How do I design an engaging and user-friendly event app homepage?

Designing your event app’s homepage doesn’t have to feel overwhelming — even if you’re starting from scratch. With a few smart strategies and some visual inspiration, you can create a homepage that not only looks great but also helps participants find what they need quickly.

Think of your homepage as the central hub of your event. It’s where attendees will go to:

• Navigate to sessions and exhibitors

• Access important updates

• Connect with other participants

• Explore event content

When done well, your homepage becomes more than just a starting screen — it becomes a guide, a communicator, and a conversation starter.

1. Start with the essentials

Focus on the key information and features your participants will need most. This might include:

• Agenda highlights

• Speaker profiles

• Networking tools

• Maps and venue details

• Important announcements

2. Keep it visually clear and consistent

Use a clean layout with clear navigation paths. Choose colors, fonts, and imagery that match your event branding so the experience feels polished and professional.

3. Use homepage blocks strategically

Within the Grip Dashboard, you can configure different homepage blocks — such as featured sessions, announcements, or sponsor spotlights — to make important content instantly visible.

4. Learn from great examples

Not sure where to begin? We’ve gathered real-world designs from other successful events to help spark your creativity.
Check out our Event App Design Library for inspiration.

You’ll see how different events use layouts, imagery, and interactive elements to create homepages that are both functional and eye-catching.