Events allow you to showcase schedules, venues, and event details on your website. Here's how to create and manage them effectively:

Adding an Events Page

1. Open Pages panel and click +
2. Select Events under Collections
3. Enter page title and press Enter

Creating an Event

1. Click + on the Events page
2. Add event title
3. Set start and end date/time
4. Add location details
5. Fill in event description
6. Click Save or Publish

Key Event Settings

• Date and Time: Set in 5-minute intervals
• Featured Image: Add image to represent event
• Location: Enter address for map display
• Excerpt: Brief event description
• Categories/Tags: Organize events
• SEO Settings: Add title and description
• Social Sharing: Connect social accounts

Display Options

List View:

• Shows descriptions, excerpts, and images
• Displays up to 250 upcoming and 30 past events

Calendar View:

• Interactive monthly format
• Featured images display for single events
• Hover tooltips show excerpts
• Automatic mobile optimization

Customization Features

• Toggle past events visibility
• Add export links (Google/iCal)
• Show/hide social buttons
• Customize date/time formats
• Adjust thumbnail sizes
• Modify layout options

Important Notes

• Events must have end times
• Schedule up to 2 years in advance
• Maximum 350 events per month
• No native booking support
• Cannot set recurring events
• Time zone based on site settings

For booking functionality, consider integrating with third-party scheduling tools like Acuity Scheduling.

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