# Eventward

> Eventward has 300+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 3.7K downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 80/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Safe pick.** Yes — Eventward is a safe, well-maintained plugin to use in 2026. It runs on 300+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 days ago, and scores 80/100 on our health check.

**The complete events calendar, free: recurring events, six views, maps, tickets and RSVP with no platform fee. No Pro version, nothing locked.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 300+
- **Total downloads:** 3,706
- **Downloads (30 days):** 3,708 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 80/100 (Excellent)
- **Version:** 0.5.9
- **Last updated:** Oct 18, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.7+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 5 of 5 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** OmnisWP (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/omniswp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/eventward/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/calendar/) | #77 | 571 |
| [event calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/event-calendar/) | #24 | 76 |
| [events](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/events/) | #71 | 491 |
| [recurring events](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/recurring-events/) | #2 | 19 |
| [tickets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/tickets/) | #14 | 107 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| calendar | >100 | 2,679 |
| event calendar | >100 | 1,462 |
| events | >100 | 9,453 |
| recurring events | #31 | 818 |
| tickets | #44 | 2,664 |

## Version adoption

- 0.5: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [The Events Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/the-events-calendar/) | 600K+ | 4.2/5 (2,459) | Oct 15, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [Events Manager – Calendar, Bookings, Tickets, Appointments and more!](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/events-manager/) | 60K+ | 4.2/5 (551) | Oct 21, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 3 | [SimplyBook.me – Booking and reservations calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simplybook/) | 30K+ | 1/5 (1) | Sep 29, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 4 | [Timetable and Event Schedule by MotoPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mp-timetable/) | 30K+ | 4.3/5 (69) | Aug 28, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 5 | [WP Event Manager – Events Calendar, Registrations, Sell Tickets with WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-event-manager/) | 20K+ | 4/5 (249) | Jul 22, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 6 | [The Events Calendar Shortcode & Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/the-events-calendar-shortcode/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (101) | Aug 18, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 7 | [Availability Datepicker – Booking Calendar for Contact Form 7 – Input WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/date-time-picker-field/) | 10K+ | 4.1/5 (42) | Feb 27, 2026 | 47/100 |
| 8 | [ICS Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ics-calendar/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (72) | Oct 18, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [WP Simple Booking Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-simple-booking-calendar/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (227) | Jun 29, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 10 | [Events Shortcodes For The Events Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/template-events-calendar/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (214) | Sep 16, 2026 | 90/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Eventward free?
Yes. Eventward is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Eventward safe to use in 2026?
Yes — Eventward is a safe, well-maintained plugin to use in 2026. It runs on 300+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 days ago, and scores 80/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Eventward?
Eventward is active on 300+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,706 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 3,708 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Eventward work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Eventward up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.7 or newer.

### What PHP version does Eventward need?
Eventward requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Eventward last updated?
The latest version, 0.5.9, was released on October 18, 2026 (3 days ago).

### Who makes Eventward?
Eventward is developed and maintained by OmnisWP.

### What are the best alternatives to Eventward?
The most popular alternatives to Eventward are The Events Calendar (600K+ installs), Events Manager (60K+ installs) and SimplyBook.me (30K+ installs).


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