Event Schedule
vs Eventbrite
A simpler, more affordable alternative to Eventbrite with zero platform fees.
Bring your Eventbrite events with you
Connect your Eventbrite account and import all your events in one click. No manual data entry or copy-pasting needed.
- Event details and descriptions
- Ticket types and pricing
- Venue information
- Event images
Connect your account
Link your Eventbrite account with one click.
Select your events
Browse your Eventbrite events and choose which to import.
Import instantly
All details, tickets, venues, and images transfer automatically.
| Feature | Event Schedule | Eventbrite |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & Fees | ||
| Free plan | (forever) | Free to publish events |
| Paid plan price | $5/mo (7-day free trial) | Free (fees on tickets) |
| Platform fees | 0% | 3.7% + $1.79/ticket |
| Payment processing | Stripe (2.9% + $0.30) | Built-in (included above) |
| Events & Ticketing | ||
| Ticketing | (Pro) | |
| QR check-ins | (Pro) | |
| Ticket waitlist | (Pro) | |
| Check-in dashboard | (Pro) | |
| Sale notifications | (Pro) | |
| Sales data export | (Pro) | |
| Recurring events | (Free) | |
| Online events | (Free) | |
| Free event RSVP | (Free) | |
| Event polls | (Pro) | |
| Promo/discount codes | (Pro) | |
| Post-event feedback | (Pro) | |
| Individual tickets | (Pro) | |
| Integrations | ||
| Eventbrite auto-import | (Pro) | N/A |
| Google Calendar sync | (Free) | native 2-way sync |
| CalDAV sync | (Free) | |
| Newsletters | (Free) | |
| Customization | ||
| Custom domains | (Enterprise) | |
| Remove branding | (Pro) | |
| Custom fields | (Pro) | |
| Custom CSS | (Pro) | |
| Built-in analytics | (Free) | |
| Unique Features | ||
| AI suite (event parsing, flyer gen, style gen) | (Enterprise) | |
| Event graphics gen | (Pro) | |
| Sub-schedules | (Free) | |
| Fan videos & comments | (Free) | |
| Event boost (ads) | (Pro) | (paid) |
| Private/password-protected events | (Enterprise) | |
| Availability management | (Enterprise) | |
| WhatsApp event creation | (Enterprise) | |
| Team collaboration | (Enterprise) | |
| Carpool matching | (Pro) | |
| Sponsor/partner logos | (Pro) | |
| Email scheduling | (Enterprise) | |
| Platform | ||
| REST API | (Pro) | |
| Webhooks | (Pro) | |
| Open source | ||
| Selfhosting | ||
Where Event Schedule Shines
Key advantages over Eventbrite that make Event Schedule a strong alternative.
0% Platform Fees
Eventbrite charges 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket. With Event Schedule, you keep 100% of your revenue minus standard Stripe processing.
Custom Domain
Use your own domain for your event pages. Eventbrite does not offer custom domain support at any price.
AI Event Parsing
Paste event details in any format and our AI extracts all the details automatically. Unique to Event Schedule.
Open Source
Fully open source with no vendor lock-in. Selfhost on your own server instead of depending on Eventbrite's platform and fee structure.
Calendar Sync
Two-way Google Calendar and CalDAV sync included free. Eventbrite lacks native two-way calendar sync.
Eventbrite Auto-Import
Connect your Eventbrite account and import all your events in one click. Event details, tickets, venues, and images are transferred automatically.
About Eventbrite
Eventbrite is one of the largest event ticketing platforms, widely used for conferences, festivals, and community events. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools for event promotion and ticket sales.
Eventbrite's strengths
- Large marketplace with built-in event discovery and audience
- Comprehensive event promotion and marketing tools
- Established brand with wide consumer recognition
Why choose Event Schedule?
Event Schedule offers a unique combination of features that no other platform matches: zero platform fees, open source transparency, and powerful AI tools.
- Zero platform fees on all ticket sales, at any plan level
- Fully open source with selfhosting option for complete control
- AI-powered event parsing, flyer generation, and automatic graphics
- Two-way Google Calendar and CalDAV sync included free
How to switch in 3 steps
Get started in minutes. No migration or data import needed.
Create your schedule
Sign up free and create your first schedule in under a minute.
Add your events
Import your events directly from Eventbrite, use AI import, or create events manually.
Share and sell
Share your schedule URL and start selling tickets.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about switching from Eventbrite.
Yes. With the Pro plan, you can connect your Eventbrite account and import your events in bulk. Event details, ticket types, venues, and images are all transferred automatically.
Yes. There is no need to migrate your Eventbrite history. Create a free schedule, add your upcoming events (or use AI import to paste and parse them), and share your new schedule URL with your audience.
Eventbrite charges 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket on paid events. Event Schedule charges zero platform fees at every plan level. The Pro plan is a flat $5/mo regardless of how many tickets you sell.
Event Schedule focuses on giving organizers their own branded schedule pages rather than a shared marketplace. You get a dedicated URL, custom domain support, and embeddable calendar widgets to drive discovery from your own channels.
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