How do event schedules work in vrtual.ly?
/ How do event schedules work in vrtual.ly?

How do event schedules work in vrtual.ly?

Event schedules define the exact dates and times when your event will take place, so attendees know when to join. Schedules support all event types in vrtual.ly, including Live Classes, Live Sessions, and Workshops, and give you full flexibility in how your event is delivered.

Single session events. For simple one time events, you can add one schedule with a single meeting time. This is ideal for standalone workshops or a single live session.

Cohorts (multi session events). If your event spans multiple days or includes several meetings, you can structure it as a cohort. A single schedule can contain multiple sessions, for example a four week class that meets once per week. When people view your event page, all sessions in the cohort are listed clearly so attendees know every date that is included when they book.

Recurring events. vrtual.ly supports recurring schedules for events that repeat on a pattern, such as every Tuesday or the first Saturday of the month. Instead of manually entering each date, you can define a recurrence pattern and let vrtual.ly generate upcoming sessions for you. This is helpful for ongoing group sessions that run on a regular cadence.

Multiple schedule options. You can create more than one schedule for the same event. For example, you might offer a Weekday Evening option and a Saturday Morning option under a single event. This allows attendees to choose the schedule that best fits their availability while keeping all bookings connected to the same event.

Where schedules appear. After you add and save your schedules, they appear directly on your event booking page. Attendees can review the list of available times and select the option that works for them. If the event is set to public view, the event and its schedules can also appear on your vrtual.ly home page.

Publishing your changes. If you change dates, times, or add new sessions, you should publish the event again so your booking page and home page reflect the latest schedule. Publishing ensures that everyone sees the correct information before they book.

Best practices for event schedules:

  • Use clear labels such as "4 Week Cohort", "Weekend Intensive", or "Tuesday Night Series".
  • Double check the event time zone, since that is what attendees will see.
  • Offer more than one schedule when possible to reach people with different availability.
  • Avoid overlapping schedules unless you intentionally want multiple active options.
  • Open schedules early enough so people have time to discover and book your event.

In summary, vrtual.ly event schedules let you support everything from a single day workshop to a multi week cohort with recurring sessions, all managed from one event and one editor.