Event Defaults allows you to automatically pre-fill key details whenever a new event is created in Gigwell. whether it’s a booking or a bookingless event.
This helps standardize your workflow, reduce manual input, and ensure consistency across your events.
When configured, Event Defaults will apply to all newly created events. However, they are flexible. Only the fields you define will be applied.
Where to find it
The feature can be accessed in the agency backend settings > Calendar & Events > Event Defaults section.
How It Works
Event Defaults are applied automatically to every new event.
All fields are optional - only the fields you fill in will be used.
If a value is already set (for example via API), it will not be overwritten.
Users with permission to create bookings/events can use this feature.
Using Event Defaults with Booking Presets
Event Defaults work alongside Booking Presets, with clear priority rules:
Booking Presets can include their own Event Default settings.
If both are present, Booking Presets take priority over general Event Defaults.
You can also disable global defaults and apply them only through Booking Presets.
This gives you flexibility to define general defaults while still customizing behavior for specific booking scenarios.
Fields Available in Event Defaults
You can configure defaults across several sections, including:
Event Details
Event Type
Performance Type
Billing Type
Billed As
Performance Info
Performance Length (Hours & Minutes)
Minimum Age
Capacity
Tickets
Ticket URL
RSVP URL
Merchandise
Soft Merch %
Hard Merch %
Merch Seller
Best Practices
Use Event Defaults for commonly repeated values across most events.
Use Booking Presets when you need more specific configurations for different booking types.
Keep fields minimal—only set what truly needs to be standardized.