About this template
Running an event directory, community calendar, or marketing blog requires a steady stream of fresh event listings. This Announce an Event Google Form template streamlines the submission process, allowing organizers, community members, and partners to submit their events directly to you in a standardized format.
Instead of chasing down details via endless email threads, use this form to automatically capture essential information like event names, dates, times, physical or virtual locations, detailed descriptions, and organizer contact details. Whether you manage a local newspaper's calendar, a university events page, or a niche industry portal, this template cuts out administrative friction.
Built on Doc2Form, this template can be customized in seconds to match your exact submission guidelines. Add file upload fields for promotional imagery or checkboxes for event categories to keep your calendar organized. Once published, you can share the link publicly or embed it on your website to start accepting submissions immediately.
Key features
- Standardize incoming event submissions for easier publishing
- Collect accurate dates, times, and venue locations in one place
- Capture complete organizer contact details for follow-up
- Easily embed on websites or share via direct link
- Fully customizable to match your specific calendar criteria
Use cases
- Local community calendars collecting weekend festivals and fundraisers
- Industry blogs and media sites gathering webinar and conference listings
- University or campus portals compiling student club activities
- Chamber of commerce directories featuring member business events
What this form collects
- Full Name (Short answer)Enter the first and last name of the primary contact person.
- Email Address (Short answer)Where can we reach you if we have questions about your submission?
- Phone Number (Short answer)Include area code (e.g., 555-123-4567).
- Event Name (Short answer)Provide the official title of your event.
- Event Date (Date)Select the date the event takes place.
- Event Time (Short answer)Specify the start and end times (e.g., 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM).
- Event Location Type (Multiple choice)Is this event in-person, virtual, or hybrid?
- Venue Name and Address (Paragraph)If in-person, provide the venue name and full street address. If virtual, paste the meeting or streaming link.
- Event Description (Paragraph)Provide a compelling summary of the event. What can attendees expect? Include speaker details, agenda, or highlights.
- Ticketing or Registration Link (Short answer)Paste the URL where attendees can buy tickets or RSVP.
- Promotional Image or Flyer Link (Paragraph)Please paste a link to your event graphic or press kit (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.).
FAQ
How do I collect event submissions using this form?
Simply share the published Google Form link with event organizers or embed the form directly on your website. All submissions will automatically populate in a connected Google Sheet for easy review and publishing.
Can I add custom fields for event categories or ticket links?
Yes! You can easily edit the Google Form to add checkboxes for event categories, drop-downs for pricing, or text fields for ticketing URLs.
How do organizers attach promotional images or flyers?
Since Google Forms handles file collection via Google Drive, you can include a text question asking organizers to paste a link to their shared promotional folder or graphic.
Is this event submission template free to use?
Yes, this template is completely free. You can use Doc2Form to instantly generate and customize it as your own Google Form.
Can I limit who can submit events?
You can configure your Google Form settings to restrict submissions to verified users or leave it open to the public depending on your directory guidelines.
Get this form in your Google Drive
Save a copy to your Google Drive with one click (uses 1 credit). Or build from a PDF or description in the app.