The Calen Journal

Field notes on events.

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Essays, guides, and experiments on running events that people actually show up to.

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·Calen Team·add to calendar button

How to Add an Add-to-Calendar Button to Your Website [2026 Guide]

Learn 4 ways to add an add-to-calendar button to your website. Covers HTML/JS, ICS files, third-party widgets, and free tools with code examples and comparison.

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how to share events on social media
Calen Team

How to Share Events on Social Media [2026] - Platform-by-Platform Guide

Platform-by-platform guide to sharing events on social media. Covers Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok with post templates, timing, and calendar-add tricks.

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event management tools free
Calen Team

Best Free Event Management Platforms [2026] - Honest Comparison

Honest comparison of 7 free event management platforms: Eventbrite, Luma, Calen, AddEvent, CalGet, Google Calendar, and Meetup. Use-case recommendations included.

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ics file generator
Calen Team

ICS Files & Calendar Integration: The Complete Developer Guide [2026]

Complete guide to ICS files and calendar integration. Covers file structure, generation (Python/JS), subscribe URLs, Google/Outlook/Apple integration, and common pitfalls.

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addevent vs calget
Calen Team

AddEvent vs CalGet vs Calen: Which Add-to-Calendar Tool Is Actually Free? [2026]

Honest three-way comparison of AddEvent, CalGet, and Calen. Covers pricing, free plan limits, features, and which tool fits your needs.

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eventbrite fees too high
Calen Team

Eventbrite Fees Explained: How Much Do You Actually Pay? [2026 Breakdown]

Complete breakdown of Eventbrite fees at every price point. Covers hidden costs, when Eventbrite is worth it, and free alternatives for small events.

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luma alternative simple
Calen Team

You Don't Need Luma: A Simpler Way to Share Events [2026]

Luma is powerful but often overkill. For free workshops, meetups, and webinars, there is a simpler way to share events and build an audience.

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reduce event no-shows
Calen Team

7 Proven Ways to Reduce Event No-Shows [2026 Guide]

Event no-shows are a systems problem. Learn 7 proven strategies to get more registrants to actually show up, from calendar integration to strategic follow-ups.

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add to calendar link
Calen Team

How to Create an Add-to-Calendar Link [2026] - Google, Outlook, Apple & More

Learn how to create add-to-calendar links for Google, Outlook, Apple, and Yahoo. Covers manual URL construction, ICS files, and tools that handle it automatically.

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free event page builder
Calen Team

7 Best Free Event Page Builders [2026] - Compared & Ranked

Compare the 7 best free event page builders including Calen, Luma, Eventbrite, AddEvent, and CalGet. Honest pros, cons, and recommendations for each use case.

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webinar calendar invite
Calen Team

Webinar Calendar Invites: How to Get 2x More Attendees [2026]

Optimize your webinar calendar invites to double attendance. Covers calendar add buttons, reminder sequences, event pages, and tracking best practices.

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Calen
Calen Team

Complete Guide to Calen [2026] - Create Event Pages That Fill Seats

Learn how to create event pages with one-click calendar registration. From setup to publishing in 3 minutes — free, unlimited, no account required for attendees.

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Google Calendar
Calen Team

How to Share Google Calendar Events [2026] - Complete Guide

Learn 5 ways to share Google Calendar events. From link sharing to email invites and calendar publishing, find the best method for your needs.

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event attendance rate
Calen Team

15 Ways to Increase Event Attendance Rate [2026] - Reduce No-Shows

Discover 15 proven strategies to boost event attendance and reduce no-shows. From reminder tactics to lowering barriers, implement these tips today.

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free event promotion
Calen Team

20 Free Event Promotion Methods [2026] - Marketing Without Budget

Promote your events without spending money. 20 proven free marketing strategies including social media, community outreach, and SEO tactics.

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