Create Event
Menu Path: Catalog > Events > Create
Creating an event requires specific temporal and spatial data unlike standard retail products. The creation form captures the absolute basics to get the event into the system.
Step 1: Core Details
- Event Title: Make it catchy and descriptive.
- Event Type: Select between:
- Physical: Requires a geographical location.
- Online / Webinar: Requires a digital meeting link (Zoom, Google Meet, etc.).
- Description: Provide a rich-text overview. What will attendees learn? Who is performing? Include schedules or formatting as needed.
Step 2: Time & Scheduling
Accurate time data is critical for ticketing and calendar integrations.
- Start Date & Time: When does the event officially begin?
- End Date & Time: When does it conclude?
- Registration Deadline: (Optional) If you need to finalize catering or seating, set a cutoff date. After this date, tickets can no longer be purchased even if the event hasn't started.
Step 3: Location (Physical Events)
If you selected "Physical" as the event type, you must define where it happens.
- Select a Place: The system connects to the
Relations > Placesmodule. Search for a pre-defined venue (e.g., "Convention Center A"). This automatically pulls in the address, map coordinates, and maximum venue capacity.
Step 4: Media
- Cover Image / Banner: Upload a high-resolution 16:9 banner. This is heavily used in frontend listings and social media sharing (OpenGraph).
Click "Save" to generate the event. To configure tickets, add speakers, or build a detailed agenda, proceed to the Edit Event screen.