Promote Your Event in Contra Costa


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Event Calendar

Put Your Event in Front of Contra Costa

Start with a free calendar listing. Upgrade to the SPOTLIGHT newsletter when you want extra juice.

Guidelines ·
Add Event Free ·
SPOTLIGHT $79 ·
Quick FAQ

Calendar Guidelines

  1. Events must be open to the public (no invite-only/private/online).
  2. Best fit: festivals, concerts, comedy, food & drink, markets/fairs, art shows, sports, outdoor fun.
  3. If ticketed, include the price (or “Free”) and a purchase link.
  4. Complete venue info: name, address, phone, website, contact email.
  5. Image: square 500×500 recommended (jpg/png/gif).
  6. Keep text clean — no emojis or special characters.
  7. Priority: Contra Costa County events.
  8. Submissions are reviewed and may be edited or declined if not a good fit.

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FREE Calendar Listing
DIY

Takes minutes. Your event appears on the Contra Costa events calendar in date order.

What you really get:

  • Unique event URL to share by text, email, social
  • Clickable links (tickets/website) if you add them
  • Big, bold image you control
  • Automatic Google Map for directions

+ Add My Event (Free)

Pro tip: Browse the Event Calendar and copy what the best listings do: clear title, full info, price & ticket link, strong image.
Want extra reach? Step into the SPOTLIGHT — featured in front of 7,000+ event-going locals every Wednesday.

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SPOTLIGHT Newsletter Ad
$79

More than “listed” — get noticed by 7,000+ event-loving locals every Wednesday (plus Google visibility).

  • Prominent feature in the SPOTLIGHT
  • Direct ticket/website link
  • Great for festivals, concerts, big shows

Price is for first issue. Run multiple weeks and save by upping the quantity at checkout.

Quick FAQ

Does my event get its own page?
Yes — with image, links, and a Google map. Share the URL anywhere.

How soon will my free listing appear?
After editorial review. Contra Costa events are prioritized.

How do I make my free listing pop?
Great image, clear headline, ticket/website link, complete details. Then share your unique URL!

When does SPOTLIGHT go out?
Every Wednesday around lunchtime — when people are planning the weekend.

Can I run multiple weeks?
Yes — increase quantity when you order and save on per issue price.

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