The Mixily Blog · Issue №102

Hosting, seriously (and a little less seriously).

Tips, guides, and comparisons to help you plan better events — from RSVP etiquette to choosing the right invitation platform.

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Mixily vs Eventbrite: Which Free Event Platform Is Better in 2026?

Mixily vs Eventbrite: Which Free Event Platform Is Better in 2026?

Someone told you to “just use Eventbrite” for your party, and now you’re staring at a signup form built for 5,000-person conferences when all you want to do is invite 20 friends over for a birthday dinner. If you’re comparing Mixily vs Eventbrite, the short version is this: they’re not really built for the same […]

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AI Agent Connections Are Live on Mixily (Calendar Sync and Gmail Sending Are Next)
No. 02
Updates · Sep 2, 2026 · 6 min read

AI Agent Connections Are Live on Mixily (Calendar Sync and Gmail Sending Are Next)

Hosting an event usually means juggling five different tools: a to-do list, your email inbox, a shared calendar, maybe a spreadsheet for the guest list. We’ve been chipping away at that friction one feature at a time, and the first of three new pieces just shipped. Here’s what’s new: you can now connect an AI […]

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Holiday Party Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy
No. 03
Guides · Aug 21, 2026 · 15 min read

Holiday Party Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy

Good holiday party invitation wording answers three questions before anyone has to ask: what kind of holiday party is this, is there a gift exchange, and by when do you need my answer. December calendars fill up fast, so get those three right early and the rest of the planning takes care of itself. I’m […]

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Friendsgiving Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy
No. 04
Guides · Aug 19, 2026 · 13 min read

Friendsgiving Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy

Good Friendsgiving invitation wording answers three questions before anyone has to ask: what kind of Friendsgiving is this, do you need to bring a dish (and which one), and by when do you need my answer. Friendsgiving is looser than the family holiday it borrows its name from, but that looseness is exactly why the […]

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Halloween Party Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy
No. 05
Guides · Aug 17, 2026 · 14 min read

Halloween Party Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy

Good Halloween party invitation wording answers three questions before anyone has to ask: what kind of Halloween party is this, is a costume required, and by when do you need my answer. Get those three right and the candy, the cobwebs, and the playlist take care of themselves. You don’t need to write anything from […]

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The Best Wedding RSVP Websites in 2026
Guides · Aug 14, 2026

The Best Wedding RSVP Websites in 2026

A couple I helped last spring, Dana and Marcus in Austin, had a beautiful wedding invitation. Custom illustration, matching envelope liners, the works. Their RSVP situation was a disaster. Half their replies came by text. A few came through a group chat. One aunt mailed back a paper card to an address they’d moved out […]

Wedding Website Wording: Examples You Can Copy for Every Page
Guides · Aug 12, 2026

Wedding Website Wording: Examples You Can Copy for Every Page

Every wedding website builder gives you the pages. None of them give you the words. So you’re staring at five blank sections: welcome, our story, RSVP, travel, FAQ. That’s what this page fixes: wedding website wording examples for every section of your site. Copy the block you need, swap in your [details], and move on […]

How to Decline an Invitation Politely: 30 Scripts You Can Copy
Guides · Aug 10, 2026

How to Decline an Invitation Politely: 30 Scripts You Can Copy

Someone invited you to something. You don’t want to go, or you can’t go. And now you’re staring at your phone, typing and deleting, trying to figure out how to decline an invitation politely without sounding like a jerk. I host a lot of parties. I literally wrote a book about throwing them. So believe […]

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Birthday Invitation Wording: 40+ Examples You Can Copy

Aug 7, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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The 5 Best Evite Alternatives in 2026 (Free Options Ranked)

Aug 5, 2026 · Comparisons · 11 min read
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Mixily vs Punchbowl: Honest Comparison for 2026

Aug 3, 2026 · Comparisons · 11 min read
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Mixily Feature Updates — July 2026: Multi-Audience Reminders, Self-Serve Cancellation & More

Jul 29, 2026 · Updates · 3 min read
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Mixily vs Paperless Post for Weddings: Which Is Actually Cheaper?

Jul 23, 2026 · Comparisons · 10 min read
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8 Best Evite Alternatives for Weddings in 2026

Jul 21, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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Christmas in July Party Ideas: Themes, Games, Food & Invitation Wording

Jul 20, 2026 · Guides · 15 min read
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Free Digital Wedding Invitations: 6 Options Compared (With RSVP Tracking)

Jul 17, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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Mid-Year Check: Are You Building Community?

Jul 15, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Summer Picnic Party: Ideas, Food & Checklist

Jul 13, 2026 · Guides · 15 min read
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The Ultimate Backyard BBQ & Cookout Guide

Jul 8, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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How to Use Mixily for Your Wedding (Free Invitations + RSVP Tracking)

Jul 8, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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Beach Party Ideas: Themes, Food & Games

Jul 6, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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What to Do When Wedding Guests Don’t RSVP (Scripts + Follow-Up Timeline)

Jul 5, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
23

Summer Party Invitation Wording: BBQ, Pool & Picnic

Jul 3, 2026 · Guides · 16 min read
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How to Word a Digital Wedding Invitation (With QR Codes, Website URLs, and Online RSVP)

Jul 2, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
25

4th of July Party Invitation Wording (50+ Examples)

Jul 1, 2026 · Guides · 17 min read
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Paperless Post vs Withjoy vs Zola: The Wedding Invitation Comparison Nobody Paid For

Jun 30, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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4Th Of July Party Ideas

Jun 29, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Zola Doesn’t Have Digital Wedding Invitations — 5 That Do

Jun 27, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
29

Ice Cream Social Ideas

Jun 26, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Paperless Post Alternatives for Weddings (Ranked by What’s Actually Free)

Jun 25, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
31

Backyard Movie Night

Jun 24, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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The Real Cost of Paperless Post for Weddings (Do the Math Before You Design)

Jun 23, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
33

Mixily Vs Partiful

Jun 22, 2026 · Comparisons · 8 min read
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Is It Rude to Send Digital Wedding Invitations? An Honest Answer

Jun 20, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Juneteenth Celebration Ideas

Jun 19, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Summer Solstice Party

Jun 17, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Family Reunion Ideas

Jun 15, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Pride Party Ideas

Jun 12, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Mixily Feature Updates — Spring 2026: RSVP Deadlines, Smarter Reminders & More

Jun 11, 2026 · Updates · 4 min read
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Bachelor Party Ideas

Jun 10, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Rehearsal Dinner Ideas

Jun 8, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Garden Party Ideas

Jun 5, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Fathers Day Ideas

Jun 3, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Summer Party Ideas: 30 Ways to Celebrate the Season

Jun 1, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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How to Plan a Summer Block Party Your Neighborhood Will Love

May 29, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Adult Birthday Party Ideas: How to Host a Birthday People Love

May 27, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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50th Birthday Party Ideas Your Guest of Honor Will Love

May 25, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Outdoor Party Planning: The Complete Guide to Hosting Outside

May 22, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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Pool Party Ideas: How to Host a Pool Party Everyone Talks About

May 20, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Memorial Day BBQ Planning Guide

May 18, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Kids Birthday Party Ideas by Age and Theme

May 15, 2026 · Guides · 6 min read
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Party Games for Adults: 30 Ideas That Actually Get People Talking

May 13, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Retirement Party Ideas: How to Throw a Memorable Celebration

May 11, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Bachelorette Party Planning Guide: Everything You Need to Know

May 8, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
55

Baby Shower Planning: Complete Guide

May 6, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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Graduation Party Ideas for Every Budget

May 4, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Thank You Note After a Party: Templates for Every Event Type

Apr 29, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Mother’s Day Celebration Ideas: How to Make Her Day Unforgettable

Apr 27, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Dinner Party Hosting: A Complete Guide to a Night They’ll Remember

