ABOUT US
Do604 is your best place to find things to do in Vancouver. From concerts to comedy, film to food, and charity events to book readings, Do604 is the one-stop destination for planning your week. Plus, we are constantly giving away free tickets, backstage passes, and exclusive prizes. Signing up is free and easy, and also allows you to discover and promote events, share your picks with others, buy tickets online, and be the first to know about all the awesome happenings in Vancouver.
HOW EVENTS ARE RANKED
We list calendar events based on popular vote and recommendations by members of the Do604 network of Selectors. These people include bloggers, entertainment industry professionals, and members of local media (more about them below). To cast your vote for an event, simply click the ADD button in the event listing. The more people that vote for an event, the higher it will be listed on the site, allowing the most popular events to naturally rise to the top.
ADDING AN EVENT
Do you have an event that you would like to list on our site? We'll help you add it! Simply make sure you have registered on Do604 and then email [email protected]. You will need to provide the email you have registered with. We will grant you event editing access and you will be able to add events yourself!
Want to get even more people to see your event? Contact [email protected] to inquire about advertising, promotions, and ticket giveaways.
EDITING AN EVENT
Only users with editing privileges can change events that they did not create, but if you see something that needs to be changed, just shoot an email to [email protected].
Pro tips for adding events
1. Once you have gained editing permissions, login on Do604. Hover over your user icon in the upper right-hand corner. Then click, "Add Event."
Pro Tip: Always search the site first to avoid double posting events.
2. Fill out the basic event details, making sure to include the required info, and click “Add It”. Be sure to upload a (text-free)* PHOTO image for your title background and a POSTER image if you have a flyer of information you would like attached.
* Having a text-free background photo will help your event be more legible onsite. It also helps with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and will make your event easier to find on the internet.
3. Once the page is created, click the description box under your title or poster image. Add a one-of-a-kind description of your event using our handy editing tool. Click the black “+” box and you will be able to add links, embed videos, upload images—you name it! Jazz it up however you like to make sure Vancouver knows what you’ve got going on.
Congratulations! You've just added your first event!
Now if you really want to make sure your event is the best it can be (and why wouldn't you?!) follow these best practices.
TIPS FOR MAKING YOUR EVENT AS EFFECTIVE AS POSSIBLE
- Do not put the date, location, or time in the title: You are already letting everyone know the when, where, and why in the other fields. Let the title stand out!
- Leave the presenter out of the title, we have a special field for that too! ie: "Do604 Presents.., React Presents.., Your Mom Presents..." Put it in the "Presents" box!
- Choose the Repeat Weekly option only if it is the exact same event on the same day every week: If there are different acts or happenings that you want to specify, it's better to make an individual event each week to make sure everyone knows what kind of awesomeness they are in for.
- On that note, do not put a different end date for an event unless it lasts multiple days.
- Please avoid adding a Facebook Event link in the “Ticket URL” box: This field is for exactly what it means, a URL link to where someone can actually buy a ticket.
- Type slowly in the band and venue fields and take our suggestions in the drop-down box: We have hundreds of bands, artists and venues on file, each with pages and videos connected to them, all at your disposal. If you're searching for a band or event that's been around for more than a couple of weeks, chances are, they're already in our database.
- Add a photo: As much as we like our stock image or some of the venue logos, people much rather see a visual representation of your event. You have two spots for images: the poster image, which will be located at the bottom of the event and the photo image, which becomes the background behind the event title section. We recommend the photo image be 1200px wide and 450px high for the best quality and text free.
- Go nuts on the HTML: Do you think auto editing boxes are for wimps? Are you a < > codemaster . Our description box supports basic html so just click the next to the description box on your event page and get creative with that big 'ol brain of yours.
ADDING A BAND PAGE OR EDITING AN EXISTING ONE
Are we lacking an artist that you typed into your event? Or maybe you are an artist and want to make sure your fans know all about you. Just click the Add Your Own link next to the band field and fill in the blanks! Once you have created the band page, it will appear in the drop down box every time someone types it into the field. If you are looking at a band page that requires a little TLC, reach out to [email protected] and let us know! We'll be happy to update it for you ASAP.
BONUS! Did you know that you can follow your favorite artists on Do604? Just click the FOLLOW button on the right side of their profile. This way, you'll get an email alert as soon as they announce a new show in town, assuring you'll never miss out on tickets to see your fave bands again!
DUPLICATE EVENTS
Occasionally the event that you are posting may already be on the site. When this happens, there will be a link to the event that is already posted at the top of the page. If this is the same as your event but you want to add more information, just choose the edit option on the existing event page and add away.
Do not submit a duplicate event if you can help it. This takes away votes and divides information, neither of which you would want for your event! If your listing is indeed a different event that just happens to be at the same venue, check the Create Event Anyway box and resubmit the form.
Questions or need help updating your event's info? Email [email protected]; they'll hook you up.
WHO ARE THE SELECTORS?
The Do604 Selectors form the back bone of all all the great happenings around the city. They are the local media, the bloggers, the DJs, the artists, and the promoters... the people who make it their jobs to get us off our couches and out on the town. They are so good at it in fact, that we decided to give them a voice on Do604 for you to follow. Their votes and event comments are featured below the event listings for perusal, as are links to their websites. You can find the full list of family members at the bottom of our homepage. Follow them, friend them, be one with them. They will make sure you are in the know! Want to know more, or want to join the ranks of Do604 Selectors? Email [email protected] for more info.
RSVP OFFERS
Do604 has awesome RSVP offers for some of the best events in the Lower Mainland. Just click the RSVP button and fill out your info to get on the list.
Two important things to note:
1) Most RSVP offers do not include a +1
2) All RSVPs are subject to venue capacity and do not guarantee admission.
If you have an event that you'll be running an RSVP for, why not host it on Do604? By hosting your guest list on our RSVP platform, it'll give your event an organic boost. Every RSVP increases your event's popularity within that day's listings, pushing it to the top of the page for more eyes on your info.
TICKET GIVEAWAYS
If you enter to win tickets on our site, you will receive an email notification no later then 24 hours before the show. If you have won a contest via our Facebook or Twitter pages, we will tag you in the winning post no later then 24 hour prior to the show. Please reply to this post confirming or telling us we are awesome. That way, we know that you are coming! To redeem your tickets, your name will be at the door on the Do604 guest list.
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CONTACT US
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