What are virtual events?

A virtual event is an experience that takes place online. This includes paid webinars, demos, masterclasses, Q&As, and interviews, just to name a few. On a broader scale, they can include virtual trade shows, conferences, and organization-wide meetings for large and small companies.

How do I choose the right video hosting platform for my virtual event?

Choosing the right video hosting platform depends on your event format. Webinars, livestreams, and virtual conferences have different needs. Our virtual events platform integrates with leading video services like Zoom, Vimeo, and YouTube, and you can connect to any other video tool, giving you the flexibility to create the best experience for your attendees.

How can I change my event from in-person to virtual?

Changing your event from in-person to virtual is easy with Eventbrite. Click on your event under "Manage events" in your account. Go to "Basic info" on your Event Dashboard. Select the pencil icon next to your event location. Click on the dropdown "Venue" and select "Online event". Follow the steps to create a livestream virtual event page.

What are the most important elements to consider when planning a virtual event?

We’ve created a short list of virtual events best practices — from planning and promotion to hosting and presenting — for you to use as a guide. Gain a deeper understanding of your audience: Your attendees are showing up to learn something, so prioritize what you believe they’ll find most interesting. Find the right speaker or panel for your topic: If you’re hosting a virtual event with speakers, make sure they have the right experience and possess considerable authority and credibility on the topic. Work with a tech-savvy events team that has a diverse skill set: Tech-savvy support teams can help you choose a video platform with the right settings and features. They can also moderate attendee interactions, and sort out any tech difficulties on the day of your online event. Choose your event format based on the topic: Once your event topic is determined, do your research on the various virtual event formats that could provide the strongest fit. Test out the options you’re drawn to — or even try out a combination — until you find the one that’s most successful with your audience and easiest for you to implement.

How much should I charge for my online event?

As virtual events become more commonplace, many creators have started to charge — or charge more — for their unique virtual experiences. Read about these ticketing strategies for helpful ticket pricing tips. Then use Eventbrite’s free virtual event platform to get started.

How do I promote and grow my online event?

Eventbrite is an all-in-one event marketing platform to help you sell more tickets and grow your business. Eventbrite's email and social media marketing tools help you promote your online event, whether you’re new or very experienced with event marketing.

What is a virtual event platform?

A virtual event platform is software designed to help you create, promote, and run online events. It provides tools for ticketing, registration, marketing, attendee engagement, and video streaming integration. Eventbrite's platform gives you everything you need to host successful virtual events like webinars, workshops, and online conferences.

What should I look for in a virtual event platform?

Look for a virtual event platform with robust ticketing, seamless integrations with video services like Zoom, and powerful marketing tools. Key features include customizable event pages, email marketing capabilities, social sharing options, and detailed analytics to track your success and understand your attendees.

Which features does a virtual event platform need?

Essential features include flexible ticketing, secure payment processing, and customizable event pages. Also critical are integrations with video platforms (e.g., Zoom, YouTube), built-in marketing tools for promotion, and analytics to measure performance. An ideal platform should also offer tools for attendee engagement, like automated email reminders and notifications.

Can I run ticketed webinars and virtual conferences on Eventbrite?

Yes. You can use Eventbrite to sell tickets for webinars, workshops, and virtual conferences, then connect your event with a supported video service such as Zoom, Vimeo, Facebook Live, YouTube, or Twitch. Eventbrite also provides event pages, promotion tools, attendee communications, and reporting to support your event from registration through follow-up.

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Eventbrite's virtual event platform empowers creators to thrive. Our software for virtual events makes it easy to ticket, promote, and host successful online workshops, webinars, and conferences.

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Our virtual event tools give you everything you need to host professional workshops, webinars, and online conferences. Create a custom event page and connect with leading video streaming platforms for a seamless attendee experience.

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Customizable online event pages

Create custom event pages designed to drive registrations and ticket sales with a quick and secure checkout experience for your attendees.

Virtual event integrations

Choose from a wide range of video hosting platforms seamlessly integrated with Eventbrite, including Zoom, Vimeo, Facebook Live, YouTube, or Twitch to elevate the interactive experience for attendees.

Reach more people with powerful promotion tools

Connect with a global audience searching for virtual events. Our marketplace and discovery tools put your online workshops and webinars in front of millions of actively engaged people.

Attendee discovery

Event-goers searching for unique experiences account for 1 out of 4 tickets sold on Eventbrite with personalized recommendations in our consumer app and newsletters.

Share on social

Scale your audience with built-in social marketing tools. Share your events and sell tickets on Facebook or LinkedIn directly from your Eventbrite account.

Eventbrite marketing tools

Power your growth with our all-in-one marketing platform designed specifically for virtual events. Launch ads on Facebook or Instagram in minutes and reach more people using smart audience targeting options.

Engage your attendees and build a loyal following

Turn attendees into loyal fans with built-in email marketing, automated reminders, and audience analytics. Our virtual event platform provides the tools to nurture your community before, during, and after your event.

Email marketing tools

Use our tools to quickly and easily send emails to your community with no contact limits and up to 10,000 daily sends. Our open rates are 59% higher than the industry average.

Audience reports & insights

Discover where your ticket sales are coming from and get actionable reporting to continuously optimize your online event strategy.

Automated event notifications

Keep your attendees engaged with automated reminders for your virtual events. Our platform also notifies your followers about new events you publish, helping you sell more tickets and build a loyal community.

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Collections

Curate all the events in your program onto a single page and help attendees discover more of your events.

Canva integration

Elevate your marketing and create exciting social posts and ads for your events without leaving Eventbrite using our integration with Canva, a free-to-use online graphic design tool.

Embedded checkout

Collect event payments directly on your website, WordPress blog, Facebook page, and more. Attendees can complete their online ticket purchase without ever having to leave your event website.