The Events Calendar Community Tickets is a specialized extension that enables website visitors to create and sell tickets for events they submit through a front-end portal. Used by organizations powering millions of bookings, it removes the need for organizers to access the WordPress dashboard. This solution turns a standard calendar into a multi-vendor ticketing marketplace.
WPExclusive members get access to Community Tickets as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full The Events Calendar collection →
What Is The Events Calendar Community Tickets?
The Events Calendar Community Tickets is developed by The Events Calendar and is an event management plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the events category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for organizers. The plugin integrates Community Events and Event Tickets Plus to create a complete ecosystem for user-generated ticketing.
It solves the challenge of managing third-party organizers who want to monetize their listings on your site. By providing a front-end interface, you maintain site security while offering a professional platform for local promoters and venue managers.
The Events Calendar Community Tickets Features
The feature set is built around providing a self-service experience for event organizers while maintaining administrative oversight for the site owner.
User Ticketing Platform
Community Tickets gives event organizers the ability to sell tickets to their own events on your website. They can set prices, ticket types, and availability directly from a front-end submission form. This is ideal for sites focused on events where multiple authors contribute content.
Reporting and Attendee Management
Organizers gain access to detailed attendee reports and sales summaries without entering the backend. They can view ticket sales information, event earnings, and total revenue at a glance. The plugin also provides check-in tools to help managers handle guests on the day of the event.
Flexible Payouts and Revenue Splitting
The plugin supports split-payment options, allowing you to divide ticket revenue between the site owner and the organizer at the time of purchase. You can also collect specific ticket fees on a per-ticket, per-event, or per-sale basis. Payments are typically handled via WooCommerce or PayPal integration.
Pricing
Retail pricing for this addon typically starts at $259 per year for the Essentials plan, which includes ticket sales and recurring events. Check current pricing on the Community Tickets sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essentials | $259/year | 1 Site | Ticketing + Community |
| Pro | $399/year | 3 Sites | WooCommerce + Splits |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Community Tickets + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Community Tickets plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The plugin receives regular updates to ensure compatibility with the core calendar and WordPress core. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release to ensure members have access to the latest security patches and features.
How to Install
- Download the Community Tickets .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Ensure The Events Calendar, Community Events, and Event Tickets are also installed.
- Configure your payout settings in the Events settings menu to begin accepting user tickets.
Use Cases
Local Community Marketplace
Perfect for city guides where local businesses want to post and sell tickets for classes or workshops using events listings. The site owner takes a commission while the business handles the event details.
Music Venue Aggregator
Promoters can manage their own bands and ticket tiers across multiple dates without needing backend access. This keeps the site secure while scaling the number of listings significantly.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Developers building membership sites for event organizers can use WPExclusive to access this plugin and others like The Events Calendar suite without individual license fees for every client sandbox. This significantly lowers project overhead.
vs Alternatives
| Feature | Community Tickets | WP Eventin Pro | EventOn Bookings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front-end Submissions | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Revenue Splitting | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Limited | ❌ No |
| Sales Reports | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Starting Price | $259/year | $79/year | $70 |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Complete front-end management for organizers
- Support for split payments and ticket fees
- Deep integration with the broader Events Calendar ecosystem
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires several other plugins from the same brand to function
- Payout methods are primarily focused on PayPal for split payments
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is The Events Calendar Community Tickets GPL Licensed?
Yes. The Events Calendar Community Tickets is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL), the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files — the same release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, no security risks.
Get The Events Calendar Community Tickets on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you The Events Calendar Community Tickets plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
Explore the full The Events Calendar collection → or browse all WordPress plugins →
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Events Calendar Community Tickets do?
The Events Calendar Community Tickets is an events plugin used to allow users to sell tickets on your site. It creates a front-end portal for organizers to manage sales without backend access.
Is The Events Calendar Community Tickets free?
This is a premium extension that requires Event Tickets Plus. Access to the full suite is available via WPExclusive from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of The Events Calendar Community Tickets?
The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release as soon as it is verified.
How much does The Events Calendar Community Tickets cost?
Retail bundles start at $259/year. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use The Events Calendar Community Tickets via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files fully within GPL terms.
What are the best alternatives to The Events Calendar Community Tickets?
WP Eventin Pro and EventOn Bookings are strong alternatives. Both are available on WPExclusive within the same membership plan.
