The Eventbrite alternative built for community events
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Award winning UK customer service
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Always free for free events
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Sell and scan tickets in person
See how TryBooking compares to Eventbrite
Our Eventbrite alternative makes it easy to run and manage your events, while keeping things affordable. With flexible tools, lower fees, and a revolutionary Tap To Pay Box Office app, it’s simple to sell tickets both online and in person.
Tap To Pay app for in-person ticket sales
Option to pass booking fees to ticket buyers
Full award-winning UK customer service
Ticket buyers can easily find events
No additional costs for features
VAT included in booking fees
No marketing to your ticket buyers
Keep more event revenue with simple low ticket fees
We know you don’t like fees - so we work hard to keep ours low. With our simple pay-as-you-go pricing, you’ll save on ticketing fees compared to Eventbrite.
You can also choose to pass on all TryBooking fees to your attendees, allowing you to sell tickets at no cost.
Running a free event? TryBooking is completely free to use - no fees, no fuss, and full access to all features.
Compare TryBooking and Eventbrite fees
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(5%)
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VAT included in all fees
(6.95%)
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Pricing accurate as of 3rd April 2025.
The perfect pair of apps to support your next event
Sell tickets at the door with our Tap To Pay app
Take contactless or cash payments in person using your phone - no costly hardware required. Our mobile Box Office app gives you everything you need to sell last minute tickets, merchandise, refreshments, parking and more.
- No additional hardware required
Manage entry with our mobile scanning app
Speed up entry to your events with our free mobile scanning app - making it easy to check tickets and keep an eye on numbers. Plus, your volunteers can help too with our dedicated Volunteer Mode, letting them scan tickets without seeing sensitive data.
Ticketing features to support you from start to finish
Our event ticketing platform has everything you need to create great events - we’ve thought of it all!
Say hello to real-ly friendly customer support
We’ve helped tens of thousands of organisers sell tickets online - all supported by our award winning UK based customer service.
We know happy event organisers create great events - that’s why we make it easy to speak to a real person with our friendly support team of UK based event experts.
Here's why event organisers love TryBooking
5/5 Google
4.6/5 Capterra
Real support, low fees and features that just work - see why event organisers are making the switch from Eventbrite.
“My client has a complicated need for a booking system with many tiers of payments, discounts and promotions and everything was possible within the system and all supported by knowledgeable REAL PEOPLE at the end of the phone. Cost effective and efficient, with excellent links to the best payment providers, I couldn't wish for more!”
“I came across this site after looking for an alternative to Eventbrite. I am so glad I did! They have been so helpful from the beginning. It was so straightforward and easy to use that I managed to get an event up and running on it in no time at all. With the fees being so much cheaper its a fantastic alternative to Eventbrite. Thanks TryBooking! ”
“Using TryBooking has been an absolute game-changer for us. The platform provided an efficient and seamless way to sell, leading to even more success on event drop-off days. The user-friendly interface made the entire process incredibly easy. A huge thank you to Joan and the team for their support. I’m looking forward to using TryBooking for all our future events!”
“Having used Eventbrite for a number of years we became frustrated by the lack of support available and the limited options on a free account. Having discovered TryBooking, we have not looked back!”
“Greenlands Farm Village have found Trybooking to have excellent customer service and are always happy to help on the other end of the phone. Their systems are really easy to use, and it works well for our customers.”
“We’re delighted with the quality of customer service from TryBooking. We have saved time and money by using this platform to sell tickets for our events – and the team are always on hand with ideas and tips to help events run smoothly.”
“Great and accessible solution to event bookings. The staff team are responsive and share their expertise to maximise how businesses can best use the platform for their specific purposes.”
“TryBooking is a fantastic platform; we use it for all our Alumni events. The fact we can integrate the events into our own website is really useful. The team are really helpful - it's brilliant to be able to speak to someone. We can't fault the customer service.”
“Really loving TryBooking. Very easy to use and the support staff have been so attentive and helpful with any questions I have. A total breath of fresh air! Events are easy to set up and integrate into the website. Really impressed.”
