Most-Attended Virtual Events with purple cork

The results are in! By meticulously analyzing attendance data across our hundreds of events over the last 12 months, we've distilled the essential formula for maximizing event attendance.  

If making event logistics decisions makes you anxious, you’ll want to bookmark this page. Whether you're planning an intimate customer gathering or a large online networking event, knowing the optimal event type, day, time, and month to host can make all the difference. Dive into the secrets of timing perfection with purple cork and elevate your event planning to an art form.

Best Day of the Week to Host a Virtual Event

Contrary to popular belief, the best day of the week to host a virtual event isn't confined to the mid-week sweet spots. Our data reveals that any day during the week can draw impressive attendance, debunking the myth that Mondays and Fridays are less desirable. Whether it's the start of the week or the cusp of the weekend, our events have shown consistently high engagement across all weekdays. This surprising insight means you have the flexibility to choose any day that suits your schedule, confident in the knowledge that your guests will be just as eager to attend.

Best Time of the Day to Host a Virtual Event

Timing is everything when it comes to hosting successful virtual events, and at purple cork, we've pinpointed the sweet spot. Our analysis shows that the optimal time to start your event is between 1 PM and 2 PM PST. This window captures peak attendance, with a gentle arc of engagement both earlier and later. This timing conveniently accommodates participants across various time zones, making it accessible for a broad audience. Hosting your event during this prime hour ensures maximum participation, allowing your guests to fully enjoy and engage with the experience. Whether you're planning a wine tasting session, a cocktail-making course, or a cooking event, scheduling it between 1 PM and 2 PM PST is your best bet for success.

Best Activity to Draw Attendance to a Virtual Event

At purple cork, our events with the highest attendance showcase a delightful diversity, proving that there's no single winning formula. The standout winners include SAMsARA's California wine tastings, the interactive Virtual Table cook-alongs, Bibi Graetz's international tastings, and our bourbon/other spirits events. These top performers demonstrate that a wide variety of event types can achieve great results. Whether your preference is wine, cooking, champagne, or spirits, you can host an engaging and highly attended event. This flexibility allows you to tailor your offerings to your audience’s interests, ensuring every event is a memorable success.

Best Month to Host a Virtual Event

When planning your virtual events for 2025, certain months stand out as absolute winners for maximizing attendance. Our data at purple cork highlights February, March, July, August, October, November, and December as prime months for hosting virtual events. These months consistently draw high engagement, making them the perfect time to showcase your offerings. February, for instance, benefits from the excitement of the Super Bowl, with our events featuring NFL legends like Drew Bledsoe and Dan Marino are especially popular. The summer months of July and August offer a relaxed vibe, ideal for virtual gatherings, while the holiday seasons in October, November, and December naturally boost attendance as people seek festive activities. March marks the transition to spring, a time when many are eager to reconnect and celebrate new beginnings. Ensure your events are on the calendar today to capture these peak times and guarantee a full house.

With purple cork's data-driven insights, you now have the secrets to hosting successful virtual events. Our findings on the best days, times, and months, as well as the most popular event types, provide a clear roadmap to maximizing attendance and engagement. Don’t leave your event success to chance!