WP Event Manager is a WordPress event management plugin that lets you create, manage, and display event listings on your site. It supports in-person, virtual, and hybrid events with a frontend submission form that allows organizers to post events directly. Events can be displayed in list or calendar views with filtering by category, type, date range, and location. The plugin integrates with WooCommerce for ticket sales, Google Maps for event location display, and Zoom for virtual meetings. WP Event Manager is a practical alternative to calendar plugins like The Events Calendar Pro for users who need a dedicated frontend submission system.
Competitive Features
- Event listings — create unlimited events with date, time, location, and description fields
- Frontend submission form — allow organizers to submit events from the front-end with customizable fields
- Calendar view — display events in an interactive calendar with navigation controls
- WooCommerce ticket sales (Pro) — sell event tickets securely through WooCommerce with QR codes
- Event registration (Pro) — collect attendee registrations with customizable forms and automated emails
- Recurring events (Pro) — create daily, weekly, monthly, and custom recurring event schedules
- Google Maps integration — display event locations on an embedded Google Map with directions
- Event search and filtering — let visitors filter events by category, type, date, location, and keywords
Key Features
- Event categories and types — organize events with custom taxonomies and tags
- Event organizer management — manage organizer profiles with contact details
- Multiple display views — box view, list view, and calendar view with toggle options
- Ticketing options — free tickets, paid tickets, and donation-based tickets
- Attendee management — view and export attendee lists for each event
- Email notifications — automated emails for event submission, approval, and ticket purchase
- Page builder support — compatible with Gutenberg, Elementor, and Divi
- Multilingual support — 40+ built-in language translations with RTL support
Comparison with Competitors
WP Event Manager Pro vs The Events Calendar Pro
| Feature | WP Event Manager Pro | The Events Calendar Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Frontend event submission | Built-in | Via add-on |
| Ticket sales | WooCommerce | Event Tickets Plus |
| Calendar views | Calendar + List | Month, Day, List, Week, Photo |
| Recurring events | Pro | Pro |
| Event registration | Pro | Via add-on |
| Virtual events | Zoom integration | Via plugins |
| Organizer app | Yes (mobile) | No |
WP Event Manager Pro vs EventON
| Feature | WP Event Manager Pro | EventON |
|---|---|---|
| Event listing | Yes | Yes |
| Calendar view | Yes | Yes |
| Frontend submission | Yes | No |
| WooCommerce tickets | Pro | Via add-on |
| Recurring events | Pro | Yes |
| Multilingual | 40+ languages | 10+ languages |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
Recommended Stack — pair WP Event Manager Pro with WooCommerce for ticket sales and subscription-based event access.
Official Changelog
Version 3.4.1
Release Date: July 22, 2026
- Fixed: Admin event Categories and Types list not displaying.
- Fixed: Event Categories and Types disappearing from the admin sidebar after the latest update.
- Fixed: Default filter incorrectly applied on the frontend event listing page.
- Fixed: Reset action in the frontend event filter not properly clearing the selected keyword and event type.
- Fixed: Past dates could be selected in the date picker.
- Fixed: Date range picker overlapping the search section on the frontend.
- Fixed: Multiple event shortcodes on the same page sharing view toggles due to a common localStorage key and global jQuery selectors.
- Fixed: Date range filter not working in Crystal View on the frontend.
- Fixed: Various bug fixes, code optimizations, and overall stability improvements.
Version 3.4.0
Release Date: June 5, 2026
- Fixed: In multiselect fields template default value is not showing.
- Fixed: Event shortcode and selected_datetime.
- Fixed: Backend incorrect button label after event type update.
- Fixed: PHP fatal error.
- Fixed: Frontside event dashboard shows blank action field meta.
- Fixed: Shortcode filter is not working.
- Fixed: Admin side All addon license section not shows.
- Fixed: Adding nonce field in events page filter.
- Fixed: Admin side event location not saved as online.
- Fixed: Events are not expiring.
- Fixed: Event Registration Email displays incorrect value (shows admin account email).
- Fixed: Backend listing expiry date resets to 1970 after publishing or updating event.
- Fixed: Upcoming Events shortcode.
- Fixed: jQuery bug with file upload.
Version 3.3.5
Release Date: March 10, 2026
- Fixed: WordPress coding standard improvements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell tickets for events?
Yes, the Sell Tickets add-on (Pro) integrates with WooCommerce to sell tickets with QR code generation for check-in.
Can users submit events from the front-end?
Yes, the plugin includes a frontend event submission form with customizable fields and moderation controls.
Does WP Event Manager support recurring events?
Yes, the Recurring Events add-on (Pro) supports daily, weekly, monthly, and custom recurrence patterns.
Can I display events on a calendar?
Yes, the Event Calendar add-on displays events in an interactive calendar with month, week, and day navigation.
Is WP Event Manager compatible with Zoom?
Yes, the Zoom add-on allows you to create virtual events and automatically share Zoom meeting links with attendees.
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