BigTree CMS

Self-Hosted

Open-source CMS optimized for conference and event management

Overview

BigTree CMS is an open-source content management system tailored for building and managing conference websites. It offers tools for creating event schedules, speaker profiles, registration forms, and abstract submission workflows. Deployable on LAMP stacks, it includes responsive templates, SEO features, and payment gateway integration for ticket sales. Its modular architecture allows extending functionality via plugins, making it suitable for small meetups to large conferences. Users retain full control over data and branding, ideal for self-hosted event management needs.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  bigtree_cms:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: bigtree-cms
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Event schedule builder with time slot management
Speaker profile creation and categorization
Custom registration form and abstract submission workflows
Payment gateway integration for ticket sales
Responsive design templates for mobile-friendly event sites

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is BigTree CMS hard to install?

Installation requires a LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP). For users with basic server skills, it’s straightforward via FTP upload and database configuration. Docker images are also available to simplify deployment for containerization-savvy users.

? Is it a good alternative to Eventbrite?

Yes, for self-hosted conference needs. Unlike Eventbrite (SaaS), it gives full control over branding and data. It lacks Eventbrite’s marketplace but offers flexible payment integration and custom registration workflows tailored to event organizers.

? Is it completely free?

Yes! BigTree CMS is open-source under the MIT License. There are no upfront costs or subscriptions—only hosting, domain, and optional premium plugin/development expenses apply.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Conference Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data control via self-hosting
⊕ Modular architecture for custom plugin extensions
⊕ No subscription fees (open-source MIT License)
⊕ SEO tools to boost event visibility

Cons

⊖ Requires LAMP stack setup (technical knowledge needed)
⊖ Lacks built-in ticketing marketplace like SaaS alternatives
⊖ Smaller community support compared to mainstream CMS platforms