What is the difference between a "house party" and a party at someone's house?

If someone invites me to a party, I assume it's going to be at their house (or apartment). But I keep hearing on the news about "house parties" -- usually because someone got shot at one. Is that the distinction -- if someone gets shot at your party, it was a "house party"? Or am I missing something? 🤔

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emmasfriend · 46-50, F

A "House Party" is when several people have been invited for the weekend, typically for shooting.
Arrive Friday evening, shooting on Saturday, leave on Sunday.

Mostly it is the men who shoot, but not exclusively, some women do. The other wives / girlfriends find plenty of generous hospitality.

It is the pheasants which are shot, (unless there is an accident !).

Yes, quite aristocratic, I know; may include viting other bedrooms.