# How to Create an Event in Luma

## Step-by-Step Guide: Creating a Luma Event

### 0. Check Calendar

* Before starting, verify you're creating the event in the correct Zo World calendar
* Ensure there are no schedule conflicts with other Zo World events
* Confirm the event date aligns with the broader Zo World marketing calendar

> BLRxZo Calendar - <https://lu.ma/blrxzo>
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> SFOxZo Calendar - <https://lu.ma/SFOxZo>

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### 1. Initial Setup

* Log into your Luma account at [luma.xyz](https://www.luma.xyz/)
* Click on "Create Event" button in the top right corner
* Select "Event" from the dropdown menu

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### 2. Basic Event Information

* Enter a catchy, descriptive event title
* Set the date and time (including time zone)
* Select event type: In-person, Virtual, or Hybrid
* For in-person events, enter the venue address

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### 3. Event Description

* Follow the [template](https://zohouse.gitbook.io/zo-house-wiki/how-tos/how-to-plan-an-event/broken-reference) format:
  * Start with a bold tagline
  * Add 2-3 sentences about the event vibe
  * Include "WHAT IT'S NOT" and "WHAT IT IS" sections
  * Keep description energetic and concise

### 4. Add Event Agenda

* Create a clear timeline using the 🔹 emoji for each agenda item
* Format times in bold (e.g., **6:00-7:00 PM**)
* Include specific activities for each time slot

### 5. Set Up Registration Options

* For paid events, set appropriate price points

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* Consider early bird or VIP ticket options
* Click on New Ticket Type to create a new ticket for your event.&#x20;

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### 6. Add Custom Questions

* Include standard Zo World questions:
  * "How did you hear about this event?"
  * "Are you interested in becoming a Zo World partner?"
  * Any event-specific questions (dietary preferences, etc.)

### 7. Configure Event Privacy

* Choose between public, unlisted, or private event
* If using application-based registration, set up screening questions
* Configure waitlist settings if applicable

### 8. Upload Media

* Add Zo branded cover image (1200 x 630px recommended)
* Include additional event images if available
* Consider adding a short promotional video if available

### 9. Partner/Sponsor Section

* Add section header "Partners"
* For each partner:
  * Include partner name in bold
  * Add 2-3 sentence description
  * Include website/social links

### 10. Publish and Promote

```
- Click "Publish" button
- Set up event links to track registration sources
- Share event link through Zo World's social channels
```

### 11. Post-Event Follow-up

```
- Send automatic thank you emails through Luma
- Share post-event photos and highlights
- Collect feedback through Luma's built-in survey tools
```

Remember to keep all events consistent with Zo World branding and voice while making each event description unique and exciting.
