What are hybrid events?

A hybrid event is when people can join the same activity either in person or online at the same time.

Imagine you're having a birthday party. Some of your friends come to your house, while others watch the fun on their tablets or phones from across town. That’s like a hybrid event, part of the group is there in real life, and the other part joins from somewhere else using technology.

In a regular party, everyone has to be in the same room. But with a hybrid party, you can have a mix:

• Some friends are playing games with you on the floor.
• Others are watching on their screens and even talking to you through their devices.

This is like having two rooms connected by a magic tunnel, but instead of magic, it’s a video call or live stream that lets everyone see and hear each other.

Sometimes, not everyone can be in the same place. Maybe some people are sick, busy, or far away. A hybrid event is like having a party where everyone gets to join, whether they’re right next to you or across town!