If you’re hosting an event in Kerry and want to reach a wider audience, submitting your event to DiscoverKerry.com is a great way to gain visibility and attract attendees. This guide will walk you through the submission process, providing tips on selecting the best category, image requirements, geo-location tips, and support resources. 

 

1. Accessing the Submit Your Event Form

The first step is to access the online form where you’ll fill out the details of your event. This form is the key to ensuring your event information is accurate, complete, and appealing to potential attendees. 

  • To get started, visit the Submit Your Event Form on DiscoverKerry.com.
  • You’ll be prompted to fill out details like the event name, description, date, time, and location.

 

2. Image Requirements

To make your event visually appealing on DiscoverKerry.com, follow these guidelines for images:

  • Format: Landscape format is required.
  • Size: Ideally, use images that are at least 1750 x 848 px.
  • Display Cropping: Note that images will be centrally cropped for display across the site. You can preview how similar images are displayed on the site to ensure yours looks its best.
  • Here is a template for what our image cropping looks like. Area A is where the subject of you image and/or your event title should be. If your event image includes text of your event title, your event title should be fully displayed in area A alone.
  • Event Image Crop Guide
  • Here is an example of an image that crops well. Notice that none of the text or heading runs over the purple crop lines. 
  • Event Image Crop Example
  • Here is an example of an image that crops poorly. Notice that the heading runs over the crop lines and therefore will not be fully visible on the listings page.
  • Event Image Example Poor

Having a high-quality, correctly sized image helps attract attention and makes your event stand out on the site.

 

3. Choosing the Right Event Category

Selecting the correct category ensures your event is visible to the right audience. Here’s a breakdown of each category to help you find the best fit:

  • Art, Craft, Design: For exhibitions or events centered around visual arts, craft shows, or design-focused gatherings.
  • Business / Enterprise Event: Ideal for networking events, trade shows, business seminars, and industry-specific conferences.
  • Careers Event / Job Fair: Suitable for job fairs, career expos, or recruitment events.
  • Carnival: For vibrant street carnivals, parades, or festive outdoor events.
  • Christmas Events: All events celebrating the Christmas season, including markets, light shows, and holiday gatherings.
  • Cinema / Film: For film screenings, movie nights, and film festivals.
  • Comedy: Great for stand-up shows, comedy festivals, and improv events.
  • Community Events: Local events designed to bring communities together, such as community group gatherings, community information briefings, or community fairs.
  • Competition / Game: For events involving contests, games, or any form of friendly competition.
  • Concert: Choose this for music concerts, band performances, and live shows.
  • Culture & Heritage: For events focused on cultural heritage or local traditions.
  • Easter Events: All events related to Easter, including egg hunts, Easter markets, and seasonal celebrations.
  • Education: Educational events, workshops, and seminars aimed at learning and knowledge-sharing.
  • Environmental: Eco-friendly events, nature conservancy activities, and events promoting environmental awareness.
  • Exhibition: For art, history, or themed exhibitions and displays.
  • Family Friendly: Events suitable for all ages, particularly engaging for children and families.
  • Festival: Large-scale, multi-day festivals, including music, food, or themed festivals.
  • Fete / Fair: Ideal for traditional fairs, local fetes, and similar festive gatherings.
  • Fundraising: Charity events and fundraisers focused on raising support for a cause.
  • Guided Walk: For guided tours, hikes, or walking excursions.
  • Halloween Event: All events related to Halloween, including haunted houses and pumpkin farm activities.
  • Literary: For book fairs, author readings, poetry events, and literary festivals.
  • Market: Farmers' markets, craft markets, and any shopping-focused gatherings.
  • Music: For music-specific events like concerts, gigs, and music festivals.
  • Outdoors Event: For any outdoor activities, from outdoor cinemas to nature photography walks.
  • Performance: Suitable for live performances, including dance, theater, and other staged shows.
  • Race / Competition: Any race or competitive event, such as marathons or fun runs.
  • Rainy Day: Indoor activities ideal for a rainy day, such as museum tours, indoor workshops, or movie screenings.
  • Sale: Special sales, discount events, or end-of-season clearances.
  • Seasonal: Events aligned with specific seasons, such as spring celebrations, autumn harvests, and winter festivals.
  • Shopping: Retail events, exclusive store openings, and themed shopping nights.
  • Sporting Event: For sports games, tournaments, and matches.
  • Summer Events: Events specifically aligned with the summer season, such as outdoor concerts and summer festivals.
  • Talks/Lectures: For public talks, panel discussions, and academic or expert lectures.
  • Theatre / Plays: Live theater performances, play productions, and staged dramas.
  • Trade Only Event: Industry-specific events meant solely for trade or professional audiences.

Choosing the right category helps your event reach the most relevant audience on DiscoverKerry.com.

 

4. Setting Geo-Location Using a Map

Setting the geo-location on the map ensures that your attendees have a clear idea of where your event will take place. Here’s how it works and why it’s essential:

  • How It Works: Drop a pin on the map where your event is located or enter the address to zoom into the exact spot.
  • Why It’s Useful:
    • Accuracy: Reduces confusion by giving attendees an exact location.
    • Visibility: Makes your event searchable by location, increasing the chance of drawing nearby attendees.
    • User Experience: Enables attendees to get accurate directions to the event, particularly helpful for mobile users.

 

5. Facilities and Pet Policies

If your event or venue has specific facilities or guidelines regarding pets, it’s important to include this information in your event description. Here’s how to clarify these details:

  • Additional Charge for Pets: If there is an extra fee for bringing pets, be sure to mention it clearly. This allows attendees to prepare for any additional costs.
  • Pets Accepted in Some Units: If certain areas or units within your event venue allow pets while others do not, specify this to help pet owners plan accordingly.
  • Pets Accepted: If pets are welcome throughout the entire venue or event area, this is great to mention for attendees who may want to bring their pets along.

Including these details ensures a pet-friendly experience for attendees and helps them understand any restrictions or fees that may apply.

 

6. Contact Us for Questions or Support

If you have questions about the submission process or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to the Discover Kerry team

The team can assist with any questions related to categories, image requirements, or troubleshooting.

 

Important Notice: Event Approval

Please note that www.discoverkerry.com reserves the right to reject events that do not meet the criteria above. This ensures the quality and relevance of events listed on the site, helping Discover Kerry maintain an excellent experience for users.

Submitting your event to DiscoverKerry.com is a great way to gain exposure and draw in a larger audience. By following this guide, you’ll be set to create a great event listing that meets the site’s standards and reaches your ideal target audience. We’re excited to see your event on Discover Kerry and help you connect with the community!