Posting competitions are a classic way to boost activity and engagement, but they’re not the only option out there. From the more creative challenges such as design contests to community-wide celebrations, there are so many ways to keep your forum lively and fun. So, what kind of events do you enjoy hosting or participating in?

 

Do you love trivia nights, where members can show off their niche knowledge? Or maybe photo contests, where everyone shares their best snapshots? How about collaborative projects, like creating a community story or resource?

 

Have you tried something unusual that turned out to be a huge hit?

I love events that get people interacting in creative ways! Posting competitions are fun, but I think activities that encourage actual collaboration and personality make a bigger impact. I really like themed photo contests or creative challenges—things like "show us your workspace," "share your best makeup look," (it goes with my forum theme) or even something silly like a meme contest. It gives people a chance to express themselves beyond just regular discussions.

 

Collaborative projects are also a great way to bring a community together. I’ve seen things like community-built guides or story threads where each person adds to the plot, and those can be so fun when people really get into it!