Guidance
Advice for hosting, joining and shaping community gatherings
Gathering in real life can feel daunting, whether you’re thinking about joining something new or starting a gathering yourself. These guidance pieces are here to make that feel simpler, clearer, and more achievable.
You’ll find practical advice on hosting, choosing the right kind of gathering, and creating welcoming spaces that people actually want to return to.
The focus isn’t on doing things perfectly, but on removing friction, building confidence, and understanding what really helps people show up.
Whether you’re organising something informal or just exploring how gatherings work, this is a place to learn, reflect, and take your next step.
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Starting Out
1First-time joiners—start here to feel more confident.
How to Promote an Event and Increase Attendance
Whether you're running a workshop, class, community gathering, retreat, support group or local event, one challenge is almost universal: getting in front of the right people.
How Gather Charges for Ticket Sales
Most platforms make pricing feel complicated. We think it should be easy to understand, easy to trust, and fair for the people bringing others together. We’ve created a simple, clear model with full transparency, that Gather only charges when you sell a ticket.
Create an Event Listing
Adding your gathering to Gather is simple, but ensuring the right people find it takes a little more thought. This guide will help you make the most of your listing so it reaches the right people and importantly, help them feel comfortable attending.
How to Start a Gathering
Starting a community event doesn’t have to mean organising something big or complicated. Some of the most meaningful gatherings begin with a simple idea designed to bring people together.
How to Choose the Right Football Club
Whether you’re searching for yourself or someone in your household, finding the right football club can be both exciting and a little overwhelming.
Choosing an Interest Category
When adding a gathering to Gather, we ask you to select an interest category. This helps people quickly discover activities that match what they enjoy, want to learn, or care about.