Whether to bring a gift to a gender reveal party depends on the hosts' expectations and your relationship to them, but gifts are not mandatory. Gender reveal parties are primarily celebratory gatherings focused on announcing the baby's sex to family and friends, not formal gift-giving events like baby showers. If you're invited and choose not to bring a gift, that's generally acceptable—the hosts are asking for your presence, not presents. However, many guests do bring small gifts, which can range from inexpensive items (candles, snacks, champagne) to baby-related presents if the hosts prefer. Some hosts explicitly state "no gifts please" on invitations, while others may appreciate them. A practical approach: check the invitation wording for guidance, consider your relationship closeness and budget, and if uncertain, ask the host directly or wait to see what others plan. If you do bring something, it doesn't need to be elaborate or expensive. The focus is on sharing the parents' joy, not on gift obligations. Gender reveals are typically less formal than baby showers, so standard gift-giving etiquette is more relaxed.