3 self-hosted Facebook Events alternatives

Facebook Events is a popular proprietary tool in the social networks space. These open-source apps let you replace Facebook Events with software you host and control yourself.

Best self-hosted Facebook Events alternatives

Mobilizon

Social Networks

Federated tool for events and groups

Replaces Facebook Events, Meetup

★ 1.5k Medium setup AGPL-3.0

Gathio

Social Networks

Simple, federated event hosting without accounts

Replaces Facebook Events, Eventbrite

★ 456 Easy setup GPL-3.0

Gancio

Social Networks

Shared agenda and event platform for local communities

Replaces Facebook Events, Meetup

★ 400 Medium setup AGPL-3.0

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Switching from Facebook Events

Moving off Facebook Events means trading a managed subscription for a service you run yourself. The payoff is ownership: no per-seat pricing, no vendor lock-in, and full control of your data. Start with the option above that matches your setup-difficulty comfort level — every app links to a detailed specs page and head-to-head comparisons.