BYOB Party Planner

Bring Your Own Bottle

The free coordinator for drinks, food and anything your group needs

Stop the confusion of who brings what. Create a shared list for drinks, food, or anything your group needs, assign items to guests, and make sure your next BYOB event has everything covered.

Perfect for every BYOB occasion

🍷 Wine Night
🍺 Beer Garden
🍹 Cocktail Party
🔥 BBQ
🍽️ Dinner Party
🎂 Birthday
✨ Your own occasion
No registration
Quick setup
Collaboration

How to Plan a Bring Your Own Bottle Party

Three simple steps to a perfectly organised BYOB event

1

Create your list

Enter your list name and create a shared list for all the drinks, food, and anything else your group needs.

2

Share with guests

Share the link with your guests via WhatsApp, email, or any messaging app. No registration required for anyone.

3

Everyone claims what they bring

Guests can see the list and mark what they will bring. Real-time updates mean no duplicates and nothing forgotten.

BYOB for every occasion

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Wine Night

Hosting a wine tasting evening? Coordinate reds, whites, and rosés across your guests. Add snacks and nibbles to the same list so everything is covered.

🔥

BBQ with drinks

A garden BBQ needs beer, lemonades, meat, salads, and more. Let guests claim what they bring so you end up with the right mix of food and drinks.

🍹

Cocktail Party

Cocktail nights need spirits, mixers, garnishes, and snacks. List every item and let guests pick what to bring for the perfect evening.

🍽️

Dinner Party

Dinner parties are the classic bring-a-bottle occasion. Use whobrings to coordinate starters, mains, desserts, and the wine pairings all in one list.

🧒

Kindergarten Events

Summer fetes, birthday celebrations, or end-of-year parties at kindergarten always need someone to bring cake, juice, fruit, or craft supplies. One shared list keeps every parent in the loop.

🏫

School Events

Class parties, bake sales, sports days, or school trips. Coordinate who brings what across a whole class of parents without the endless group chat back-and-forth.

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Club and Association Events

Whether it's a sports club, choir, or neighbourhood association, club events need food, drinks, and equipment from many members. One list, no confusion.

Why use whobrings.com for your BYOB party?

Assignment

Everybody can assign what he or she can bring.

Share

Simply share your list with the whole group.

Live Sync

Every list update is visible for anyone live. No screen refresh is needed.

Amount

Set the amount and unit of the items you need.

Voting

Not sure if you need an item? Start a vote by adding an ? to the item title.

Categories

Add categories to items and create different sublists keep your list clean.

And much more: PDF export, RSVP tracking, AI-powered category suggestions, and real-time updates for everyone.

Bring Your Own Bottle Made Easy

Hosting a BYOB party should be fun, not stressful. But coordinating who brings which drinks, who covers the food, and making sure nothing is forgotten can quickly become a headache of group chats and last-minute messages.

What does Bring Your Own Bottle mean?

"Bring your own bottle" (BYOB) is a party format where guests are invited to bring their own drinks. It's a popular choice for casual gatherings, garden parties, and events where the host provides a venue but leaves drinks and food contributions to the guests. The key challenge is coordinating who brings what so the group ends up with a good mix and nobody shows up empty-handed.

Why use whobrings for your BYOB party?

No more duplicates: With a shared list everyone can see in real time, you'll never have three bottles of the same wine and no beer again. Guests claim their item and it's instantly visible to everyone.

Not just drinks: Add food, snacks, utensils, or anything else your event needs to the same list. Whobrings coordinates everything, not just bottles.

No registration needed: Share a link and your guests are in. No app download, no account creation. It works on any phone or computer.

Free for groups of any size: Whether it's a small dinner party of six or a backyard BBQ for thirty, whobrings handles it for free.

Ready to plan your next bring-your-own-bottle party? Create your free list now and share it with your guests.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bring Your Own Bottle

What does BYOB mean?

BYOB stands for "Bring Your Own Bottle" (sometimes also "Bring Your Own Beer" or "Bring Your Own Booze"). It's a common party convention where guests bring their own drinks rather than having the host provide them. It's a great way to keep hosting costs down while ensuring everyone drinks what they like.

How do I coordinate a bring your own bottle party?

The easiest way is to create a shared list with whobrings.com. Add the drinks, food, and anything else you need, share the link with your guests, and let them mark what they will bring. Everyone can see the list in real time, so there are no duplicate purchases.

Is whobrings.com free to use for BYOB parties?

Yes! Creating a list on whobrings.com is completely free. Your guests don't need to create an account either. Just share the link and they're in.

Can I use whobrings for food as well as drinks?

Absolutely. Whobrings works for anything your group needs to bring: drinks, food, snacks, equipment, or any other items. Add everything to one shared list so your whole event is organised in one place.

What is a bring a bottle party?

A "bring a bottle" party (also called a BYO or BYOB party) is a social gathering where each guest is expected to bring a bottle of drink, usually wine, beer, or a spirit. The host typically provides the food and a venue, while guests contribute to the drinks. It's a casual, cost-sharing approach popular for garden parties, BBQs, and dinner parties.

How many bottles should guests bring to a BYOB party?

A common guideline is one bottle of wine per person for a dinner party, or a six-pack of beer per person for a casual gathering. Using whobrings, you can set amounts for each item so guests know exactly how much to bring.