Create Your First Event — Event Details
Applies to: PixCrowd Hub → Events → Create Event Wizard step: 1 of 3 — Event Details Next steps: Theme → Preview
Overview
Creating an event in PixCrowd begins with a few basic details. Only the event name is required on this screen; you can leave the other fields blank and complete them later.
The event creation wizard shows three steps at the top:
- Event Details — Enter information about the event.
- Theme — Choose its visual appearance.
- Preview — Review the event before proceeding.
Start an event
- Open Events in PixCrowd Hub.
- Select the option to create a new event.
- On the Event Details screen, enter an Event name, or use Fill in to help populate the form.
- Optionally complete the remaining fields.
- Select Next → to continue to Theme.
Tip: You do not need to know the event's date, time, or location to begin setting it up.
Option 1: Describe your event
At the top of the form, the Describe your event and I’ll fill this in box lets you type a natural-language description, such as:
A birthday celebration for Alex on June 14 in Houston.
Select Fill in to have PixCrowd attempt to identify details from your description and populate matching form fields.
Review the populated fields before continuing. If PixCrowd cannot identify a detail, it may leave that field blank and show a message such as “Could not find a time or a location.” You can enter any missing information manually.
Important: The Fill in feature assists with entering details; it does not replace your review of the form.
Option 2: Enter details manually
| Field | Required? | What to enter |
|---|---|---|
| Event name | Yes | A recognizable name for the event, such as “Alex’s Birthday Celebration.” Maximum 60 characters. |
| Event subtitle | No | A short line that can appear on your event screens, such as “A day to remember.” Maximum 80 characters. |
| Event type | No | Choose the category that best describes the event, such as Wedding & Romance. |
| Event date | No | Select the event's date using the date picker. |
| Event time | No | Select the event's time using the time picker. |
| Event location | No | Enter the event's location, such as a city or venue. |
| Short description | No | Add a welcome or explanatory message for guests when they arrive. Maximum 200 characters. |
Character counters appear beneath fields with length limits.
Event name
Choose a name that you and your guests can easily recognize. This is the only required field on the Event Details screen.
Event subtitle
Use the subtitle for a brief phrase that complements the event name. The form notes that this line is placed on your screens.
Event type
Use the dropdown to select an appropriate category. The screenshot shows Wedding & Romance as an example.
Event date and time
You may set these now or leave them blank while planning. If you entered a description using Fill in, confirm that the date and time were interpreted correctly.
Event location
Add a location that helps identify where the event takes place. This field is optional at this stage.
Short description
Write a concise message that guests will see when they arrive. For example:
Welcome! Share your favorite moments and enjoy the celebration.
Continue or cancel
- Select Next → to advance to the Theme step.
- Select Cancel to leave the event creation flow.
The screenshot does not establish whether Cancel saves any entered information, so do not assume your entries will be retained.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an event date to create an event?
No. The Event Details screen indicates that only the name is required. You can leave the date blank at this stage.
Do I have to use the Fill in feature?
No. You can enter all event details directly into the form.
What if Fill in misses information?
Review the fields and enter missing or incorrect details manually. The feature may not identify every date, time, or location from a description.
Can I add a message for guests?
Yes. Use Short description for a message shown to guests when they arrive.
Does selecting Next schedule or publish my event?
This screen only shows that Next advances to Theme. Scheduling and activation behavior should be documented with the later wizard screens rather than assumed here.
Related help topics
- Events Overview
- Choose an Event Theme (article to be created)
- Review Your Event Preview (article to be created)
- Event Statuses and Scheduling (article to be created)
Documentation note: This article describes Step 1 as shown in the supplied PixCrowd Hub interface. Details of later wizard steps will be documented separately.