Getting Started - Creating an Event

Creating a new event with Evessio can be completed in just 4 easy steps.

From the event list, click +New Event.

Step 1- Create Event

1. Select if the event should be part of a new event group or an existing event group. All events in an event group share the same domain name. If you want to use an existing event group, select it from the dropdown menu. If you wish to use a new group, create a name for your new event group.

A suggested event name will auto-populate based on the name of the event group and the date. This can be edited if necessary.

2. Select the date and time of your event. This is the date of the live event i.e. awards ceremony/conference/exhibit. For a multiday event. check the option Set a separate end date.
3. Select which optional features are required. The options selected can be altered here, and in Event > Settings until the event is published. This selection will determine which features are available for this event e.g. selecting awards, the event features will include the awards nomination product, the ability to set up a Judging process and the Table Booking product.

Step 2- Select Theme

Themes determine the look and feel of your website, offering different visual styles for many aspects.

The theme you choose for your event can be changed in Website > Themes.

Step 3- Select Content

To create a brand new event with no previous content under Create content?, select No.

To copy content from another event it is ESSENTIAL that under Create content?, you select Yes.

This will be your only opportunity to copy content from one event to another.

Click here for more information.

Step 4- Timeline

Finally, review the dates and ensure the selected country and time zone is correct.

Once you select Finish, your event has been created!