We're pleased to let you know about a few developments we’ve been working on recently, we think you’ll find them very useful: ✅ Add Event UpdatesWe’ve updated our Add Event workflow to give you more options and make your event pages even better. Use our new Add Event (Advanced) form for adding more detailed event... Continue Reading →
5 Ways to Speed Up Entry at Your Events
It’s the morning of your event and all has gone swimmingly – all your hard work marketing it has paid off and advance ticket sales are better than expected. You’ve got a small amount left aside to sell on the door and, at a push, a few guestlist places you can give to those friends... Continue Reading →
Running a circus: A Q&A with Tumble Circus co-founder Ken Fanning
At the time of writing, Tumble Circus are our Promoter Of The Week - a title we've proudly bestowed on some of the best independent event organisers around. We've featured music promoters, venues, comedy clubs, pop-up cinemas, a jazz festival, a book festival, and the UK's best Stone Roses tribute band... but never a circus... Continue Reading →
5 Tips for Organising Your First Local Comedy Night
Setting up a grassroots comedy night can be an exciting way to support local talent, build a community, and bring some much-needed laughter to your area. Whether you're already an event organiser or just looking to try something new, here are five tips to help make your comedy night a hit: 1. Choose the Right... Continue Reading →
How to Run Great E-Marketing Campaigns
How many times do you check your inbox every day? If you're like most people, it’s probably too many to count. While social media might dominate how we spend our online time, email remains one of the most personal and direct forms of communication. For event organisers, this makes email marketing a critical tool for... Continue Reading →
How to Add the Perfect Image to Your WeGotTickets Event Page
One of the best ways to make your event stand out is with a vibrant image. A well sized picture of your headline artist always looks good - and the artist or their agent should be able to provide you with a selection to choose from. If you're feeling more creative but don't have the... Continue Reading →
Announcing the WeGotTickets Comedy Spotlight
Highlighting almost 200 live comedy shows taking place between 13th and 28th April We're delighted to launch the WeGotTickets Comedy Spotlight. We're encouraging event goers to get out to their local comedy clubs and support the UK's amazing live comedy circuit from 13th to 28th April - and in turn hope this exposure will have the knock-on effect... Continue Reading →
Creating a Buzz: A Guide to Writing and Distributing Press Releases
Crafting a compelling press release is an integral way for event organisers to generate a buzz around their events. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you write and distribute a press release effectively: Start with a Strong Headline: Capture attention with a concise and catchy headline that highlights the key selling point of your event.... Continue Reading →
Collecting for Music Venue Trust
The Music Venue Trust is an integral part of the live scene in the UK. The charity acts to protect, secure and improve UK Grassroots Music Venues for the benefit of venues, communities and upcoming artists. These venues have played a crucial role in the development of British music over the last 40 years, nurturing... Continue Reading →
DIY Event Promotion & Marketing 101
Are you an aspiring event organiser navigating the world of DIY promotion? We're here to help. In this DIY guide to event marketing, we'll walk you through the essential steps of promoting your event on a small budget. Whether you're planning a live music or stand-up comedy gig, a community gathering, workshop, or theatre show,... Continue Reading →
