Project Idea - Culture - Cultural Event Discovery Platform

- Discover a wide range of events happening in their area or in a specific location
- Create and customize their own events, including setting ticket prices, creating event pages, and managing attendees
- Easily promote their events through various marketing tools and channels
- Sell tickets online, manage registrations, and track attendance seamlessly
- Access real-time analytics and insights to understand attendee behavior and event performance.

- Eventbrite makes money by charging fees on ticket sales for events hosted on their platform.
- They also offer premium features and services for event organizers, which they can opt for a fee.
- Eventbrite has a payment processing fee for each transaction processed through their platform.
- Additionally, they may also generate revenue through advertising and sponsorships for events promoted on their platform.

- Discover events: Users can browse events by category, location, and date to find relevant events in their area.
- Create events: Event organizers can easily create and customize event pages with details such as event description, date, time, location, and ticket pricing.
- Ticketing: Eventbrite offers secure online ticketing for both free and paid events, allowing organizers to sell tickets and manage attendee registrations.
- Event management: Users can track RSVPs, manage guest lists, and check in attendees at the event using the Eventbrite mobile app.
- Event marketing: Eventbrite provides tools for promoting events through social media integrations, email campaigns, and personalized event recommendations.

- Essentials: This plan is free for free events and costs 2% + $0.79 per paid ticket.
- Professional: This plan costs $99.99 per month and includes features like custom branding, reserved seating, and unlimited ticket types.
- Premium: Custom pricing for large organizations that require advanced features like multiple user access and phone support.

- Event organizers 
- Marketing and promotion teams 
- Businesses hosting corporate events 
- Non-profit organizations hosting fundraising events 
- Universities and colleges coordinating campus events 
- Concert and festival promoters 
- Political campaigns organizing rallies and fundraisers 
- Community groups planning events and get-togethers 
- Sports teams and organizations managing games and tournaments

- Discover and join local events and meetups happening in different cities
- Connect with like-minded individuals with similar interests
- Learn new skills and hobbies through workshops and classes
- Expand your social network and create new friendships
- Stay informed about upcoming events and activities in your community
- Share your own events and meetups with others

- Meetup currently monetizes through subscription fees for organizers who want to create and manage groups on the platform
- They also offer sponsorship opportunities for companies looking to promote their products or services to attendees
- Meetup charges a fee for some events and meetups, with a portion of the revenue going to the organizer
- Additionally, Meetup may earn revenue through affiliate partnerships with ticketing platforms or other event-related services offered through the platform.

- Search for local events and meetups based on interests and location
- Join and RSVP to events directly through the platform
- Connect with other people attending the same events
- Create and host your own events
- Receive notifications about upcoming events and reminders
- Explore event details, including date, time, location, and description
- Share events with friends and family through social media platforms

- Meetup offers a free plan that allows users to join and create events for free.
- They also have a Pro plan that costs $24.99 per month, which offers additional features such as group insights, custom branding, and co-organizer permissions.
- For larger organizations or businesses, Meetup offers a customized Enterprise plan with pricing based on specific needs and requirements.

- Individuals looking to meet like-minded people and expand their social circle 
- Groups or organizations seeking to organize events and gatherings with a specific interest or theme 
- Companies looking to host networking events or team-building activities for employees 
- Event organizers wanting to promote their events and attract a larger audience 
- Tourists or travelers looking to connect with locals and experience the city from a different perspective

- **Wide Selection**: Access to a vast array of tickets for sports, concerts, theater, and other live events.
  
- **Seat Selection**: Ability to choose your exact seats from available options.

- **Mobile Tickets**: Convenience of using mobile tickets, reducing the need for physical copies.
  
- **FanProtect Guarantee**: Assurance that tickets will be valid and delivered in time for the event.
  
- **Easy Listing and Selling**: Simple process for users to list and sell their own tickets.
  
- **Interactive Seat Maps**: Detailed maps to help users see their view of the stage or field before purchasing.
  
- **24/7 Customer Support**: Access to around-the-clock customer service.
  
- **Price Alerts**: Notification feature for price drops or the availability of tickets within a user's budget.
  
- **Refund Policy**: Options for refunds or exchanges if an event is canceled.
  
