Guide to Events
Overview
Events allow you to organize live experiences, meetups, workshops, or online sessions within your community.
Events can be used to:
host webinars or online talks
organize in-person meetups
run paid workshops
gather members around shared interests
build recurring community engagement
You can create events either at the space level or inside specific sub-spaces depending on who the event is for.
Where Events Appear
Events can exist in two places in your community.
Space Events
Events created in the General → Events section belong to the entire space.
These events are visible to all members who have access to the space.
Typical examples:
community-wide meetups
global webinars
product announcements
open networking events
Sub-space Events
Events can also be created inside a sub-space’s Events section.
These events are specific to that sub-space and only visible to members who have access to it.
Examples:
city-based meetups
private mastermind sessions
program-specific workshops
cohort sessions
This allows you to run multiple event streams inside one community.
Event Types
When creating an event, you can choose different ticketing models depending on how members should participate.
Free Events
Free events allow members to join without payment.
These are commonly used for:
community gatherings
networking sessions
onboarding calls
open webinars
Free events are the easiest way to encourage participation.
Paid Events
Paid events require participants to purchase a ticket.
These are typically used for:
workshops
masterclasses
premium training sessions
exclusive events
You can set a fixed ticket price during event creation.
Donation-Based Events
Donation events allow attendees to contribute voluntarily.
Instead of a fixed ticket price, members can choose how much they want to pay.
This model works well for:
community-supported events
charity sessions
creator-led meetups
community contributions
Event Locations
When creating an event, you can choose how participants will attend.
EKOS supports four different event location types, allowing you to host events both online and offline.
Each location type determines what information you need to provide during event creation.
In-Person Events
In-person events take place at a physical location where attendees join on site.
When selecting In-person, you will need to provide:
Location name
Location address
The system will use this information to display the venue details and map on the event page.
Typical examples:
meetups
conferences
workshops
networking events
Best practice:
Use a clear venue name such as the building, coworking space, or office name.
Example:
Location name
Impact Hub Istanbul
Address
Istiklal Street 123, Istanbul
Hybrid Events
Hybrid events combine physical attendance and online participation.
This format allows members to either:
attend in person
join remotely
When selecting Hybrid, you can add:
Location name
Location address
an online participation method
Online participation can be provided through:
EKOS Virtual
External URL (Zoom, Google Meet, etc.)
Hybrid events work well for:
conferences
community gatherings
global communities with local hubs
EKOS Virtual Events
EKOS Virtual events are hosted directly inside the EKOS platform.
Participants join the session without leaving the community.
When using EKOS Virtual, you can choose the event type:
Video → participants can see and interact through video
Audio → voice-only conversation format
This format is ideal for:
community conversations
live discussions
Q&A sessions
quick meetups
Benefits of EKOS Virtual:
no external meeting links required
members stay inside the community
easier access for participants
URL (External Meeting Link)
You can also host events using an external meeting platform.
When selecting URL, simply provide a meeting link.
Supported platforms include:
Zoom
Google Meet
Microsoft Teams
YouTube Live
any external streaming platform
Choosing the Right Event Location
Choosing the right location format helps ensure a smooth experience for both hosts and attendees.
