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Family Reunion Save the Date Template
Get on the calendar before summer fills up.
A save-the-date is your first communication - sent before all the details are finalized. Its only job is to get the date on everyone's calendar before they book something else. Send it 6-9 months out for summer reunions. Keep it short: date, location (general is fine), and a note that details follow.
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Email Save-the-Date
Group Text Save-the-Date
Printed Card Copy
Save-the-Date Checklist
- āSend 6-9 months before a summer reunion; 4-6 months for other seasons
- āInclude only confirmed information - don't guess at details
- āSend to everyone on your list - even people you're not sure will come
- āUse all channels: email, group text, and print for older relatives
- āFollow up with the full invitation 2-3 months before the event
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Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I send a family reunion save-the-date?
6-9 months before a summer reunion is ideal. Families book vacations, summer camps, and travel 6+ months out. If you're planning a destination reunion (flight required), go 9-12 months out.
What's the difference between a save-the-date and an invitation?
A save-the-date has minimal info: date, general location, and 'details coming.' An invitation has everything: venue, schedule, cost, RSVP instructions, and what to bring. Send the save-the-date first, invitation later once all details are confirmed.
Do I have to send printed save-the-dates?
Not necessarily. Email and group texts work for most families. For older relatives who aren't on social media or don't check email, a printed card or phone call ensures the date gets on their calendar.
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