Where to Add Events
You can add events in two places:- During tour creation: The new tour page includes an events section where you build your initial routing.
- On the tour management page: After creating a tour, click on it from Assets > Tours, then go to the management page to add more dates.
Adding a New Event
Step 1: Click “Add Event”
On either the tour creation page or the management page, click the ”+ Add Event” button. A new blank event form appears. If you already have events listed, the new one is added below the existing ones.Event Details
Venue Name (Required)
Start typing the name of the venue and Fanaura’s Google Places integration kicks in:- Type a few characters of the venue name (e.g., “Ryman”).
- A dropdown of matching venues appears with full names and addresses.
- Click the correct venue from the results.
- Street address
- City
- State/Province
- Country
- Timezone (based on the venue’s location)
- Latitude and longitude (used for fan location heatmaps and analytics)
Tip: If the venue does not appear in Google Places (rare, but possible for very new or small venues), you can type the venue name and address manually.
City (Auto-populated)
Filled automatically when you select a venue from Google Places. You can edit it manually if needed.State/Province (Auto-populated)
Filled automatically. Editable if needed.Country (Auto-populated)
Filled automatically. Defaults to “United States” for new events before a venue is selected.Date and Time
Event Date (Required)
Select the date of the show using the date picker. Click the date field to open a calendar view where you can navigate to the correct month and day.Show Time (Required)
Enter the time the show starts. This appears on your tour page so fans know when the performance begins. Use the time picker to select hours and minutes. Times are displayed in 12-hour format (AM/PM).Doors Time (Optional)
Enter the time doors open at the venue. Fans appreciate knowing when to arrive, especially for general admission shows where early arrival means a better spot.End Time (Optional)
Enter the estimated end time of the show. This is helpful for fans planning transportation, especially in cities with limited late-night transit.Timezone
Auto-populated based on the venue’s location when you use Google Places. You can change it manually if needed.Tip: When touring across time zones, double-check that each event’s timezone is correct. A show in Nashville should be Central Time, while a show in New York should be Eastern Time.
Ticket Information
Ticket Link
Enter the URL where fans can buy tickets for this specific event. This could be:- A Ticketmaster event page
- An AXS listing
- A venue box office link
- A DICE event page
- Any other ticketing platform URL
Ticket Price (Optional)
Enter the ticket price or price range for this event. This is displayed alongside the event details on your tour page. Examples:- “$35”
- “75”
- “Free”
- “120 VIP”
Ticket Availability
Set the current availability status for this event:- Available: Tickets are on sale and available. The “Buy Tickets” button is active.
- Sold Out: The event is sold out. The button shows “Sold Out” and is dimmed.
- Coming Soon: Tickets are not yet on sale. The button shows “Coming Soon.”
Pre-Sale Configuration (Per-Event)
In addition to tour-level pre-sale settings, you can configure pre-sale details for individual events:Enable Pre-Sale
Toggle this on to activate pre-sale for this specific event. This overrides the tour-level pre-sale setting for this date.Pre-Sale Date
Set when pre-sale tickets become available for this event. This can differ from the tour-level pre-sale date — useful when your tour has rolling pre-sales across different markets.Pre-Sale Link
Enter a specific pre-sale ticket link for this event. If you leave this blank, the tour-level pre-sale link is used.Pre-Sale Code
Enter a specific pre-sale code for this event. You might use different codes for different dates to track which markets are driving the most pre-sale activity.Cover Image and Poster (Optional)
Upload a specific image for this event:- Cover image: A photo of the venue, a show-specific poster, or promotional graphic.
- Event poster: If you have a unique poster for this date (common for special shows or festival appearances).
Auto-Populated Location Data
When you select a venue from Google Places, Fanaura captures several pieces of location data that power advanced features:Latitude and Longitude
These coordinates are stored automatically and used for:- Fan location heatmaps: Visualize where your fans are relative to your tour stops.
- Geographic analytics: Understand which markets are driving the most engagement.
- Proximity notifications: Future feature for notifying fans when a show is near them.
Full Address
The complete street address is stored and can be displayed on your tour page, making it easy for fans to get directions.Managing Multiple Events
Duplicating Events
When adding multiple dates with similar configurations (same ticket price, same pre-sale settings), use the duplicate feature:- Find the event you want to copy.
- Click the duplicate icon (usually next to the delete icon).
- A new event appears with the same settings, but with the date and ticket link cleared.
- Just fill in the new date, venue, and ticket link.
Deleting Events
Click the trash icon on any event to remove it. You must have at least one event on a tour.Tip: Deleting an event removes it from your tour page immediately. If fans have already RSVP’d to this event, their RSVPs are cancelled.
Sorting Events
Click the “Sort by Date” button to automatically reorder all events in chronological order. This is useful after adding events out of order or after making date changes.Event Counter
The tour builder shows a summary of your events:- Total events added
- Events with complete information (venue, city, date, and show time filled in)
- Events with ticket links (useful for tracking how many dates have ticketing set up)
What Fans See
Each event on your tour smart link page displays:- Date — Formatted clearly (e.g., “Fri, Mar 27, 2026”)
- Venue name — The name of the venue
- City and State — Location at a glance
- Show time — When the show starts
- Doors time — When doors open (if provided)
- Ticket button — “Buy Tickets,” “Sold Out,” “Coming Soon,” or pre-sale button depending on status and dates
- RSVP option — Fans can RSVP to save the date
Best Practices
Complete Your Events
Fill in as much information as possible for each event. Fans are more likely to buy tickets when they can see:- The exact venue (not just the city)
- Door times (so they can plan their evening)
- Ticket prices (so they know what to expect)
- Direct ticket links (so they can buy in one click)
Add Events as They Are Confirmed
You do not need to add all events at once. Add confirmed dates now and continue adding more as they are confirmed. Your tour page updates in real time.Keep Ticket Links Updated
If a ticketing platform changes the URL (this happens occasionally with Ticketmaster or AXS), make sure to update the ticket link in Fanaura. A broken ticket link is a lost sale.Update Availability Promptly
When a show sells out, change the availability to “Sold Out” right away. This creates social proof and urgency for remaining dates.Common Questions
Can I add events without a tour?
Currently, events are always associated with a tour. If you have a single show, create a tour with one event.Can I reorder events manually?
Events on the fan-facing page are displayed in chronological order by date. You cannot manually reorder them — they always show earliest date first.What if the venue is not in Google Places?
You can type the venue name, address, and location details manually. The Google Places integration is a convenience, not a requirement.Can I change the venue after creation?
Yes. Edit the venue name and address on the tour management page. The event updates on your tour page immediately.Next Steps
- RSVPs and Ticket Comps — Track fan RSVPs and manage comp tickets
- Support Artists — Add opening acts to your tour
- Embed Widget — Embed tour dates on your website
- Creating a Tour — Back to the full tour creation guide