The Free Meetup Alternative
Stop Paying $50/Month to Build Community
Meetup now charges organizers up to $50/month. OpenMeet is free, open-source, and built for community organizers who refuse to pay for the privilege of bringing people together.
$0
Monthly Cost
2,400+
Events Created
58
Active Groups
100%
Open Source
OpenMeet vs Meetup
Side-by-Side Comparison
| OpenMeet | Meetup | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | Free | Up to $50/month |
| Unlimited Events | ✓ | ✓ (but you pay) |
| Open Source | ✓ | ✗ |
| Privacy-First | ✓ No ads, no data sales | Sells data to advertisers |
| Login Options | Google, GitHub, AT Protocol | Google, Facebook, Apple |
| Calendar Invites | ✓ Automatic .ics files | ✓ |
| Recurring Events | ✓ DST-aware | ✓ |
Real Communities
Groups Already Using OpenMeet
Coast Riders Motorcycle Club
Vancouver, BC — Organizing group rides and meetups without monthly fees.
Getting Started
Switch in 5 Minutes
1. Create Your Account
Sign in with Google, GitHub, or AT Protocol. No credit card needed.
2. Create Your Group
Set up your community with a name, description, and category.
3. Add Your First Event
Create an event with date, time, location, and details.
4. Share the Link
Invite your existing members with a simple shareable link.
Ready to Stop Paying for Community?
Join hundreds of organizers who switched from Meetup to OpenMeet. Create your first event in minutes.