2 Simple Ways to See New or Upcoming Events on Facebook
Introduction:
Facebook is an excellent platform for discovering new and upcoming events in your area. In this guide, we will outline two simple steps to find local events using Facebook.
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Method 1: Using the Events Feature on Facebook
1. Log into Your Facebook Account:
– Open your browser and log into your Facebook account. You can use any browser, such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, etc.
2. Navigate to the Events Page:
– From the newsfeed page, click on the “Events” tab in the left sidebar.
– If you don’t see it immediately, click “See More” and scroll down to find the “Events” section.
3. View Upcoming Events:
– Once you click on “Events,” the center pane will display all upcoming events in your area.
– By default, it should show events near your location. If not, click on the drop-down menu and select “My Location” to toggle it on.
4. Narrow Your Search:
– Use the tabs at the top to filter your search by date (e.g., today, tomorrow, this week, or next week) or by selecting a custom date range.
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Method 2: Curating a Calendar with Teamup
1. Access Your Events Page:
– From your Facebook homepage, go to the Events section by clicking on the menu bar on the left side.
2. Get the Upcoming Events Feed Link:
– Scroll down to the bottom of your Events page and copy the link for the “Upcoming Events” feed.
– This link can be added directly to a calendar service like Teamup.
3. Add the Feed to Your Calendar:
– Go to Teamup’s calendar settings, add a new iCalendar feed, and paste the Upcoming Events URL you copied.
– Choose a refresh interval and save the settings.
4. Manage and Filter Events:
– To curate only the events you want, mark the events as “Interested” or “Going” on Facebook so they are automatically added to your calendar.
– You can filter these events in Teamup to select which ones you want to include in your curated calendar.
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Conclusion:
Both methods provide easy ways to discover and organize upcoming events on Facebook. The first method is straightforward and uses Facebook’s built-in features for viewing local events, while the second method leverages additional tools like Teamup for curating a calendar with specific event information. Whether you prefer browsing directly on Facebook or creating a more personalized calendar, you can easily stay updated on the events that interest you.