How to promote an event for free
Write a great announcement, post it where the right people are, and keep it going until the day.
Events fill up when the right people hear about them early and get reminded. This guide gives you a simple countdown plan and an announcement writer to get the words right.
Write your event announcement
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Short
You're invited! Our event. RSVP below so we know you're coming.
Standard
You're invited! Our event. RSVP below so we know you're coming.
Reminder
Reminder: Our event is coming up! RSVP below so we know you're coming.
The countdown plan
A rhythm that works for most events:
- 4 weeks out: announce it (what, when, where, who it's for, cost)
- 3 weeks: share the people or activities involved
- 2 weeks: a poll or question to build interest
- 1 week: practical details (parking, what to bring)
- Day before: a reminder
- After: photos and a thank-you
Where to post
Post it as a Hub event in the Hubs your audience belongs to (with the owner's blessing), on your Page, and share it with your network.
What a good announcement has
A clear title, the date and time with timezone, the place (or online link), who it's for, the cost, and exactly how to sign up.
Frequently asked questions
Can I post an event on Zertle?
Yes, in any Hub you belong to where events are allowed, and you can create a Hub for your own events.
Can people RSVP?
Yes, Hub events collect RSVPs so you know who's coming.
Is it free?
Yes.
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