Group members can RSVP to hybrid events via the Meetup website or member apps for iOS and Android. In a hybrid event, attendees can choose whether to attend in person or online. Follow the steps below to register your attendance for an upcoming hybrid event:

Desktop & mobile web

1. On the event page, click Attend at the bottom of the screen.
2. A pop-up titled How will you be joining? will appear. Select either Online or In person. Then click Next to submit your RSVP.

You can update how you'll be attending at any time, as long as event registration is still open. To do this, go to the event page and click Edit RSVP. Select your registration type and press Update.

To cancel your attendance, click Not going.

iOS/Android app

1. Open the event page.
2. Click Attend at the bottom of the screen.
3. On the event homepage, click Edit RSVP at the bottom of the screen.
4. A pop-up titled How are you joining? will appear. Select either In person or Online and press Confirm.

You can update how you'll be attending at any time, as long as the event registration is still open. To do this, go to the event page and click Edit RSVP. Select your registration type and press Update.

To cancel your attendance, toggle the Going? option to No.

Wondering what you have in common with members attending your next event? Check your attendees list to discover more. To access your attendees list, follow these steps on your device (desktop or apps):

1. Go to the event homepage.
2. Select Going.

If the event has already ended, the link will say Went instead of Going.

Viewing the attendees list

Before the event begins, you can quickly look up any attendee. Use the search bar at the top of the list to search for an attendee by name.

Tap the menu icon in the top right corner to sort or reorder your attendees list by:

• Response time - When attendees RSVPed
• Alphabetical
• Relevance

Organizers and Member+ subscribers can manage attendance with exclusive features. By tapping the View detailed list toggle, they may also view additional details about each attendee, including:

• Who will be attending an event with this group for the first time
• Any interests you share
• What they’re looking to do at the event

A broader overview of who you can expect to attend the event can be found on the event homepage in the "Who will be there" section.

Organizers and Member+ subscribers can access exciting features and benefits, including a glimpse into the kinds of members you’ll meet at upcoming events. Check out the event homepage on the iOS or Android app to see a breakdown like this:

Organizers and Member+ subscribers can see all insights, including:

• How many members will be attending for the first time
• The ratio of genders attending
• How many members are in your age range
• What members are looking for
• The interests you share with fellow members

Those who are not subscribers will only see first-time attendees and your shared interests. If you choose not to make your interests public, you will not see other members’ shared interests.

These insights are collected from details submitted by members on their account’s Personal Info page, but are not publicly visible on profile pages.

If you’d like to change your RSVP to an upcoming event, follow these steps.

Desktop web

1. On the event homepage, click Edit RSVP at the bottom of the screen.
2. A pop-up will appear. To change the number of guests you’re bringing, click Update. To cancel your attendance, click Not going.

For more guidance, see the video below:

Android & iOS

1. On the event homepage, click Edit RSVP at the bottom of the screen.
2. A pop-up will appear. To change the number of guests you’re bringing, tap Update. To cancel your attendance, toggle the Going? Option to No.

Meetup members have multiple ways to discover communities and upcoming events.

Use the search bar at the top of any page. Our Find page displays search results and provides filters to help you discover the events you're seeking.

The filters at the top of the Find page allow you to refine your results by:

• Date range: See events at the right time for you
• Type: Online or in-person
• Distance: From 2 miles up to 100 miles away
• Category: Choose from one of our group categories, like Career & Business
• Sort by: See your recommended events first or sort them by date
• Now available in the app! Filter results by time of day (morning, afternoon, etc.)

If you're looking for saved events or events from groups you've already joined, head to the Your events page.

Desktop web

Your events are always accessible from the homepage, or from your profile settings. Navigate to the Your events page by following these steps:

1. Click your profile icon in the top right-hand corner.
2. Select Your events from the dropdown menu.
3. To filter your results, select a date from the calendar or any of the filters (Attending, Hosting, Saved, and Past) in the left-hand panel.

Mobile web

Navigate to Your events in your mobile device's web browser by following these steps:

1. Click the menu icon in the top left-hand corner.
2. Select Your events from the menu.
3. To filter your results, select options or dates from the dropdown menus.

