Creating events on Facebook is very convenient for meetings, livestreams, product launches, or community activities. However, in many cases, an event may no longer be appropriate, was created by mistake, or a change in plans requires you to delete it. Many people worry that deleting an event will be complicated or affect their Fanpage and personal account. In fact, this operation is quite simple if you know the right way. In this article, Optimal Agency will guide you on how to delete events created on Facebook simply and quickly, applicable to both personal accounts and Fanpages.
How to create effective business events on Facebook?
Creating a Facebook event is one of the simplest yet extremely effective ways for businesses to promote workshops, webinars, offline events, or livestream sales sessions. When set up correctly, events not only appear on the Fanpage but also spread to friends, followers, and people with similar interests. In this section, we will provide specific step-by-step instructions to create a business event on Facebook, along with practical examples for advertisers to easily visualize and apply.
Step 1: Access the Fanpage and go to the Events section
First, you need to open your business’s Facebook Fanpage. In this example, we are using a fanpage named Marketing Fundas Official for illustration.
On the fanpage interface, depending on the specific layout, the Events tab may be displayed directly or located within the “More” section. If you do not see it, simply click on “More” and select “Events.” Then, click on this section to begin creating a new event.
Step 2: Create a new business event
Once you are in the Events section, click the Create Event button. At this point, Facebook will display the event setup interface with the basic information to be filled in.
In the first part, you will see the event banner. If you haven’t uploaded a specific image, Facebook will default to using the fanpage’s cover photo as the banner. However, in practical implementation, we advise advertisers to design a custom event banner with the correct dimensions, a clear title, and brand identity to create an impression from the very first glance.
Step 3: Set the event name and time information
Next, Facebook will display your fanpage as the event host. Every event, workshop, or webinar is required to have a clear name. For example, if you are organizing an online seminar, you could name it:
Digital Marketing with AI Skill of 2025
The event name can be up to 100 characters, so keep it concise and focused on the core content.
After that, you need to select the event’s start date. For example, the workshop is held on Sunday, May 11th. Next is the start time, let’s say 1 PM. If the event has an end time, you can add it—for instance, ending at 3 PM—to make it easier for participants to manage their time.
Step 4: Choose between offline or online event formats
At this step, Facebook will ask whether your event is in-person or online.
If it is an offline event, select In person and enter a specific location such as a hotel, hall, or conference center.
If it is an online workshop or webinar, select Virtual. Afterward, Facebook will ask if you want to broadcast live on Facebook. If you are livestreaming directly on your fanpage, select the option to go live from Facebook. If you are using Zoom, Google Meet, or another platform, paste the event participation link into the corresponding box.
In this instructional example, we use a sample website to illustrate how to paste an external event link.
Step 5: Write a concise and clear event description
The event description is where you persuade viewers to click “Interested” or “Join.” You should not write it too long; just about 3 to 4 lines is enough. The content should focus on the purpose of the event, the benefits participants will receive, and the unique selling points of the event.
For example, if it is an offline event, you can mention gifts, special offers, or free lunch. If it is online, emphasize the knowledge, documents, vouchers, or practical value that participants will gain.
In the illustrative example, we only wrote sample content such as: “This workshop is related to digital marketing and AI.” However, when doing it for real, advertisers should invest in writing more detailed descriptions to increase the participation rate.
Step 6: Select a category and set up co-hosts
Next, you need to select the event category. For example, for a workshop aimed at marketers, businesses, or professionals, you can choose Professional Networking so that Facebook distributes the event to the correct target audience.
The Co-host section allows you to add fanpages of partners, sponsors, or co-organizing units. Once they accept, Facebook will display them as co-hosts of the event. If the event is organized solely by your business, you can skip this step.
Step 7: Set up tickets, repetitions, and interaction rights
If the event is ticketed or requires a payment link, you can add it in the Add tickets section. Workshops can be free or paid, depending on the business’s strategy.
The Repeat event section allows you to set the event to repeat weekly or monthly. If it is a one-time event, select Never.
Additionally, Communication settings is a very important part. Here, you can decide:
- Whether to show the guest list or not
- Whether only the event host can post or everyone is allowed to post
- Whether posts need to be approved before being displayed
- Content flagged by Facebook as spam will be held for review
These settings help the event operate professionally and avoid junk content.
Step 8: Create the event and invite participants
After completing the steps above, click on Create Event. Facebook will ask if you want to invite friends or followers. With a new account, the number of invites may be limited, but with an established fanpage or account, you can invite a large number of relevant people.
Immediately after, the event will appear on the fanpage feed, letting everyone know that your business is about to host an event on the selected date with a specific topic.
Step 9: Promote and track event performance
When users click “Interested” or “Going,” the event can be further shared with their friends, helping it spread organically. If you want to push it further, advertisers can boost the event or run in-depth ad campaigns, but it must be done correctly to avoid wasting budget.
Additionally, Facebook provides Insights for events, allowing you to track views, reach, engagement, link clicks, reactions, and comments. In the Events tab, you can also manage upcoming and past events to evaluate effectiveness for future campaigns.
How to delete events created on Facebook simply and quickly
You must ensure that you are the event creator or an administrator of the Page that created that event. If you are only a participant or an invitee, Facebook will not allow you to delete the event. If the event was created from a business fanpage, you are required to log in with an account that has fanpage administrative rights. In the event that you accidentally log in with a personal account without admin rights, the delete option will not appear.
