house party

American  

Or houseparty

noun

1. the entertainment of guests for one or more nights at one's home, a fraternity or sorority house, etc.

2. the guests at such an affair or party.

   The house party goes sailing today.

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house party British  

noun

1. a party, usually in a country house, at which guests are invited to stay for several days

2. the guests who are invited

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Etymology

Origin of house party

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

But by 2021, house party gigs had slowed down.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

That night, in one of the Bellagio’s opulent suites, the three celebrated with a lavish house party.

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026

The atmosphere was like a polite house party.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2025

So, you know, she's the last potential partner at the house party who just has no interest in him whatsoever.

From Salon • Dec. 17, 2024

I know I look out of place—Nathan’s wardrobe is more suited to a debate tournament than a Saturday-night house party.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan