Will you be hosting an evening in a few weeks? Do you want it to be a hit? Creating an event on facebook is the simplest way to advertise an event, an evening or an event. In this way you will be able to give the possibility to participate to a greater number of people. If you don't know how, just follow the simple tips in this article.
Steps
Step 1. Log into your Facebook account
Enter your username and password.
Step 2. Click on "events"
It is located in the upper left part of the screen. It is the third item in the "favorites" menu.
If you have trouble finding it, look under the profile photo
Step 3. Click on the "+ Create Event" button at the top right of the page
You can find it between the "invite" and "today" buttons.
Step 4. Choose the event name
Think carefully about the name of the event. It is a detail that can influence possible participants, creating expectations that you will not have to disappoint. here are some things to consider:
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Clarity: It is the most important thing, you have to be simple and honest, so that possible attendees of the event know what it is.
- For example, if the event is centered around a film screening or sporting event, make sure people understand that they will be spending the evening in front of a television.
- If you're planning a birthday or graduation party, make sure attendees know who to greet or congratulate.
- As difficult as it may be, if you are planning a surprise party, for example for your father who does not have a facebook profile. Try to be as clear as possible in the description of the event.
- Creativity: You have to find a way to distinguish your event! Let your friends know it's not going to be your usual party. In a nutshell, try to make him understand that it will be an evening not to be missed.
- Simplicity: Be clear and creative, but don't overdo it. You will risk having the opposite effect.
Step 5. Add details about the event
The details of the evening can influence potential attendees. It is important to illustrate what they should expect from the event. Try to be clear and you will avoid being inundated with millions of questions. Here are some suggestions:
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Set the "tone" of the evening. Let the guests know what they will find by attending the evening.
- If the event is about a speech or a lecture, try to be clear about the sobriety and respect required.
- If during the evening you intend to screen a film, a documentary or anything else, it is good that the participants want to attend the screening seriously without beats and boorish comedy.
- Of course, in an event, the desire to have fun is always welcome, but try to be clear about the setting of the evening.
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Let your guests know how to dress. If you are organizing an informal party you will not need to make any clarifications. But if your event should be more formal, communicate it to potential attendees so they are prepared.
If the evening will take place outside, advise your guests to dress appropriately. Or, if the event will take place in a place with a swimming pool, advise them to prune their swimsuit
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Let your guests know what to bring. If you're throwing a BYOB party, which means "Bring Your Own Bottles" make sure you let everyone know not to show up empty-handed.
- This way you will be sure that there will be enough "supplies" for everyone.
- Don't just say they have to bring something. try to involve the guests by proposing a list in which everyone can mark what it will bring to the party.
- If you are planning a charity event where you want to collect donations, try to be clear about it so that there are no "unprepared" guests.
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Ask for confirmation of presence. If you are organizing a house party or you need to know the number of attendees to book the restaurant.
Keep in mind that many times some people confirm their presence and then don't come, while other times those who have not confirmed show up for the evening
Step 6. Add the event address
Try to be clear about the place of the evening. Provide the address of the party, even if you assume the guests know it.
- If you don't want to write the address on Facebook, you can send it to the participants via email or sms.
- If you are organizing a surprise party or a concert, the punctuality of the guests is important! Ask your guests to be on time.
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If the evening has been organized in several places, such as dinner in a restaurant and after dinner in a club, inform the participants of the times when you intend to change "location."
If you have multiple venues for your event, and some unforeseen event has forced you to change seats, inform the guests of the seat change
Step 7. Day and time of the event
This information is essential for the success of an event. Select the correct date from the calendar, and enter the start time of the evening.
- Don't start an event too early, or too late, or your guests will be too tired to come.
- Look for other events on Facebook so you don't overlap with other initiatives.
- Check that the date chosen for your event does not coincide with a party, sporting event or television that discourages potential attendees.
Step 8. Select the friends to invite
The key to a successful event is the guest list. Here are some helpful tips:
- Invite people who can actually come to the evening. There is nothing more annoying than being invited to an event together with 600 other people, especially if the evening will take place on the other side of the world.
- Choose friends who live near you before sending the invitation.
- Consider meeting your Facebook "friends" before inviting them to a social event.
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Create a guest list that is manageable based on the evening you are organizing, if it's a house party, don't invite a thousand people!
However, if you are advertising a public event, such as a concert… Invite everyone
- If you invite your co-workers to an evening with your friends, they won't necessarily bond with each other. Avoid situations where someone might feel offended, think carefully before sending out invitations.
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You can try to invite different people, with different walks of life if you think they can socialize.
But you have to consider the risk of having to waste a lot of time "breaking the ice" in this type of evening
- Be careful who you don't want to invite. Use Facebook's privacy settings for your event. But if you don't want to take any chances, keep your night "off-line."
Step 9. Privacy Settings
Choosing the right settings is very important for the success of the event.
- Open to the public: This is the most informal option if you want to welcome anyone! Anyone can access the event.
- Open to friends of friends: In this way the event will be visible and accessible to all friends of your friends. You could make new acquaintances at the evening!
- Guests Only: This is the most private option, and guarantees you won't have any nasty surprises. But remember, it's hard to keep things private online!
Step 10. Click "create" and you will have created your event
Now you can see who accepted the invitation and what your guests are saying about the evening.
Advice
- Remember, not everyone has a Facebook account, Invite your acquaintances who don't use Facebook (if you want them to your party!) So that they don't take offense at the missed invitation.
- If some of your invitees don't log into Facebook very often, tell them to check it so they can accept your invite.
