Build Events, Together
Open-source tools for events that bring people together.
Built by and for community.
Upcoming Events
Nothing scheduled yet, but we usually meet on Fridays at 3pm UTC.
You can also see a list of our past events.
Overview of GatherPress
Community is vital to any open source ecosystem. It jumpstarts projects and careers, keeps us encouraged, and helps us move forward together. GatherPress started with the idea that the platform we use to gather should be open too.
GatherPress is a free, open source event management plugin designed by the WordPress community for WordPress and its community. Over several years it has grown into a project built by contributors around the world, used by user groups, book clubs, performing groups, and more.
Today, the WordPress Foundation is building its events platform on GatherPress, and that work is moving quickly. Learn how to get involved here..
News & Updates
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GatherPress in the WPBuilds show
GatherPress was featured in the latest episode of WPBuilds’ “This Week in WordPress.” Host Nathan Wrigley and co-hosts/guests Wendie, Kathy and Rob discussed our proposal and the benefits of using GatherPress over Meetup.com. They note that GatherPress offers enhanced customization options and better privacy controls, tailored specifically for the WordPress community. Nathan and Wendie emphasized the potential cost savings and the importance of having a WordPress-powered alternative for event management, reflecting on the high annual expenses currently spent on Meetup.com by the WordPress community. You can read the transcript below. Watch From 32’57” to 39’58” Transcript 32:56okay here we are…
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Patricia BT’s Personal Take
Read Patricia’s personal insights on the GatherPress proposal in her latest blog post. Patricia shares her story of joining the team and highlights the challenges she faced with Meetup.com and the advantages of using GatherPress. Her perspective as an event organizer emphasizes the importance of an open source, customizable platform that truly serves the WordPress community. To read Patricia’s full take and understand why she believes GatherPress is a game-changer, visit her blog post: The Rise of GatherPress.
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Follow Us on X/Twitter
We are now actively using our X/Twitter account! This account was originally created years ago when the first idea for GatherPress was discussed between Mike and Cameron. Today, it’s becoming a hub for updates, discussions, and engagement with our vibrant community. One of our first posts announces the launch of our new proposal, the Pilot Program to Test GatherPress on the WordPress.org Network as a Meetup Alternative. We invite you to follow us on X/Twitter for the latest news, updates, and to join the conversation.
