Conferences vs. Recurring Events vs. Channels
When to use a Conference
Conferences are not repeated and the "conference" is THE event with optional sessions to be attended within the event. Use a Conference if you need to:
- Host a one-time event that requires sessions (ex: Orientation)
- Host an overnight event (ex: Dance-a-thon)
- Handle ticketing and registration as a whole (ex: 1 ticket for 3 dates)
Check out our sample Conference on the Emphasis Default Platform here: Sample Conference
When to use a Recurring Event
Recurring events are repeated variations of the same event, often with a pattern. Use a Recurring Event if you need to:
- Host an ongoing event with the same agenda and location (ex: weekly meeting)
- Host a longer run of dates with the same agenda and location (ex: exhibition)
- Handle ticket on a per-instance basis (ex: 1 ticket for 1 date)
When to use a Channel
Channels are not events and are instead a collection of events pulled together through your Classifications. Use a Channel if you need to:
- Pull separate events together based on a theme (ex: Black History Month) or initiative (ex: sustainability)
- Introduce unique brand elements and additional content/resources (ex: homecoming)
- Handle ticketing and registration on a per-event basis (ex: 1 ticket for 1 event)