About ShareDay

ShareDay started in Rolleston with two frustrated parents who knew that the things that bring people together can cost too much, take too long, and somehow turn into another group chat to chase.

Events should be the good bit, not another admin job. So we made one simple event page where guests can RSVP, get updates, browse a gift wishlist, and share photos. No apps to download. Guests never need accounts. They get links. Like normal people.

For hosts, it keeps the important stuff in one place. For local businesses and community partners, it is a simple way to be found by the people planning the birthdays, fundraisers, school events, and catch-ups that make our community tick.

Location

Canterbury, New Zealand

HOW TO CONNECT

Plan Easy. Party Easy.

Run invitations, RSVPs, gift wishlist, reusable guest lists, seating plans, printables, reminders, and guest sharing from one event hub that feels simple for you and easy for guests.

Start Here See how it works

Choose your ShareDay experience

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See how it all flows.

ShareDay keeps the host tools and guest experience together from the first invite to the last feedback message, so you are not repeating yourself across texts, socials, spreadsheets, and bits of paper.

Create Account How it Works

Free to try
No app required
Kiwi made

Guest listReplies stay tidy

Your lookTheme and image set

Guest updatesOne place for updates

Perfect for all kinds of events

Birthdays

Invites, RSVPs, and updates in one tidy place.

Baby Showers

Track attendance, registry details, and meal notes.

Family BBQs

Share the plan, track numbers, and sort what to bring.

Housewarmings

Keep guest counts and what to bring easy to follow.

Kids Playdates

Coordinate parents, times, and quick RSVP updates.

Weekend Park Meetups

Share location details and keep everyone in the loop.

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Guest text flow

Send event updates without messaging everyone one by one.

ShareDay lets hosts send invites, updates, reminders, and practical event messages by text or email from one place, so you are not copying the same message into separate chats.

Send the invite once and give guests a clear link to respond
Share gallery updates and other news by text or email from ShareDay
Choose all guests or selected guests instead of sending individual messages
Use the same tools for reminders, timing changes, and pickup messages

9:41

ShareDay invite Hey Jess! Sarah is inviting you to Ava's sleepover. Would love to know if you can make it. RSVP here: shareday.nz/g/?c=AVA123 Sent via ShareDay to invited guests

ShareDay update I've uploaded some photos to the gallery of the kids having fun if you want to have a look. Sent via ShareDay event update

Guest reply I just checked it out, they look great. Thanks for sending them through!

ShareDay update The kids had a great time. Time to pick them up whenever you're ready. Sent via ShareDay event update

Make it look like yours

Add your own hero image, theme, and event details without wrestling a generic template.

Guests stay in the loop

Invites, updates, reminders, and the event run sheet all live in one place guests can actually find.

Planning stays tidy

Checklists, guest notes, seating, exports, and printables stop the admin from sprawling everywhere.

It keeps working after

Gallery, guestbook, feedback, and gift tracking mean the event does not vanish once the day is over.

The ShareDay flow

From planning to party day.

ShareDay gives you flexible invites, tidy guest management, and all the practical extras that help the event feel organised from start to finish.

Build the event

Add your image, event details, RSVP timing, privacy settings, and the schedule guests need.

Send the invites

Use SMS, email, QR codes, public pages, or unique guest links, with support for groups and +1s.

Run it smoothly

Track RSVPs, send updates, sort seating, print what you need, and keep memories after the event.

Step 1

Set the event up once.

Build the event page once, make it feel like yours, and set the ground rules before guests arrive.

Add event details, upload a hero image, and pick a theme
Turn on the guestbook, photo gallery, and gift wishlist from the start
Add custom RSVP questions and your event schedule before invites go out
Control access with private or public settings, unique invite codes, or open signup
Choose which reminders and updates guests get along the way

Hero imageSet the vibe instantly

Theme pickedBrand it your way

RSVP cutoffKnow numbers in time

Guest addedAdd guests quickly

Bulk importBring everyone in

+1sFamilies stay together

Step 2

Get the guest list sorted.

Bring people in however suits you, then keep the guest list organised instead of tidying it up later. Guests from events you host or co-host roll into your guest registry too, so the next event is faster to set up.

Add guests manually or in bulk
Reuse guests from your registry
Invite by SMS, email, QR, or social
Use unique links, codes, or public signup
Add custom tags and dietary notes
Track views, replies, and guest history

Step 3

Keep guests posted without chasing.

Once invites are out, ShareDay helps you keep guests updated, reminded, and followed up without having to remember every message yourself.

