Find Christian Events Near You with Gathrd
Gathrd by MRVL is a Christian event discovery app that shows you worship nights, conferences, prayer meetings and community gatherings from churches near your location, filtered by denomination and event type.
How to Find Christian Events Near Me
Download Gathrd on iOS or Android, enable location services, and browse events happening near you this week and beyond. You can filter by denomination (Church of England, Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Non-Denominational and others), event type (worship night, conference, retreat, prayer meeting, community event), and distance. The app shows you event details, ticket availability, and lets you book instantly. As of June 2026, Gathrd connects thousands of UK churches and Christian communities in one searchable directory.
Why Use Gathrd Instead of Generic Event Platforms
Gathrd is purpose-built for faith communities. Unlike generic ticketing platforms, the directory is faith-only by policy, so you'll never see a worship night listed next to a nightclub or irrelevant event. Churches pay just 3% on ticket fees, half the cost of Eventbrite's 6.95% plus per-ticket charge. If you're organising, Gathrd includes QR door check-in, Gift Aid automation with split-checkout for UK churches, and multi-denomination support so your event reaches the right audience.
What Types of Christian Events You'll Find
Gathrd lists worship nights, prayer meetings, Bible studies, church conferences, retreats, mission trips, youth events, and community gatherings run by churches and Christian organisations across the UK and beyond. Each event shows the hosting church, location, date, ticket price (if any), and denomination. Many events are free to attend; others have a small ticket fee to cover costs. You can save events to your calendar and receive reminders before they start.
Booking and Checking In
Once you find an event, tap to book and complete payment (if applicable) in seconds. Most events are free, so no payment needed. For ticketed events, Gathrd processes your booking securely. On the day, the organiser will scan your QR code at the door using the Gathrd check-in feature, or use NFC cards via TapTrust integration. Offline check-in works too, so events aren't disrupted by poor signal. Your booking confirmation and ticket QR code stay in the app.
Starting Your Own Christian Event on Gathrd
If you run a church or ministry, you can list your events on Gathrd free of charge (3% fee only applies when attendees buy paid tickets). Create an account, add your event details, set ticket prices if needed, and Gathrd handles bookings and payments. For churches running multiple events, the Church plan costs £19.99 per month or £199.99 per year and includes unlimited events, advanced check-in, and Gift Aid split-checkout. The faith-only directory ensures your event reaches the right audience.
Location and Denomination Filtering
Gathrd shows events within a radius you choose (near me, within 5 miles, 10 miles, or wider). You can filter by denomination to see events aligned with your faith tradition, or browse all denominations. This means whether you're looking for a local Anglican service, a Catholic retreat, a Baptist conference, or a Pentecostal worship night, Gathrd surfaces the right events without clutter from secular venues.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gathrd free to use for finding events?
Yes, downloading Gathrd and browsing Christian events near you is completely free. You only pay if you book a paid ticket to an event. Most church events on Gathrd are free to attend anyway.
Can I filter Christian events by denomination?
Yes. Gathrd supports Church of England, Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Non-Denominational, and many other traditions. You can filter by denomination in the app to find events aligned with your faith background.
What's the difference between Gathrd and Eventbrite?
Gathrd is purpose-built for faith communities with 3% fees versus Eventbrite's 6.95% plus per-ticket charge. The directory is faith-only by policy, and UK churches get Gift Aid automation. Eventbrite is a generic platform that lists all event types.
Do I need to create an account to attend an event?
You need a Gathrd account to book tickets and receive confirmations, but creating one takes seconds with email or phone number. You don't need an account just to browse events.
How do I check in to an event I've booked?
On the day of the event, the organiser will scan your ticket QR code using Gathrd's check-in feature at the door. The app works offline too, so connection issues won't delay entry.
Can churches list events for free on Gathrd?
Yes. Listing events is free for all churches and Christian organisations. You only pay 3% when attendees purchase paid tickets. A Church plan subscription (£19.99/mo) unlocks unlimited events and extra features like Gift Aid automation.