Meetable

Self-Hosted

Open-source alternative to Meetup for community events and groups

Overview

Meetable is an open-source platform for organizing local events and community groups, designed as a self-hosted alternative to Meetup. It allows users to create public/private groups, schedule events with RSVP tracking, manage attendee lists, and foster discussions. Deployable via Docker (simplified setup) or manual installation (Node.js/PostgreSQL), it offers a responsive UI, privacy controls (data ownership), and no vendor lock-in. Ideal for communities wanting to escape subscription fees and own their event data.

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:
  meetable:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: meetable
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Community group creation & management
Event scheduling with RSVP tracking
Self-hosted deployment (Docker or manual setup)

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Meetable hard to install?

Meetable offers Docker-based installation which simplifies setup for most users. Manual deployment requires basic server skills (Node.js, PostgreSQL), but detailed documentation guides both methods, making it accessible to tech-savvy individuals or teams.

? Is it a good alternative to Meetup?

Yes—Meetable replicates core Meetup features (groups, events, RSVP) while letting you own your data and avoid subscription costs. It’s perfect for communities prioritizing privacy and independence, though it lacks Meetup’s global reach.

? Is Meetable completely free?

Meetable is 100% free and open-source (licensed under AGPLv3). There are no usage fees; you only pay for hosting if you choose to self-host your instance.

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Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data ownership & privacy control
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs
⊕ Customizable via open-source codebase

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server knowledge for self-hosting
⊖ Smaller user base compared to Meetup
⊖ Limited third-party integration options