Categories
Categories are the options available for your entrant to select when entering the event.
The category sets the base price which they will pay. The fee can automatically adjust based on entrant count or date.
The way category setup is approached depends on a few factors:
- Can entrants enter multiple categories? If so, Sections will need to be setup to enable this. The illustration above shows a scenario where 2 categories can be selected.
- Automatic Identifier Allocation: Would you like eventplus to automatically allocate unique identifiers (e.g., bib numbers, session numbers, chip numbers)? If so, it’s important to note that multiple categories can share the same number range, but a single category cannot pull numbers from multiple ranges. For instance, if you have a 10km Run and a 10km Walk that use different number ranges and need automatic allocation, it’s best to set them up as separate categories.
- Pricing Consistency: If the price is the same across multiple categories, you might consider creating a single category and using a question within the entry form to differentiate participants. For example, you could create a “5km” category and add a follow-up question such as: “Are you walking or running?” with options for “Walk” or “Run.”
- Age Groups: Unique categories are not necessary for age groups, as these can be automatically assigned based on participants' date of birth and sex. However, if a distance has an age group option and another does not, you will need two separate categories (e.g., “5km Age Groups” and “5km Open”).
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👉 Click here for details on category limits.
👉 Click here for details on waitlists.
👉 Click here for details on category changes.
👉 Click here for details on transfers.
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