How group-created events should appear in the calendar and feed, compared to regular events. Non-members discover groups through these cards.
Regular event (for comparison)
SAT, MAR 14 · 11:00 AM
McCarren Park Cleanup Day
McCarren Park, North Entrance
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M
R
+5
8 going
Option A
Group badge on standard card
Same layout as regular events. Small group chip below the title links to the group. Recurring indicator as subtle text. Minimal added complexity.
SAT, MAR 14 · 7:00 AM
Saturday Morning 5K
🏃 Running Club
McCarren Park Track
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A
T
+9
12 going
↻ Every Saturday
Option B
Distinct group event card
Different layout — group avatar on left, event details on right. Shows member count and a "Join Group" CTA alongside RSVP. More prominent but adds visual complexity.
🏃
Williamsburg Running Club· 47 members
SAT, MAR 14 · 7:00 AM
Saturday Morning 5K
McCarren Park Track
J
A
+9
12 going
↻ Weekly
Option C
Standard card with group banner
Standard event card layout with a thin colored banner at the top showing the group name. Social proof line, and a subtle "join" link at the bottom. Repeat icon next to date.