Step 1: Find the event to be deleted on Facebook PC
We recommend that you use the desktop version of Facebook, as this interface displays more complete control permissions than the mobile app.
After logging in, navigate to the Events section or Live Producer if this is a livestream event. Here, you can find the event based on the title, date, or a list of scheduled livestreams. Once you have found the event to be deleted, click on it to open the management details page.
Step 2: Open the event management menu
While on the event details page, you will see the management menu, usually displayed as a three-dot icon or in the settings section within Live Producer. Here, Facebook will display options appropriate to the status of the event. If the event is ongoing, you may see the End broadcast option. If the event is scheduled or has ended, you will see the Delete or Remove option. Select the correct option corresponding to your situation to continue.
Step 3: Read the confirmation notice carefully before deleting
After clicking delete, Facebook will display a short confirmation notice. This notice indicates that deleting the event will simultaneously delete the livestream video, all comments, and the list of people who responded to join. For Page events, you should double-check whether you are operating in the correct fanpage mode. This helps avoid confusion and ensures valid deletion rights.
Once certain, confirm the deletion as requested by Facebook. Note that this action cannot be undone, so you need to check carefully before confirming.
Step 4: Re-check after deleting the event
After confirming, wait a few seconds for the interface to update. Then, return to the Events section or video library to check if the event has disappeared. If you do not see the delete option, check the following factors:
- Ensure you are logged into the correct administrator account
- Try switching to the desktop version of Facebook
- Reload the page or clear the browser cache
In some cases, the Facebook app on phones may hide certain management permissions. If you still encounter errors, you can try logging in with another administrator account of the Page or wait a few minutes and try again. With the above steps, deleting created events on Facebook will become simple and fast, helping you manage your fanpage and events more effectively.
Recommended dimensions for Facebook event images
When creating a Facebook event, many advertisers and users often focus only on the content, time, or description while overlooking the visual element. Meanwhile, the event cover photo is the first thing viewers see and determines whether they click on the event. Therefore, choosing the correct size and designing a suitable cover photo will help the event look more professional, convey information clearly, and increase the ability to attract participants.
Standard Facebook event cover photo size today
One of the first factors you need to care about is the event cover photo size. According to current recommendations, the ideal size for a Facebook event cover photo is 1920 pixels wide and 1050 pixels high. This size corresponds to a 16:9 aspect ratio, suitable for both desktops and mobile devices. When using the correct standard size, the image will be fully displayed without cutting off important content. This is particularly important for sales events, online workshops, or product launch livestreams, where time information, titles, or offers need to be seen at first glance.
Why is the 16:9 ratio important for event photos?
In graphic design and digital media, the aspect ratio directly affects the viewer’s experience. The 16:9 ratio is the most popular today, widely used in videos, livestreams, and promotional images on social media platforms. Thanks to this ratio, your Facebook event cover photo will display well on many different types of screens, from smartphones to large computer monitors. No matter what device the viewer uses to access Facebook, the image still maintains a harmonious layout and is not distorted or unpleasantly cropped.
When the cover photo is designed with the correct dimensions, your event will look professional immediately. Important information, such as the event name, date, time, location, or brand logo, always stays within the frame. For instance, with a livestream sales event, if the cover photo has the title or call-to-action button cut off, viewers can easily overlook it. Conversely, when the layout is correctly aligned, viewers only need to glance at it to immediately understand what the event is about.
Principles for effective Facebook event cover photo design
When designing a cover photo, you should prioritize placing important elements such as text, event titles, or main graphics in the center area of the image. This helps limit content from being cut off when displayed on smaller screens, especially phones.
Additionally, use high-resolution images. A clear image with harmonious colors will create a better impression and make viewers feel the event is seriously invested in. Advertisers should also incorporate brand logos, colors, and fonts to create consistency with other media publications.
Consistency in brand identity helps viewers remember and recognize your event more easily, especially when you regularly organize periodic events or livestream series.
Image format to use when uploading to Facebook
Finally, when exporting the design file, you should prioritize formats like PNG to preserve image quality. This format helps the cover photo display more sharply when uploaded to Facebook, limiting pixelation or quality reduction due to image compression.
Simply by following the correct dimensions, ratios, and basic design principles above, advertisers can fully create professional, beautiful Facebook event cover photos that attract participants from the very first glance.
Deleting created events on Facebook is actually not complicated if you grasp the correct operations and follow each step. Whether it is a personal event or an event on a fanpage, as long as it is done the right way, you can delete it quickly without affecting the account or page. Hopefully, this guide will help you proactively manage events more effectively and avoid unnecessary trouble.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many reasons why you might want to delete an event on Facebook, such as having created an event but the plans changed afterward. Or, for events that have already taken place, you may want to delete them to clean up your profile. If your event does not have enough participants or is not gaining interest, you can delete it to avoid affecting others.
To delete an event on Facebook if another page’s event has been added, access your Facebook page, select Events from the left-hand menu, and navigate to the event you want to remove. Next, delete the event from the other page by clicking the black X in the corner. If you do not see the X, you might be viewing Events at the top instead of on the left side of your main page.
