Events Section
Overview
The Events section displays your upcoming and past events, helping visitors discover what's happening and when. Perfect for showcasing workshops, conferences, tours, or any scheduled activities.
What's Included
Event Cards: Individual cards for each event
Event Dates: Display event dates and times
Event Locations: Show where events take place
Event Descriptions: Brief descriptions of each event
Event Images: Visual representation of events
Configuration Options
Display Settings
Events Limit: Number of events to show (default: 12)
Show Event Dates: Toggle date display
Show Event Location: Toggle location display
Events Description: Custom description for the section
Event Information
Events are pulled from:
Events created in the platform
Events linked to your organisation
Upcoming and past events (configurable)
Best Practices
Keep it Current: Regularly update event information
Clear Dates: Use clear, readable date formats
Include Location: Always include event location
Compelling Images: Use engaging event photos
Call-to-Action: Include registration or booking links
Event Information
Required Information
Event Name: Clear, descriptive title
Date: Start and end dates
Time: Start and end times (if applicable)
Location: Physical or virtual location
Optional Information
Description: Detailed event description
Image: Event photo or graphic
Registration Link: Link to register or book
Price: Event pricing information
Category: Event type or category
Display Formats
Grid Layout
Multiple events in a grid
Best for 6-12 events
Easy to scan and compare
List Layout
Vertical list of events
Best for detailed information
Chronological ordering
Card Design
Each event card includes:
Event image (with fallback)
Event name
Date and time
Location
Brief description
Link to full details
Date Formatting
Recommended Formats
Full Date: "Friday, 15 March 2024"
Short Date: "15 Mar 2024"
With Time: "15 Mar 2024, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM"
Range: "15-17 Mar 2024"
Content Guidelines
Event Names
Clear and descriptive
Include event type (Workshop, Tour, Conference)
Maximum 60 characters recommended
Descriptions
2-3 sentences for preview
Include key information (what, when, where)
Highlight benefits or outcomes
Maximum 150 characters for preview
Images
Use event-specific images
High quality (1200px+ wide)
Aspect ratio: 16:9 recommended
Optimise for web
Troubleshooting
No events showing?
Ensure you have events created in the platform
Check that events are linked to your organisation
Verify the Events section is enabled
Check event dates (may filter by upcoming only)
Dates not displaying?
Ensure "Show Event Dates" is enabled
Verify event dates are properly set
Check date format settings
Location not showing?
Enable "Show Event Location" in settings
Ensure events have location information
Verify location data is complete