Ready to make the switch to affordable ticketing?
Join thousands of event organisers already using TryBooking to simplify selling tickets online and in person.
Want to see how it works? Chat with our team
- Totally free for free events
- Save on booking fees
- Sell and scan tickets in person
- No features behind subscriptions
- Award winning UK customer service
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use TryBooking for free?
TryBooking is completely free for free events - there are no hidden charges, and you still get access to all our features.
For paid events, we only charge a small fee when you sell tickets. You can choose to pass this fee on to your ticket purchasers, letting you use TryBooking at no cost to you.
How much does it cost to use TryBooking?
We give you the choice whether to take payments through our payment gateway, or link to your Stripe account. We charge different fees depending on what option you choose.
Payments processed by TryBooking
- 5% processing fee (charged to the event organiser by default)
- 15p ticket fee (charged to the ticket purchaser by default)
As an Event Organiser, you have total control over who pays which fees - so you can choose whether to pass them on to your ticket purchaser, or absorb them fully.
Payments processed by Stripe
- 75p ticket fee
- Stripe fees: currently 1.5% + 20p (as of 26th March 2025)
As an Event Organiser, you can choose whether to absorb the ticket fee or pass it on to your ticket purchasers. You can't pass the Stripe fees on.
Do I need to pay anything upfront?
No, there are no upfront costs - just bring your event idea, and you're ready to go!
What type of events can I use TryBooking for?
TryBooking is designed to support a wide range of events - big or small, free or paid. You can use our event ticketing platform to sell tickets online for any event, whether that’s a theatrical performance, school play, charity fundraiser or another great event idea.
Can I sell tickets in person for my event?
Yes, our Tap To Pay Box Office app makes it easy to take payments for and issue tickets in person. You can accept payments via cash or contactless card payment, without requiring any additional hardware.
Does TryBooking offer support?
Yes, we offer award winning UK based support via phone, email and live chat.
You can also access online support from our Learning Centre, which has step-by-step guides on using all our features and tutorials for the most common event setups.
Can I customise my event pages and emails?
Yes, you have full control over the design of your event homepage - add images, videos and even animated backgrounds! Our calendar feature also makes it easy for your patrons to see all available session dates.
You can also send personalised emails before, during and after your event using our Email Buyers feature. This is available to all event organisers at no extra cost.
How do I get paid for tickets sold?
Once you start selling tickets, funds (minus any fees you’ve chosen to cover as the event organiser) will be added to your TryBooking account balance.
To withdraw funds, simply add a UK bank account. We’ll send a small verification amount before you can request a transfer.
If your account is linked to Stripe, ticket sales (minus Stripe’s fees and any TryBooking fees you’ve chosen to cover) will be deposited directly into your Stripe account.
Do you offer discounted pricing for non-profits?
We believe running events should be affordable for everyone. That’s why we keep our fees low for all event organisers, including charities, PTAs, and other non profits.
To help maximise your fundraising, you can choose to pass our low processing fees on to ticket buyers - allowing your non profit to use TryBooking at no cost.
Do I need a payment processor to use TryBooking?
No, you don’t need a third party payment processor to take payments through TryBooking. Our standard fees are fully inclusive of all payment processing.
If you wish to receive payments directly to your bank account, you can connect your TryBooking account to Stripe to receive payments directly into your Stripe account. When using Stripe, we charge a flat 75p ticket fee.
Can I link to my Stripe account?
Yes, you can connect your TryBooking account to Stripe to receive payments directly into your Stripe account. When using Stripe, we charge a flat 75p ticket fee.
More details can be found on our dedicated page: Payments using Stripe
How secure is the site?
TryBooking is fully compliant with industry-leading security protocols to protect your data.
All stored data is encrypted using industry-standard encryption algorithms, and we are fully PCI-compliant for payment security. We never store full credit card details - only the last four digits are retained for reference.
To safeguard your information, we implement multiple layers of security, including multi-factor authentication, secure website connections on all pages, and firewalls to prevent unauthorised access. All data is securely hosted in the UK.