Schedule Discord Events and Remind Members
How to schedule an event on Discord: set place and time, add a description and cover image, remind participants and use recurring dates.
Last checked for accuracy: 21 October 2026
Discord events make dates visible: members see them in the sidebar, can mark interest and get reminded.
At a glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Where do I create an event? | Click the server name, Create Event. |
| Where does it take place? | In a voice channel, on a stage or somewhere else. |
| Which permission do I need? | Manage Events. |
| How do members get reminded? | Through Interested on the event. |
| Are there repeats? | Yes, you can repeat dates regularly. |
Step by step
- Click the server name and choose Create Event.
- Choose the location: voice channel, stage or an external place.
- Give it a topic, start, end and a description.
- Optionally add a cover image.
- Check the preview and publish the event.
Tips
- Say in the description what participants can expect and should bring.
- Also announce the event in an announcement channel.
- Regular events create habit. Plan fixed weekdays.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change or cancel an event? Yes. Open the event in the list and edit or cancel it. Interested members are informed.
Who sees the event? Members who may see the chosen voice channel. With a private channel the event therefore stays private.
With Kage
Kage adds announcements to events, polls for choosing a date and scheduled reminders. More ideas for an active community are in the guide Build a Discord community. For game groups with sign-up and line-up there is the gaming web app.
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