Send updates by SMS or email whenever plans change
Share real updates like what the kids are up to or when pickup starts
Turn day-before reminders on or off depending on the event
Keep co-hosts in the loop without forwarding everything manually
Send an automatic post-event email that says thanks and asks for feedback
See the full activity history if you need to check who got what

Guests updatedUpdates go out fast

Timing updateShare timing changes fast

Targeted sendsPick the right people

GalleryShare photos together easily

GuestbookLeave notes anytime

DiscoverHelp people find you

Step 4

Turn on guest extras.

Switch these on only when they suit the event, so guests get the extras that actually make sense.

Use the gallery to share your own photos and let guests add their memories too
Turn on the guestbook for well-wishes, messages, and little memories from guests
List open community events in Discover so more people can find them

Gift wishlistGuests claim gifts quietly

Plate plannerBalance the shared meal

No duplicatesEveryone knows their part

Step 5

Make gifts and shared food easy.

Give guests a clear, low-pressure way to help with the parts of an event that are easiest to double up or forget.

Add gift ideas to a wishlist and let guests quietly claim what they are buying
Reduce duplicate or unwanted gifts without awkward group messages
Use the plate planner for shared meals, potlucks, and celebrations where everyone brings something
Let guests choose what they will bring, so the menu stays balanced and the host can see what is covered

Step 6

Use the planning tools.

When you need the practical bits handled too, ShareDay keeps the planning tools close by instead of spread across different apps.

Create tables in the seating planner, then print a custom seating chart and table cards
Use invite templates as they are, customise them, or make your own with the QR code
Choose generic invites or unique versions for each guest
Show an invitation schedule so guests can see what is happening and when
Checklist+ gives you templates, custom lists, and collaboration so nothing gets missed
Export your guest list and choose what to include, like dietary details and response info
Get weekly host emails if you want them, with a tidy recap of what has happened

Start Here

SeatingTables arranged in minutes

PrintablesPrint cards and charts

ChecklistTasks ticked off easily

Core features

All the tools in one connected setup.

Use only what your event needs, keep every detail together, and avoid bouncing between different apps and spreadsheets.

Two types of events on ShareDay

ShareDay supports both standard events and events where hosts apply first.

1. Normal events: The event owner invites guests and manages RSVPs, updates, photos, and details in one place.
2. Host-application events ("Care Pods"): For setups like kids play groups, where hosts apply to run sessions and approved hosts publish their own event pages.

Digital Invites

Create and send invites with event details guests can open instantly.

Gift Wishlist

Share gift ideas and let guests claim items quietly to prevent duplicates.

Plate Planner

Coordinate who is bringing what food so shared meals stay balanced.

Seating Planner

Set table layouts, assign guests, and prepare seating for printouts.

Guest Registry

Save reusable guests and groups so future events are faster to build.

SMS/Email Updates

Send invites, reminders, and timing changes to selected guests in one go.

Checklist+

Track planning tasks with reusable templates and your own custom lists.

Gallery

Share event photos and videos in one place guests can access easily.

Guestbook

Collect messages, well-wishes, and memories from guests before and after the event.

QR Code Access

Guests can scan to RSVP, upload photos to the gallery, and add messages to the guestbook.

Custom RSVP Questions

Ask exactly what you need, like meal choices, allergies, plus-ones, and event-specific details.

Printables and Custom Invites

Generate print-ready table cards and charts, then choose a built-in invite design or upload your own JPG/PNG artwork.

Discover - community events

See what people are sharing on ShareDay

Browse a few upcoming public events that hosts have chosen to list with the community.

Favorites

Mon 2 Nov 2026 10:00 am

Family Canterbury Free All ages

Example Event

Novotel, 52 Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

Another example with a different theme.

Hosted by Jonny Johnson

View and RSVP

Favorites

Tue 26 Jan 2027 1:00 pm

Celebration Wellington Free All ages

Demo Event

Wellington Central, Wellington 6145, New Zealand

Further example of ShareDay Event.

Hosted by Jonny Johnson

View and RSVP

Favorites

Fri 30 Apr 2027 11:00 am

Celebration Auckland Free All ages

ShareDay Demo Event

Quay Street, City Centre, Auckland 1053, New Zealand

This is an example of a ShareDay event.

Hosted by Jonny Johnson

View and RSVP

Favorites

Thu 1 Jul 2027 3:00 pm

Care Pod

School Canterbury Free Kids focused

CarePod Example

Location shared after host is confirmed

Community-led after-school care pod. Parents can RSVP their children, approved hosts rotate by session, and the confirmed location is shared after host assignment.

Hosted by Jonny Johnson

View and RSVP

Favorites

Mon 2 Nov 2026 10:00 am

Family Canterbury Free All ages