Does one typically bring a gift to a graduation party?

[Auntie Crackhead]

I've been invited to two high school graduation parties.
One is very formal, like, dresses/tuxes at a rented out hotel ballroom type
formal. The other is a soup/salad dinner at the girl's house followed by going
to see the new Indiana Jones movie. Should I bring presents?
I've never been to a grad party before. gonk

 

[xKirst]

I can't help you out I'm afraid, we don't have proper graduation ceremonies here unless we go to university and pass gonk  

[MaryAnneStrangeAngel]

That depends. If it was an invitation with an RSVP, a gift would likely not be required but would be appreciated.

If it's an open house, anyone-can-come sort of an event, it would be appreciated but no one would expect you to bring one.

In both of those cases, it sounds like bringing a small (useful) gift would be best. biggrin  

[d i m i r h e x]

I would say no.
This is a formal occasion to incorporate everyone, no one really needs a present. 3nodding  

[AnacinCross]

For the casual one, you could bring a dessert or something if you feel so compelled. I really wouldn't for the formal one however.  

[d i m i r h e x]

AnacinCross

For the casual one, you could bring a dessert or something if you feel so compelled. I really wouldn't for the formal one however.

-nods-
I agree with Cross.
Good idea, bring chocolate...
chocolate cheese cake or something?