- **Multi-Device Access**: Seamless experience whether accessed from a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

StubHub currently monetizes its platform through various strategies:

- **Service Fees:** StubHub charges buyers and sellers a service fee for each transaction processed on the platform. These fees are typically a percentage of the ticket price.

- **Listing Fees:** Sellers may be required to pay a listing fee to place their tickets on the marketplace, although this is less common compared to the service fees.

- **Premium Listings:** StubHub offers premium listing options that can increase the visibility of tickets, for which sellers can pay an additional fee.

- **Partnerships and Sponsorships:** The company often enters into partnerships with sports teams, venues, and event promoters, receiving a commission or sponsorship fee in return.

- **Mobile Tickets:** Offering mobile ticket options can sometimes include additional transactional fees that are shared with mobile service providers.

- **Advertising:** The platform also generates revenue through targeted advertising, leveraging its user data to display relevant ads to users.

- **Event Insurance:** StubHub offers optional event insurance for buyers, generating additional income through insurance partnerships.

These diversified revenue streams help StubHub maintain and grow its online marketplace for tickets.

- **Online Marketplace**: Buy and sell tickets for sports events, concerts, theater, and other live entertainment.
  
- **Wide Selection**: Access a broad range of events worldwide.
  
- **Seat Selection**: Choose your exact seat with interactive seating charts.
  
- **Mobile Tickets**: Get tickets delivered to your mobile device for easy access and entry.
  
- **FanProtect Guarantee**: Assurance that tickets are valid and will arrive in time for the event.
  
- **Price Alerts**: Set alerts to get notified when tickets fall within your price range.
  
- **Special Deals and Discounts**: Find exclusive offers and last-minute discounts on tickets.
  
- **Easy Ticket Listings**: Simple process for sellers to list their tickets on the platform.
  
- **Customer Support**: Access to dedicated customer service for assistance.
  
- **Digital Transfer**: Secure transfer of tickets between buyers and sellers.
  
- **Payment Options**: Multiple payment methods including credit cards and PayPal.
  
- **Event Cancellations**: Refund policies and options in case of event cancellations.
  
- **Virtual View**: See a virtual view from the seat before purchasing.
  
- **Gift Cards**: Purchase and use StubHub gift cards for ticket purchases.

As of my knowledge cutoff date in October 2023, here are some general pricing structures and features typically offered by StubHub:

- **Service Fees**: 
  - Sellers pay a commission fee, usually a percentage of the ticket sale price.
  - Buyers also pay a service fee, typically a percentage of the ticket price and/or a fixed fee.

- **Listing Tickets**: 
  - Free to list tickets for sale.
  - Fees are only charged when the ticket sells.

- **Ticket Prices**:
  - Dynamic pricing based on demand and availability.
  - Can vary significantly depending on the event, seat location, and purchase date.

- **Mobile Tickets**: 
  - Often included at no additional cost.
  - Some events or venues may charge extra for this convenience.

- **Delivery Fees**: 
  - Fees for physical ticket delivery, if required.
  - Electronic or mobile ticket delivery is usually free or nominally charged.

- **Buyer Guarantee**: 
  - Assurance that tickets purchased are genuine and valid for entry.
  - Option for a full refund if the event is canceled and not rescheduled.

- **Seller Tools**: 
  - Pricing tools and analytics to help sellers set competitive prices.
  - Multi-event and bulk listing options for frequent sellers.

Please note that specific details and fees might have changed since my last update. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, I recommend visiting StubHub's official website or contacting their customer service.

- **Sports Fans:** Individuals who want to buy or sell tickets to professional and college sports events.
  
- **Concert Goers:** People looking to find tickets for popular concerts, music festivals, and other live music events.
  
- **Theater Enthusiasts:** Fans of live theater, including Broadway shows and local performances.
  
- **Event Organizers:** People who manage events and seek to resell tickets or distribute them more effectively.
  
- **Travelers:** Tourists and travelers who want to experience local live events while visiting different cities.
  
- **Companies:** Businesses purchasing tickets for corporate events, client entertainment, or employee incentives.
  
- **Scalpers/Re-Sellers:** Individuals or businesses engaged in buying tickets to resell them at a profit.
  
- **Parents:** Looking for tickets to family-friendly events like kids' shows or sports games.

- **Gift Givers:** Those purchasing tickets as gifts for friends and family members.

Each of these groups benefits from StubHub's features like seat selection and mobile tickets.