Gender Reveal Party

Lady
My husband and I are super excited about having our first child (due date Nov. 17), and I want to indulge in everything little thing I can do to remember this experience. 
We want to do a gender reveal party, but I'm hesitant for two reasons:
1. We could use the money for essential items we'll really need, &
2. My husband and I might not be able to look away during the ultrasound. 
I'm stuck! Advice?