How to Host a Race on UltraSignup (Create a New Event)

How Do I Set Up My Event on UltraSignup?

Ready to host your event on UltraSignup? Setting up your race is simple—just follow the steps below. You’ll need to provide key details, including a Facebook page or website, event description, pricing, and registration details. Be sure to complete all required fields to ensure your event opens on time. Dual hosting on other platforms is not allowed. Follow this guide to get started!

Getting Started

UltraSignup Home | Host an Event

Setting up your event on UltraSignup is a straightforward process. Please follow the steps outlined below, and watch the accompanying video tutorial for additional guidance.

1. Navigate to UltraSignup Homepage: Visit ultrasignup.com
2. Click “Host an Event”: Locate and click on the "Host an Event" button.
3. Follow the Steps: Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your event.

Website or FB Page Required

• It is mandatory to add a link to either a Facebook page OR a website during event setup.
• The provided link must be a Facebook page, not an event or group.
• Your website should contain event information, and all registration links must direct to UltraSignup.
• Activation of your event is contingent upon receiving a functioning website or FB page link.

(Note: This verification process helps prevent fake event submissions.)

Dual Hosting Not Allowed

• Dual hosting, offering event registration on another platform, is not permitted.
• Events found hosted elsewhere will not be activated.

Critical Information

Please be sure to add all of the following information. Not doing so may prevent your event from opening on the preferred date & time.

1. Description

Enter comprehensive information in your event description, including:

1. Course description
2. Cutoffs (if any)
3. Aid Station info
4. Race day details
5. Race day registration
6. Packet pick-up
7. Start location/directions
8. Start times
9. Refund Policy
10. About your event
11. Sponsors
12. Swag

Resources: Add a Description, Add Links, Lists, and Images to your Description

2. Event Photos

• Provide images, including a banner image and seven additional pictures.
• For a new event, consider adding a logo image, photos of swag, and course images.
• Events with seven or more photos tend to perform better on the platform.

Resources: Adding a Banner Image, Photos, Waivers, and General tabs

3. Additional Information

1. Liability Waiver
2. Startline address
3. Dates (event date, registration open/close dates, last dates for changes and cancellations)
4. Start time
5. Pricing for offered distances
6. Registration questions (e.g., shirt sizes, past events)
7. Add-on items (if applicable, for selling additional tangible items)

Resources: Creating Questions, Creating Add Ons, Event Pricing Setup, Add your Payment Account, Setting Your Event Location

Complete Registration Page

Related guides: Quick Start: Complete Your Event Setup, Create a Donation Based Event, Create a Relay Event