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Session Canvas vs Showdates
Both stand on event scheduling software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hostedWeb
Session Canvas covers conference submissions through event publishing, with tools for organizers, reviewers, and speakers. It is free and MIT licensed, with hosting on the organizer’s own Supabase project.
Visit Session Canvas Free plan iPhone
Choose Showdates if you want a free way to explore stage shows at neighbourhood venues in Victoria and compare dates. Look elsewhere if you need listings beyond Victoria or want to book outside a theatre box office.
Visit ShowdatesThe facts
| Session Canvas | Showdates | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | sessioncanvas.dev | dreamwalk.com.au |
| On event scheduling software | #16 of 34 | #20 of 34 |
Session Canvas: what it does well
- MIT licensed and open source
- Supports track-based reviewer routing and optional blind review
- Agendas flag potential time, room, and speaker conflicts
- Speakers can manage tasks through magic links
- Publishes widgets, a JSON feed, and whole-event iCal
What to know first
- Requires self-hosting on the organizer’s own Supabase project
- Airtable synchronization is off by default
Showdates: what it does well
- Search for theatres near you in Victoria.
- Browse shows across alternative dates and venues.
- Listings include YouTube video clips and reviews.
- Share shows through Facebook and Twitter.
- The app is free and has an iPhone download link.
What to know first
- Focused on performing arts spaces in Victoria.
- Booking goes through the theatre box office.
- The maker’s download link is for iPhone.
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