going away party

Sendoff for someone

A going away party is a social gathering to celebrate and bid farewell to someone who is leaving—typically moving to a new city, starting a job elsewhere, or embarking on an extended journey.

The party honors the departing person and gives friends, family, or coworkers a chance to say goodbye: We're throwing a going away party for Sarah before she moves to London.

Opposites
direction of transition

going away partywelcome home party

Event honoring someone's arrival

welcome party · welcome reception · housewarming · baby shower · wedding reception

beginning vs. ending

going away partywelcome party

Event honoring new arrivals

housewarming · initiation ceremony

Family

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