Spark excitement for your child’s Bar Mitzvah right from the start with unique and personalized invitations.
This momentous day in your child’s life — from being called up to the bema to joyfully dancing the hora — commemorates the transition to adulthood. And it deserves to be celebrated (not to mention, anticipated).
Give your guests a reason to get excited (and maybe start scrapbooking) with these 15 save-worthy Bar Mitzvah invitations. From modern ghost metal to basketball-themed acrylic, we know how to take your invitations to the next level — as well as find an invitation company to pull off the look.
Sports-Themed Bar Mitzvah Invitations
1. March Madness
Guests knew they were in a for an epic basketball-themed Bar Mitzvah party from the moment they received these wooden invitations by Amy Glaser | Graphic Design.
Click to see how a basketball court dance floor mirrored the sleek wooden design of the invitation suite — as well as the suspended scoreboard that made the venue space feel like a real-life arena.
2. Kick Back and Enjoy
Soccer fans got a kick out of this soccer ball-shaped invitation suite by EAF Fine Papers — as well as a sneak peek of the celebration ahead.
Click to discover how the soccer theme carried over to the party’s dessert with everything from a soccer ball-tiered cake to custom-printed candy bar labels.
3. Take Me Out to the Ballgame
Ardsley, NY
This sleek blue-and-gray Bar Mitzvah invitation suite by Out of the Box NY was a grand slam with friends and family.
See other baseball-themed elements from this immersive Bar Mitzvah party. You’ll find vibrant uplighting, custom lounge areas, towering centerpieces, and other unique details.
4. You Win Some…You Win Some
Hyegraph invitations & Calligraphy gave us good reason to amend the New York Yankees slogan, “You win some, you lose some.” We especially adore how this baseball-themed Bar Mitzvah invitation features a convenient side pocket for an RSVP card.
Make sure to see other fun baseball-themed elements at this Yankee-themed party. We’ll give you a hint: A baseball jersey makes a great “guest book.”
5. Party [Field] Goals
FHD Invites You helped these Bar Mitzvah parents achieve their party goals with an on-theme football invitation suite — take a closer look at that football’s texture.
Head to this photo album gallery to see how the party continued with football-turf table linen, football-themed centerpieces, and interactive sports activities.
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Modern Bar Mitzvah Invitations
6. Sleek as Metal
Millburn, NJ
Julie Maloof Designs used raised lettering on these sleek, gun metal invitations for an ultra-modern design.
Discover how modern design elements were woven throughout this retro, 90s-themed celebration: You’ll find geometric patterns, an LED band stage, plus funky and colorful seating.
7. Xtreme Lucite
Ultra-mod Bar Mitzvah Party invitations by Allie Munroe anticipate the innovative details that guests enjoyed at this Xtreme sports-themed party.
Click to see a glow-stick lighting installation, a surfs-up photo op, an interactive LED dance floor, and dazzling architectural details. Trust us; you have to see it to believe it.
8. Modern Metallic
This sleek silver invitation by Méldeen evokes the gleam and glimmer of a polished race car — a perfect complement to the racing-theme décor found throughout the Bar Mitzvah celebration.
Click to see a black-and-white dance floor with the iconic checkered racing pattern, “motor oil” mocktails, and a race car photo op. You’ll want to zoom right over.
9. Foil Flair
We love how this B’nai Mitzvah invitation, by FHD Invites You, captures the dynamic color palette and lighting scheme of the celebration ahead with foiled material.
Head over to the actual party to discover vibrant pink uplighting, lucite tablescapes, a light-bulb ceiling installation, and LED bar setup. You’re bound to love the modern vibe as much as we do.
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Custom Bar Mitzvah Invitations for Unique Themes
10. Save the Dates that Save the Day
Bardonia, NY
Out of the Box NY saved the day with these custom-made Bar Mitzvah invitations. We are especially obsessed with the clever wording which invites guests to get ready “to destroy the dance floor.”
Make sure you click to see how this superhero theme came to life with clever signage and graphics. “Pow, Bam!” indeed.
11. Hit the Slopes
We can’t wait to hit the slopes by checking “yes” to this party invite that opens up like a present. Out of the Box NY perfectly captures the ski-slope spirit with a topographic alpine-map backdrop.
See other spectacular details from this ski-themed Bar Mitzvah party such as a flannel-patterned dance floor, a bar area that resembles a ski lodge fireplace, and antler-inspired centerpieces.
12. Passport to a Good Time
Out of the Box NY made sure guests were headed to the right destination at this travel-themed Bar Mitzvah party. Passport-style invitations included an RSVP so guests could reserve their “priority seating.”
Discover other custom details from this unique celebration. We especially love the “arrival and departure” welcome signage — as well as swag kits that double as the perfect travel kits.
13. Old-Hollywood Glam
We love how these unique Bar Mitzvah invitations by Amber Moon Design use sunbursts, chevron patterns, and a black-and-gold color palette to capture the Art Deco glamour of Old Hollywood.
Click here to indulge in Tinsel Town’s style — where guests found their table number with the help of some ultra-luxe tray-service.
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Traditional Bar Mitzvah Invitations
14. Simple, Yet Elegant
We love how these sleek and simple invitations by Executive Social Planners by Francine Luria use an inverted color palette.
Of course, these invitations were just the tip of the iceberg (or should we say, jungle). Click to see lavish tropical foliage, grape-cluster chandeliers, and colorful birdcage ceiling installation for a dazzling party in the tropics.
15. It’s All About the Color Palette
Cutie Patootie Creations tied these traditional invitations to the Bar Mitzvah party ahead with a cool blue color palette.
Step into this blue-and-green lacrosse-themed celebration to find vibrant lighting and perfectly on-theme graphics. Also, did we mention there’s an ice sculpture?
Bar Mitzvah Swag, Signage, Napkins & More: Invitations are Just the Start
Printed materials go far beyond invitations. Your invitation and print company can design and produce everything from napkins and signage to branded party swag.
See how For Your Party created branded napkins to perfectly match the colorful invitations from this Hard Rock Café-themed Bar Mitzvah Party here.
We also love how TPD Design House created stay-safe sanitary kits for this micro Bar Mitzvah during COVID-19. Discover how the colorful kits (stationed on a neon-lit backdrop) fit right in at this Wynwood-inspired celebration.
Find a Bar Mitzvah Venue Near Me
PartySlate can help you find the perfect venue for your child’s Bar Mitzvah party. Click here to search our curated directory to find everything from luxury hotels to interactive museum spaces.
Make sure to use the filters to narrow down your search by location, guest count, amenities, and more. Don’t forget to use the side map to explore venues in the unique neighborhoods of your city.
Find More Party Vendors & Inspiration
PartySlate can also connect you with the top party vendors for your child’s Bar Mitzvah party. Head to the curated directory to find event planners, entertainment, photographers, and more.
Moreover, use PartySlate to find the top ideas and inspiration for an unforgettable Bar Mitzvah bash. Click on the following to discover wow-worthy designs, interactive entertainment, creative catering ideas, and so much more.