Android & iOS apps

The app home screen features Your calendar, which includes filters for:

• All of your group's upcoming events
• The events you've RSVP'd to
• Events you've saved
• Past events you've attended

Search for more events on our apps with the Magnifying glass icon labeled "Explore."

The apps offer filters to find and sort upcoming events. Use the search bar at the top of the app, then use the dropdown menus to sort your results by:

• Sort by: See your recommended events first or sort them by date
• Date range: See events at the right time for you
• Type: Online or in-person
• Distance: From 2 miles up to 100 miles away

Some events require you to join the hosting group before your RSVP is confirmed. Learn more about joining groups.

When you find a group you want to be part of, it’s easy to join. Once you do, you can connect with other members in the group, keep up-to-date with what’s going on, and attend events on and offline.

To join a group:

1. Log in to your account.
2. Go to the homepage for the group you want to join.
3. Click Join this group.
4. Depending on the settings for the group, you will either be added as a new member right away or once the organizer approves your request.

Once you've joined a group, you can always review your groups on the Meetup homepage. You can also click your profile icon in the top righthand corner and select Your groups from the dropdown menu.

We know that things change, and that’s OK. Leaving a Meetup group will unsubscribe you from all notifications for that group and will prevent you from RSVPing to Meetups. If you change your mind, you’re always welcome to rejoin.  

Desktop & Mobile Web

1. Log in to your account
2. Go to the homepage for the Meetup group you want to leave
3. Click You’re a member
4. Click Leave Group from the drop-down menu
5. Optionally, you may write a message for the organizer upon leaving the group

Android & iOS App

1. Log in to your account
2. Go to the homepage for the Meetup group you want to leave
3. Tap the three dots icon in the upper right-hand corner
4. Click Leave Group from the drop-down menu
5. Optionally, you may write a message for the organizer upon leaving the group

Recently paid your dues? Get refunded.

Meetup groups are powered by their organizers, the movers and the shakers who make events happen.

To get started, organizers need to start a subscription plan. From there it’s up to them how they run things. They decide what it’s all about and share important news for the wider group.

While organizers are the force that keep Meetup groups alive, they do not have to do it alone. Some of our most successful organizers build a leadership team to strengthen their efforts and cultivate their community.

Meetup is about connecting people with something in common. From activities you love and hobbies you want to try, to ways you identify yourself and who you want to be, a Meetup group is a community. A community of people who come together because they care about the same thing. Mountain climbers, first-time parents, aspiring circus performers, coders… you name it, there’s a good chance there’s a Meetup group for it (and if there isn’t, maybe you should create one).

While the connections begin online, the real memories are made at events. Meetup events are real-life gatherings where members and organizers get together to connect, discuss, and practice activities related to their shared interests.

Now you’re wondering how to get in on the action. Look no further than our Find page. There, you’ll find groups and events based on your location and interests. Join one, join ten. Join as many as you want. Your social calendar will thank you.

The primary organizer of a Meetup group pays for their own organizer subscription. Every Meetup group must be led by a local organizer with an active subscription plan; groups without an active organizer will close after 14 days without a named organizer.

If you have an active organizer subscription but are not the primary organizer of a Meetup group, your subscription is not supporting any Meetup groups. You could use your subscription to start and organize your own Meetup, or if you want, you could simply cancel your subscription.

If you’re interested in becoming an organizer, check out the current pricing options in your area. Many organizers can also collect member dues and event fees from group members to help cover their costs.

Meetup helps new groups find their members. When you create a group, the topics you choose help us promote your group to interested members in several ways. Depending on a group’s topics, we promote groups through email to interested members who’ve selected similar interests, feature groups on Topic pages where members can browse for groups, suggest groups on pages for other similar groups and events, and feature groups through search on the Find page.

New group announcement emails

For some groups, Meetup sends a new group announcement email shortly after the group is submitted and approved. This gives organizers time to schedule their first events and add more detail to their group. New group announcement emails cannot be scheduled, expedited, or delayed.

Who receives new group announcement emails?

New group announcement emails are sent to members who have:

• Selected one or more interests that correspond with a group’s topics
• Set their travel radius to include a group’s general location

Meetup groups must have a designated location so members may decide how far they want to travel for an in-person event. If you'd like your events to reach a wider audience, consider hosting an online event or upgrading to Meetup Pro for access to network events.