I definitely have advice for you as I've experienced this very thing.
My suggestion is that you bring three dishes so that if none of their dishes are vegan, you will have enough to eat from the three dishes you brought yourself. I would bring enough to feed half of the expected guests and make sure you get first crack at those dishes.
Don't worry about turning down other dishes and hurting people's feelings. I always showed appreciation for their effort, example, "Wow, that looks so delicious. I'm sure it tastes wonderful."
If it were me, I would bring two side dishes and one dessert item. I wouldn't try to bring a whole Tofurkey or anything. however, I might bring a side of tofurkey for me and my family. Then I would bring like baked sweet potatoes, fresh rosemary bread or green bean casserole. Or a big salad, or a fruit platter.
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