California-focused guidance. This page is designed to make Local Host expectations clear. It is general information, not individualized legal, insurance or medical advice. For an emergency, call 911.
Before publishing
- Use accurate dates, pricing, location, age limits, inclusions and host information.
- Confirm the venue and any required permits or property permission.
- Confirm valid event insurance when required by Local Host or the venue.
- Describe accessibility accurately and respond to reasonable accommodation requests.
Alcohol + regulated activity
- Confirm with the venue and California ABC what license, permit or event authorization is required.
- Do not sell or furnish alcohol to minors.
- Use properly licensed vendors for regulated services when required.
During the event
- Follow venue capacity, fire, safety and lawful operating requirements.
- Keep the event consistent with what attendees purchased or reserved.
- Have a responsible event manager or point of contact when the host cannot manage operations alone.
If plans change
- Update attendees promptly.
- Follow applicable refund obligations and the disclosed cancellation policy.
- Keep Local Host informed when the listing should be paused or changed.
Last reviewed August 30, 2026. Local Host may update this guidance as laws, venue requirements and platform workflows change.