Social Event Seating Chart Generator

Free seating planner for birthday parties, baby showers, bridal showers, family reunions, and holiday gatherings.

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What it does

Family group seating

Tag guests with a family or group name. They are automatically seated at the same table.

Guest of honor proximity

Mark VIP guests to be placed near the head of the table or guest of honor position.

Round tables and family-style

Choose from small rounds (6–8 seats), long family-style tables, cocktail layouts, and more.

Plus-one linking

Link couples and plus-ones with one click. They are always seated together.

Dietary tracking

Record dietary restrictions per guest for catering coordination.

No account required

Everything stays in your browser. Share via link or export to print.

How to use Social Event Seating Chart Generator

  1. 1
    Add your guest list

    Enter guest names. Add family/group tags to keep families together and dietary notes for catering.

  2. 2
    Choose a layout

    Round tables for seated dinners, family-style for reunion long tables, cocktail high-tops for casual parties.

  3. 3
    Set seating preferences

    Use "Seat Together" for family groups and couples. Mark the guest of honor for priority placement.

  4. 4
    Generate and adjust

    Click Generate to auto-assign seats. Drag to swap and lock seats you are satisfied with.

  5. 5
    Share or print

    Print the chart, share a link with co-hosts, or generate a QR code guests scan at the door.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this for a birthday party?

Yes. Choose "Social Event" mode, add your guests, pick a round-table or cocktail layout, and generate your chart in minutes.

What about a family reunion with 100+ guests?

The tool handles up to 200 guests for social events. Use family group tags to keep each family at the same table automatically.

Does it work for a bridal shower or baby shower?

Yes. These are pre-configured as social events. Use round tables or tea-party style layouts, and the "Celebration" theme for a festive look.

Can multiple co-hosts collaborate on the chart?

Use the Share Link button to send the full chart state in a URL. Anyone with the link can view and edit the chart in their own browser.

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