Paid Events
Learn how to create paid event registrations, symposium tickets, and conference admissions using the built-in WooCommerce Products system.
Paid events (such as Masterclasses, Conferences, and Symposia) are sold and managed as WooCommerce Products. Once published, tickets can be purchased directly by members and non-members through the store checkout.
1. Navigating to the Products Overview
To view existing event tickets or create a new paid registration, navigate to Products → All Products in the WordPress sidebar.
The product table displays current ticket listings, active prices (€), inventory/stock levels, and assigned categories. To create a new ticket, click the Add new product button at the top of the table.
2. Setting Up the Event Ticket Product
In the product editor screen, configure the necessary details for your event ticket:
Required Ticket Settings
- Product Name: Provide a clear title for the event (e.g.
Belgian Alliance for Biomechanics Conference 2026). - Product Description: Add full event details, program schedules, venue info, and keynote speakers in the main content area.
- Product Data (General): Set the product type to Simple Product, check Virtual (removes physical shipping calculations), and enter the Regular price (€).
- Inventory: Enable stock management if the event venue has a maximum seat capacity (e.g. 100 tickets available).
- Product Image: Set the primary event promotional banner or conference poster in the right sidebar.
- Product Categories: Assign the appropriate category (e.g. Conferences & Events or Continuing Education).
- Structured Message (ACF): Enter any custom confirmation instructions (such as room codes, Zoom links, or payment reference formats). This structured message is automatically injected into the customer's order confirmation email.
After verifying prices, stock limits, and descriptions, click Publish in the top-right box to make ticket purchases available immediately.