Eventbrite Fees Explained: What You Really Pay in 2026

· By Craig Pollard
Eventbrite Fees Explained: What You Really Pay in 2026

Eventbrite fees in 2026 break down to 3.7% + $1.79/ticket plus 2.9% + $0.30 processing. A 100-person $25 event pays Eventbrite $271.50.

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Eventbrite charges 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket plus 2.9% + $0.30 payment processing — but the real cost goes far beyond that. For a 100-person event at $25/ticket, Eventbrite fees total $271.50 while Who's In charges just $67.50. We break down the full fee structure, hidden costs like the $249/mo Pro plan, payout delays, and forced branding — plus rank the cheapest event platforms in 2026.

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See the Events product page or compare against Eventbrite, Luma, Partiful, and Meetup.

Pricing at a glance

Compare against Eventbrite (3.7% + $1.79/ticket), Luma (7%), Mindbody ($139/mo), Cvent ($5,000+/yr) on our pricing page.

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About the Author

Craig Pollard

Craig Pollard is the founder of Who's In and a former Apple team lead (12 years). He writes about event technology, community building, and the future of AI-powered event discovery. Board advisor, investor, and non-executive director in technology and sports.

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What does "Eventbrite Fees Explained: What You Really Pay in 2026" cover?

Eventbrite fees in 2026 break down to 3.7% + $1.79/ticket plus 2.9% + $0.30 processing. A 100-person $25 event pays Eventbrite $271.50.

Is Who's In free to use for events?

Yes. Who's In is 100% free for all features — RSVPs, waitlists, recurring events, memberships, analytics, and more. The only cost is a 2.7% flat fee on paid ticket sales. There are no subscriptions or hidden charges.

How do I get started with Who's In

Sign up for free at whos-in.app, create your first event in under 2 minutes, and share the link via WhatsApp, email, or social media. No app download required for your guests — they RSVP via the mobile-optimised web link.