Events & Discovery FAQs

Finding, browsing, and understanding events. All FAQ topics

What kinds of events can I find on Townhall?

Hackathons, ideathons, conferences, workshops, meetups, seminars, webinars, fests, and more.

How do I search for events?

Use the explore page with city filters, category filters, or AI search in natural language.

Can I browse events city-wise?

Yes — the explore page has an interactive city grid for 10+ Indian cities.

What event categories does Townhall support?

Hackathon, ideathon, conference, workshop, meetup, seminar, webinar, fest, other.

How do I view event details?

Click any event card to open its page with tracks, timeline, prizes, mentors, sponsors, and venue map.

Can I see where an event is on a map?

Yes — event pages include a Leaflet map with the venue pinned.

Are online events listed?

Yes — webinars and online events are supported alongside in-person ones.

How do I save an event for later?

Tap the bookmark icon on the event page to save it to your list.

Can I get reminders for events?

Yes — you will get notifications for events you register for or save.

What is a fest on Townhall?

A fest is a multi-event celebration with its own registration and dashboard flow.

Can I register for a meetup?

Yes — meetups have their own registration flow just like other events.

Do events show prize details?

Yes — event pages list prize pools and track-wise rewards.

Can I see the mentors for an event?

Yes — event pages include mentor lists.

Are sponsors listed on event pages?

Yes — sponsor tiers and sponsors are shown on the event page.

Can I view event schedules?

Yes — timelines and tracks are visible on each event page.

How do I share an event?

Use the share button on the event page to get a link or post to social platforms.

Can I see past events?

Past events remain viewable, and upcoming ones are highlighted in explore.

Are there student-only events?

Many events target students; use filters and AI search to find them.

Can I filter by date?

Yes — explore supports filtering by upcoming dates and categories.

How do I find hackathons specifically?

Filter by the Hackathon category or search "hackathons" with AI.

Can I find free events?

Yes — many events are free; the listing shows price/free status.

Are paid events supported?

Yes — paid events use the in-app payment flow.

Can I host a conference?

Yes — organizers can run conferences with speakers, tracks, and agendas.

How do I follow an organizer for new events?

Open the organizer page and tap Follow to get their future events.

What is the difference between a workshop and a seminar?

Workshops are hands-on sessions; seminars are presentation-focused. Both are first-class event types.