An online event has no physical venue. The form follows the same three-step structure as a venue event,Event Details,Tickets & AddOns, andReview & Submit, but the location section is replaced with a single optional platform field.
If you are running an in-person event, seeHow to create a venue eventinstead.
Step 1: Event DetailsGo toCreate an online event.
Basic information
- Enter your event name in theEvent Namefield.
- Enter who is running the event in theEvent Organiser(s)field.
- Choose a category from theEvent Categorydropdown. This helps attendees find your event on the Explore page.
Date and time
- UnderWhen is your event?, set theEvent Date.
- If the event runs across more than one day, setIs this more than a day event?toYesand pick anEvent End Date.
- Set theStart TimeandDurationin hours and minutes.
- Select the correctTimezone.
Visibility
- UnderIs this a private event?, leave it asNofor a public event. ChoosePrivateto restrict access to people with a direct link. SeeHow to set your event as private.
Platform and location
- UnderLocation Details, theEvent Typeis already set to Online.
- In theWhere is your event taking place?field, you can optionally enter the platform name, for example, Zoom, Google Meet, or any other service you are using. This is visible to attendees on the event page.
You do not need to paste the meeting link here. Most organisers share access details with attendees separately after purchase, for example via the attendee messaging feature.
Description and images
- Write yourEvent Description. Include what attendees will need to join, for example, whether they will receive a link by email after buying a ticket.
- Upload a main image underEvent Images. Additional images can be added below.
If you do not add any tickets, a free default entry ticket will be created for you automatically. To create your own tiers, clickAdd Ticket. SeeHow to create a ticket tier.
To offer extras at checkout, use theEvent AddOns/Merchandisesection. SeeHow to set up AddOns.
Step 3: Review & Submit- Check all your details in theReview & Submitstep.
- Use the step indicators at the top to go back and make changes.
- ClickCreate Eventto submit.
SeeHow to publish your eventfor what happens after submission. To save your progress and come back later, seeHow to save an event as a draft.