> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.spicerack.gg/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Creating Conventions

> How to set up and configure new conventions in Spicerack

# Creating Conventions

This guide walks you through the process of creating and configuring a new convention in Spicerack.

## Getting Started

1. From your admin dashboard, navigate to the **Conventions** section
2. Click the **Create Convention** button in the top right corner
3. You'll be presented with the convention creation form

## Basic Information

Fill in the basic convention details:

* **Convention Name**: The official name of your convention
* **Short Name/Abbreviation**: A shortened version used for display in some areas
* **Start Date**: When the convention begins
* **End Date**: When the convention ends
* **Banner Image**: Upload a horizontal banner image (recommended: 1200x300px)
* **Logo**: Upload your convention logo (square format recommended)
* **Description**: A brief overview of the convention

## Location Settings

Configure where your convention will take place:

1. **Convention Venue**: Select from existing venues or create a new one
2. If creating a new venue:
   * Enter venue name
   * Provide address details
   * Add any venue-specific information (parking, accessibility, etc.)

## Visibility and Access

Set who can see and register for your convention:

* **Public Convention**: Toggle on if anyone can view the convention
* **Registration Access**: Choose between:
  * Open to everyone
  * Invite-only
  * Password protected
* **Featured Convention**: Toggle on to highlight this convention on your main page

## Registration Options

Configure how attendees register:

1. **Registration Opens**: Set date/time when registration begins
2. **Registration Closes**: Set date/time when registration ends
3. **Attendance Cap**: Set maximum number of attendees (if applicable)
4. **Ticket Types**: Create different ticket options:
   * General admission
   * VIP passes
   * Day passes
   * Add custom ticket types as needed

## Additional Settings

* **Website URL**: Link to external convention website (if applicable)
* **Social Media Links**: Add links to convention social media accounts
* **Organizer Contact Info**: Provide contact details for attendee questions

## Saving and Publishing

1. Click **Save Draft** to store your convention details without making it public
2. Use **Preview** to see how your convention will appear to attendees
3. When ready, click **Publish Convention** to make it live

After publishing, you'll be directed to add events to your convention and manage other aspects of your convention.