Planning a children's birthday, a playdate or a kids' class? With Lekha's Kids only option, the invitation goes to a parent, and the parent RSVPs for their child or children by name. You see exactly which kids are coming, how many, who has allergies, and whether parents are staying or dropping off. It's free, and parents don't need an account or an app.
🧒 One switch: Who's invited? Everyone or Kids only
Pick Kids only and the RSVP changes from "how many adults and kids?" to "which children are coming?". Everything that counts guests, including your capacity limit, counts kids.
How to set up a kids-only event (for hosts)
- Start an invitation. Tap Create, choose Invitation, pick a template (or make one with AI) and open Step 2: Event details.
- Find "Who's invited?" It sits under "Hosted by". Choose Kids only instead of Everyone. You can also change it later in Event Settings → Guests.
- Set the three options:
- Siblings welcome (on by default): a parent can RSVP for up to 6 children. Turn it off for exactly one child per invitation.
- Parents can stay (on by default): the RSVP asks how many adults are staying (0 to 2). Turn it off for a drop-off party and no adults are asked.
- Ages (optional): a short note such as "5–8", shown on the invitation.
- Send it. Share by WhatsApp, email, text or a link, the same as any Lekha invitation.
What parents see
A clear badge
The invitation shows a small badge such as "Kids' party · Ages 5–8 · Drop-off", with each part shown only if you set it.
RSVP for each child
Yes, Maybe or No, then the parent's name and contact, then the child's first name. If siblings are welcome, there's a "+ Add another child" button.
Allergies up front
Parents add allergies or dietary needs in the same form, so you know before the cake is cut.
Easy to change
The confirmation reads "Aarav and Diya are coming to…". Parents can edit the reply later, and the children's names are already filled in.
Drop-off or stay?
Turn Parents can stay on and the RSVP asks how many adults are staying, so you can plan seats and snacks. Turn it off for a drop-off party and the form never asks about adults. Pair it with the wording on your invitation, such as "Drop-off party: pick-up at 4 pm". For more ideas, see our birthday invitation wording guide.
Know exactly which kids are coming
- Stats on your event page: Kids coming, Adults staying (if parents can stay) and Families replied.
- Every reply in one line: the parent's name, the children's names, adults staying and any allergies.
- Max kids: a capacity limit counts children, not families.
- CSV download: Parent, Contact, Children, Kids, Adults staying and Allergies, plus any custom questions you added.
- Notifications: you're told when a parent replies, for example "Priya replied Yes for Aarav and Diya".
Privacy for kids
Children's names are never shown to other guests. Only counts are public.
We ask for a first name for each child. No ages or birthdays per child.
Names and allergies are visible to you and your co-hosts, nobody else.
Lekha is ad-free and never sells your guests' data.
Looking for the whole party kit? See birthday invitations, the RSVP tracker, potluck sign-ups for the snack table, or the full features list. Need a hand? Visit the Help Center.
Perfect for
- Kids' birthday parties: a kid headcount for cake, party bags and seating.
- Drop-off parties: no adult counts to collect, just the children and their allergies.
- Playdates and class parties: invite a group of families and see which kids are coming.
- Kids' classes, camps and workshops: art, coding or holiday crafts with a "Max kids" limit.
- Team and club parties: end-of-season celebrations where siblings may or may not come along.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I create a kids-only event?
On Step 2 of the invitation wizard, find "Who's invited?" under "Hosted by" and choose Kids only. Then set Siblings welcome, Parents can stay and an optional Ages note. You can also change it in Event Settings under Guests.
How does a parent RSVP for more than one child?
If Siblings welcome is on, the RSVP form has a "+ Add another child" button, up to 6 children per reply. If it's off, each invitation covers one child.
Can I make it a drop-off party?
Yes. Turn off Parents can stay and the RSVP never asks about adults. The invitation badge shows Drop-off.
Will other guests see my child's name?
No. Children's names are visible only to the host and co-hosts. Other guests see counts, such as 8 kids coming.
Can I change an event to kids-only after people have replied?
You can switch between Everyone and Kids only until the first Yes comes in. After that it's locked so existing replies keep their meaning. Siblings welcome, Parents can stay and Ages can still be edited.
How do I see which kids are coming and their allergies?
Your event page shows Kids coming, Adults staying and Families replied. Each reply lists the children's names and allergies, and the CSV download includes the same details.
Plan Your Kids' Party the Easy Way
Create a kids-only invitation in a few minutes. Parents RSVP by child, and you see who's coming.
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