Apr 24, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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Engagement Party Planning Guide: How to Celebrate the Couple

Apr 22, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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How to Host a Backyard Party: The Complete Guide

Apr 20, 2026 · Guides · 17 min read
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Cinco de Mayo Party Planning Guide: Food, Drinks, and Ideas

Apr 17, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
63

How to Plan a Surprise Party (Without Ruining the Surprise)

Apr 15, 2026 · Guides · 16 min read
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Bridal Shower Planning Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Apr 13, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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The Power of Recurring Events: Why Hosting Once Isn’t Enough

Apr 10, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Be a Good Party Host: 12 Tips That Actually Work

Apr 8, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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Graduation Party Planning: Start Now (The Complete Guide)

Apr 6, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
68

Easter Brunch Hosting Guide: A Stress-Free Celebration

Apr 3, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Organize a Potluck: Step-by-Step Guide

Apr 1, 2026 · Guides · 15 min read
70

Cocktail Party Ideas for Every Budget

Mar 27, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Manage Your Guest List Like a Pro

Mar 25, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Housewarming Party Ideas: How to Celebrate Your New Place

Mar 23, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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Spring Party Ideas to Shake Off Winter: 12 Gatherings Worth Hosting

Mar 20, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Evite vs Luma: Pricing, Free Plans, and Which to Use (2026)

Mar 18, 2026 · Comparisons · 8 min read
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Evite vs Punchbowl: Free Plans, Real Costs, and Which to Use (2026)

Mar 16, 2026 · Comparisons · 12 min read
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Evite vs Partiful: Which Is Free, Which Costs Money (2026)

Mar 13, 2026 · Comparisons · 13 min read
77

Wedding RSVP Etiquette: The Complete Guide

Mar 11, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
78

Evite vs Paperless Post: Free Tiers, Real Prices, and Hidden Costs (2026)

Mar 9, 2026 · Comparisons · 15 min read
79

40th Birthday Party Planning Guide: Timeline, Checklist & Ideas

Mar 6, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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How to Plan a Party: The Complete Beginner’s Guide

Mar 5, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Mixily vs Evite: Which Free Event Platform Is Better in 2026?

Mar 3, 2026 · Comparisons · 11 min read
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50 RSVP Response Examples You Can Copy and Paste

Mar 2, 2026 · Guides · 16 min read
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How to Host a Game Night Everyone Will Love

Feb 20, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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The Introvert’s Guide to Hosting a Party (Yes, You Can Do This)

Feb 19, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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St. Patrick’s Day Party Guide: How to Host a Celebration Everyone Will Remember

Feb 16, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Birthday Party Planning: The Ultimate Guide

Feb 13, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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Building Community Through Regular Events

Feb 10, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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30+ Invitation Wording Examples You Can Copy for Any Event

Feb 9, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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How to Get People to Actually RSVP

Feb 4, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Host Your First Event of the Year

Feb 4, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Valentine’s Day Party Planning Guide

Feb 2, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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RSVP Etiquette: What Every Host and Guest Should Know

Jan 30, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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The Complete Guide to Online RSVPs

Jan 30, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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What’s New at Mixily: Feature Updates

Jan 28, 2026 · Updates · 5 min read
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Nick Gray Acquires Mixily

Jan 21, 2026 · Updates · 4 min read
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Mixily Plans & Pricing: Free, Lite, Pro, and Plus

Jan 21, 2026 · Updates · 4 min read
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Benefits of hosting events off of social media

Apr 27, 2021 · Guides · 8 min read
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Best Books for Event Planners in 2026: 12 Essential Reads

Apr 21, 2021 · Guides · 9 min read
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Community Engagement Ideas: Activities That Actually Bring People Together

Mar 29, 2021 · Guides · 10 min read
100

How To Ask Your Community For Help

Mar 9, 2021 · Guides · 8 min read
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Benefits of Hosting Hybrid Events: In-Person + Virtual

Nov 9, 2020 · Guides · 9 min read
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Guide: How to create an event

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