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Editable template
Online Publisher Invitation Template
Need a Publisher-style invitation template? Customize this editable layout with your event details, names, date, time, and RSVP instructions — then export a print-ready PDF or share-ready image. No Microsoft Publisher required.
Use Publisher-style layouts online. You can also open old .pub files.
Best uses for this invitation template
- 1
Wedding invitation
A formal or semi-formal printed wedding invitation with couple names, ceremony date and time, venue, and reception details.
- 2
Birthday party invitation
Personalized birthday invitations for children's parties, milestone birthdays, and surprise party reveals with date, location, and RSVP.
- 3
Baby shower invitation
Announce the shower with a warm invitation that includes the guest of honor's name, date, venue, registry link, and RSVP contact.
- 4
Graduation party invitation
Celebrate the graduate with a party invitation featuring their name, school, graduation year, and party details.
- 5
Church or ministry event invitation
Invite the congregation or community to a worship night, retreat, church anniversary, or fundraiser event.
- 6
Corporate or nonprofit event invitation
Invite clients, donors, or stakeholders to a gala, annual dinner, product launch, or appreciation event.
- 7
Open house invitation
Real estate open houses, business grand openings, and home housewarming parties all benefit from a printed or mailed invitation.
Online Publisher Invitation Template
Use Publisher-style layouts online. You can also open old .pub files.
What you can edit
- Names (host, guest of honor)
- Event title
- Date & time
- Venue / location
- RSVP instructions
- Dress code
- Registry link
- Photo zone
What to include on a printed invitation
A complete invitation answers six questions: Who is hosting? What is the occasion? When does it take place? Where is it? Who is invited? How do I respond? Include the host's name, the event name and occasion, the full date and start time, the venue name and address, the RSVP deadline and contact method, and any special instructions — dress code, gift registry, parking. Keep the visual design clean so the essential information is immediately scannable.
Publisher-style invitations without Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft Publisher has long been popular for designing printed invitations — its rich text formatting, image placement, and standard paper sizing made it a natural tool for weddings, parties, and events. Microsoft Publisher reaches end of life in October 2026. PublishMedia offers the same editable invitation layouts in your browser with no install. You can also open existing .pub invitation files and update them for a new event without any conversion step.
Related invitation templates
Click any template to open it in the editor — customize, then export a print-ready PDF.
How to customize this invitation
- 1Choose an invitation layout. Browse the invitation templates and pick a style that matches the formality and tone of your event — elegant serif for weddings, colorful and playful for birthdays.
- 2Fill in the host and event details. Enter the host name(s), event title, occasion, and any formal phrasing appropriate for your event type.
- 3Add the date, time, and venue. Include the full event date, start time, venue name, and street address. For formal events, add a secondary line for reception or parking details.
- 4Add RSVP instructions and deadline. Specify how guests should respond — email, phone, or an online RSVP link — and include the RSVP deadline date.
- 5Export and print or mail. Download a print-ready PDF sized for standard letter paper or a specific invitation size. Print at home, at an office store, or at a professional print shop for larger quantities.
Frequently asked questions
What invitation types are available?+
Wedding invitations, birthday party invitations, baby shower invitations, graduation party invitations, bridal shower invitations, anniversary invitations, holiday party invitations, church event invitations, and corporate event invitations.
Can I open an existing Publisher invitation file (.pub)?+
Yes. Upload your .pub invitation file to PublishMedia and it opens as an editable document. Update the names, date, and event details and export a fresh PDF.
What size are standard printed invitations?+
Common invitation sizes: 5×7 inches (most popular for formal events), 4×6 inches (postcard-style), 5.5×8.5 (half-sheet, works in A2 envelopes). PublishMedia supports all common invitation sizes.
Can I add a photo to the invitation?+
Yes. Upload a photo of the honoree, couple, or event as a PNG or JPG and place it in the photo zone on the invitation template. Many birthday and graduation invitations feature a portrait photo of the guest of honor.
Can I use these invitations for both print and email distribution?+
Yes. Export your invitation as a PDF to print and mail, or export as a PNG image to send via email, text, or social media messaging.
Is this affiliated with Microsoft?+
No. Publish Media Software is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft Corporation. 'Microsoft Publisher' is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Is this only for Microsoft Publisher files?+
Publisher comes first: open your .pub files, start from a print-ready Publisher-style template, or create a brand-new document — all in your browser. As a bonus, you can also open Word, PowerPoint, PDF, and image files and fully edit them online when you need to.
Can I open a Word, PowerPoint, or PDF file too?+
Yes. Alongside Publisher .pub files you can open Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and PDF files (and PNG/JPG/WebP images) as an editable starting point, then edit them in your browser and export a clean PDF. Publisher is our focus; these are a convenience for the other files you already have.
Can I export a clean PDF?+
Yes. Every document exports to a clean, print-ready PDF — included on the free plan. You can keep editing online and return to your project anytime.