SMS Marketing for Event Planners

Use two-way SMS to confirm RSVPs, send reminders, coordinate vendors, and keep attendees engaged with automated campaigns.

Built for Event Planners

  • Send invitations, RSVP confirmations, and reminders directly from your event number
  • Automate vendor updates, last-minute alerts, and attendee follow-ups to reduce confusion
  • Segment by event type, role (guest, sponsor, vendor), or location to personalize communication
  • Connect your CRM, ticketing, and event management software so records and conversations stay aligned

Launch SMS That Attendees Actually Read

Events rely on fast communication. SMS ensures reminders, updates, and schedule changes are seen immediately, keeping attendees informed and vendors coordinated.

98%

of texts are read immediately

40%

of consumers said they have tried to text a business

70%

of consumers want to text organizations

Everything You Need to Scale SMS

Campaigns and Keywords

Grow opt-in lists from registration forms, QR codes at events, and online sign-ups. Send promotions, ticket updates, and VIP offers while tracking engagement with unique codes.

Reminders and After-Hours Auto-Replies

Send automated reminders for events, setup times, and deadlines. After-hours auto-replies confirm receipt, capture event details, and let contacts know when to expect a response.

Mobile App, Reporting, and Integrations

Planners never miss a message with the mobile app. Track replies, attendance confirmations, and campaign performance, and sync everything with your CRM or event management platform.

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Everything You Need to Text at Scale

  • Textellent Messenger

    The Textellent Messenger is a Chrome extension that lets your team text inside the apps you already use—no code, no tab-switching. View full conversation history, reuse approved templates and media, and keep replies organized in a shared inbox.

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  • Integrate SMS

    Textellent integrates with 800+ apps—CRMs, schedulers, forms, and payment platforms—so data flows in and texts go out at the perfect moment. Map fields once, tag contacts consistently, and keep systems in sync.

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  • Automations

    Turn common events into automatic SMS touchpoints: new leads, appointments, payments, status changes, and more. Build simple, rules-based flows that send the right text and follow-ups without manual work.

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  • Franchisor Module

    The Franchisor Module gives franchisors clear visibility across locations while empowering franchisees to execute consistent, on-brand texting that drives growth. Scale what works and spot where support is needed—fast.

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  • AI Rewriter & Translate

    Instantly polish your texts and translate them into different languages, making communication faster and more accessible.

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  • Mobile App

    Keep conversations moving on the go. The Textellent Mobile app brings your shared inbox to iOS & Android with real-time push notifications, quick-reply templates and media, conversation assignment, and full sync to your CRM—so nothing slips through when you’re away from your desk.

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Turn Texts Into RSVPs, Show-Ups, and Memorable Events

FAQs About SMS Marketing for Event Planners

What can event planners do with SMS?
You can confirm RSVPs, send reminders, coordinate vendors, share event details, provide last-minute updates, and follow up with surveys or thank-you notes.
How quickly do attendees and vendors respond to texts? +
Most texts are read within minutes, making SMS the fastest way to ensure important updates, like time changes or location adjustments, are seen right away.
Can we use our existing business number? +
Yes. You can text-enable your main number so attendees, vendors, and staff can text or call the same line. Messages can be routed automatically to the right team member.
How do after-hours auto-replies work? +
Auto-replies confirm receipt of late-night inquiries, collect details like event type or headcount, and let the sender know when they’ll receive a reply.
Can we segment messages and track results? +
Yes. Segment by role, event type, or location. Track RSVPs, responses, and attendance to measure event success.
Does this integrate with event management software? +
Textellent integrates with CRMs, ticketing platforms, and event management tools, syncing registrations, communications, and data seamlessly.
What about compliance and opt-in or opt-out? +
Attendees opt in through registration, keywords, or QR codes. Each message includes opt-out instructions, and STOP and HELP requests are processed automatically to stay compliant.
Can we try Textellent for free? +
Yes. Event planners can start with a 14-day free trial to test SMS reminders, campaigns, and event workflows before upgrading.