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Inspiration and advice for real-life communities. Plus, updates and offers from the Meetup team.
Organizing Basics
The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Group on Meetup
Our best advice for every new organizer.
What to Do at Your First Event
One tried-and-true recipe for a successful kick-off event.
Ideas for Creating a Meetup Group
Thinking about starting a Meetup group? Here are 3 tips to get you started.
Finding the Right Venue for You
Tips about what makes a good venue and how you can find it.
Recording: Setting the Stage for Successful Events
In this Meetup Live recording, Dr. Kevin Brown shares his expert advice on how to host great events. Plus, learn tips for building a valuable community that lasts!
Recording: Meetup 101, Building A Thriving Community
Watch Meetup’s Community Specialists go over the most common questions about using the Meetup platform as an organizer.
How to Host Safe Outdoor Events on Meetup
The communication, planning, and safety precautions you need to host a safe outdoor event.
How to Create a Communication Plan for Your Meetup Group
To maximize community engagement, pair events with a personalized communication plan that makes members feel at home.
Recording: Starting a Successful Meetup Group
Are you a first time Meetup organizer or thinking about becoming one? We’ve got you covered!
How to Keep Your Meetup Group Out of the Cold
As temperatures drop, plan ahead with socially distant event ideas your Meetup group can do from at home.
3 Simple Health-Focused Online Event Ideas
An inspiration guide to help you organize your next health-focused (and socially distant!) Meetup event.
Why You Should Start a Community During a Crisis
A complete guide for starting a community safely during a time of crisis (and why it’s so important!).