Events Pages on Squarespace
TL;DR:
- Events pages are perfect for showcasing concerts, meetings, or workshops but don't include booking features
- You can display up to 250 upcoming events and 30 past events per month
- Recurring events need to be added manually – there's no automatic repeat option
- Choose between list view for detailed information or calendar view for visual planning
- Integrate with Acuity Scheduling or similar tools if you need booking functionality
Events pages work well when you need to promote upcoming activities without handling complex registrations. They're straightforward to set up and give you decent flexibility for display options.
Setting Up Your Events Page
Adding an events page depends on your Squarespace version. In both 7.1 and 7.0, go to the Pages panel and add a new page from the Events collection. You can customise your page title and structure from there.
Since direct booking isn't supported, you'll need to integrate with tools like Acuity Scheduling if people need to register for your events.
Creating and Managing Events
Adding events is simple enough:
- Click "+ Add Event" in your dashboard
- Fill in your event details – title, dates, location
- Add extra content like descriptions, text blocks, and images
- Choose to save as draft, publish immediately, or schedule for later
Each event has its own settings menu where you can add a featured image, set visibility, and organise events into categories. The Source URL field lets you link to external pages with more detailed information.
Tip: Use the SEO settings for each event to help people find them through search engines.
Display and Layout Options
Squarespace gives you two main display options:
List layout shows events in sequence, which works well when you want to include detailed information for each event.
Calendar layout displays events on a monthly calendar grid, making it easy for visitors to see what's coming up at a glance.
You can adjust colours, fonts, and whether past events appear in the Site Styles panel.
Working Around the Limitations
The 350 events per month limit (250 upcoming, 30 past) covers most situations, but the lack of recurring events can be frustrating. You'll need to manually duplicate weekly classes or monthly meetings.
For booking functionality, consider these options:
- Link to external booking systems in your event descriptions
- Use Acuity Scheduling if you're already on a Business plan
- Add simple contact forms for event enquiries
FAQs
Can I set up recurring events automatically?
No, you need to manually duplicate recurring events. Squarespace doesn't support automatic repetition.
How many events can I display?
Up to 250 upcoming and 30 past events per month.
Can visitors book events directly from the events page?
No, but you can integrate third-party booking tools like Acuity Scheduling or link to external booking systems.
Do events pages work for selling tickets?
Not directly. You'd need to use products pages for ticket sales or link to external ticketing platforms.
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Featured Image: The main image that appears in event listings and calendar views
Excerpt: A short description that appears in event summaries
SEO: Search Engine Optimisation – settings that help your events appear in search results
URL Slug: The customisable part of the web address for each event
Wrap-up
Events pages handle the basics well – they're easy to set up and give you enough customisation options to match your site's style. The main limitations are the lack of booking features and automatic recurring events, but these can be worked around with third-party integrations.
The display options are flexible enough for most situations, whether you prefer a detailed list or visual calendar layout. Set up your first few events and see how they work for your audience.
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