make sure to get help for all the sides.

Something Unique

Have a dish that reminds you of home? Bring it! Whether it’s a spicy sweet potato casserole or a fusion dish, let your culinary creativity shine.

Vegetarian/Vegan Options

Ensure everyone has something they can enjoy by adding a plant-based option. Consider roasted vegetables, a hearty salad, or a savory veggie loaf.
Pro tip: Ask for food/allergy preferences in your Friendsgiving invitation to make sure you have enough veggie options for everyone.

Dessert

Pie, pie, pie! Apple, pecan, pumpkin — Friendsgiving isn’t complete without something sweet to finish it off.

Drinks

Whether it’s cider, wine, or a signature mocktail, having a few drink options is always appreciated. For people who are not into cooking, this is an easy way to contribute!

Why Cheddar Up is the Perfect Tool for Your Friendsgiving Invitation

Cheddar Up makes organizing a Friendsgiving easier than ever by keeping everything in one place. Plus, it’s super simple to use, which means less stress for you and more time enjoying your time with friends.

So, if you’re dreaming of a Friendsgiving that’s as stress-free as it is festive, let Cheddar Up handle the logistics. You just focus on making memories (and maybe perfecting that pie crust).

Create your Friendsgiving Invitation

With Cheddar Up, creating the perfect Friendsgiving invitation is simple and stress-free. Start planning your Friendsgiving today with Cheddar Up and focus on what really matters: enjoying great food and even better company!

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