Host a private party without lifting a finger
Dinner parties, baby and bridal showers, anniversaries, and intimate celebrations — Picnyk books verified private chefs, bartenders, and entertainers, builds your budget, and manages every detail so you can be a guest at your own party.
Small gathering, full-service experience
Intimate parties should feel effortless — but hosting one rarely is. Picnyk is the first AI platform that completes the whole process for private events: describe your gathering and our AI builds a right-sized budget, recommends verified private chefs, bartenders, and entertainers, locks in the date, and keeps a simple checklist so you can actually relax and enjoy the evening you planned.
The first AI platform that completes your whole event
Most tools stop at search. Picnyk takes you from booking to the final celebration — book, manage, and complete the entire process in one place.
Book the right vendors with AI
Describe your event in plain language and our AI matches you with verified, insured vendors, builds an accurate budget, and locks in availability in minutes.
Manage every detail in one place
Messages, contracts, payments, timelines, and checklists live in a single workspace, so nothing slips through the cracks as your event comes together.
Complete the whole event end-to-end
From the first deposit to day-of coordination and final payouts, Picnyk runs the entire process so your celebration goes off without a hitch.
Everything an intimate event needs
The right vendors, scaled perfectly for a smaller, more personal celebration.
In-home private chefs
Restaurant-quality, made-to-order meals cooked in your kitchen with menus tailored to your guests.
Bartenders & beverage service
Book professional bartenders for craft cocktails and seamless service all night long.
Music & entertainment
Add the perfect ambiance with musicians, DJs, or specialty entertainers sized for an intimate room.
Decor & styling
Bring your theme to life with decorators and stylists who handle the details so you don't have to.
Right-sized budget
See a transparent budget that fits a smaller guest list — including service charges, gratuity, and tax.
Effortless coordination
Picnyk manages contracts, payments, and arrival times so every vendor shows up ready and on time.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private dinner party cost?
It scales with your guest list and menu. A private chef dinner for two often runs $200-400, while a dinner party for 6-12 guests ranges from $500-1,000. Showers and intimate gatherings can start around $25-45 per guest. Picnyk shows the full cost — including service charges, gratuity, and tax — upfront.
What kinds of private parties can I plan?
Dinner parties, baby and bridal showers, engagement parties, anniversaries, holiday gatherings, and intimate celebrations of all kinds. The AI tailors the plan and budget to your size and style.
Can I book a private chef and bartender together?
Yes. Picnyk lets you book multiple vendors for the same event and manages them from one dashboard, so your chef, bartender, and entertainment are all coordinated.
Are the vendors vetted and insured?
Every vendor is AI-verified for licensing, insurance (minimum $1,000,000 liability for most categories), food safety where applicable, and reviews before they can accept bookings.
What happens after I book?
Picnyk manages your contracts, payments, messaging, checklist, and day-of coordination, so every vendor arrives prepared and your party runs exactly as planned.
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Ready to host an effortless private party?
Book verified vendors, set your budget, and let Picnyk handle the rest — all in one AI platform.
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