BackYonder

About BackYonder

Local events, off the beaten path.

BackYonder is a grassroots, community-driven map for the events the big platforms overlook like yard sales, farmers markets, backyard shows, festivals, estate sales, and everything in between.

Why we built this

The best stuff happening around you usually isn't on a billboard or a Ticketmaster page. It's a flyer at the coffee shop, a post in a neighborhood Facebook group, or word-of-mouth between friends.

We wanted one place to find it all without ads, without an algorithm deciding what you see, and without a paywall on either end.

Anyone can post an event. Anyone can discover one. That's the whole idea.

Hyper-local

Filter by distance from where you actually are. Find the market two towns over, not three states away.

Community-posted

Events come from organizers and neighbors who spot something worth sharing. No data brokers, no scraped listings.

Free, both ways

Free to browse, free to post. No premium tier hiding the good stuff behind a subscription.

Common questions

Is BackYonder really free?+
Yes — free to browse and free to post. We may add optional features for promoters and organizations down the line, but the core experience stays open.
Who can post an event?+
Anyone with an account. New submissions go through a quick review so the map stays useful and spam-free. Most events are approved the same day.
How do I get my event approved faster?+
Use a clear title, a full street address, at least one photo, and a short description of what to expect. Events with complete details get reviewed quickly and get more views once they're live.
Can I edit my event after posting?+
Yes. From your event page you can update the time, description, photos, or any other detail. Updates go live immediately — no re-review needed.
How do you decide what shows on the map?+
You do. The map shows events that match your filters — distance, date range, category, and whether they're free. No algorithm is boosting anything.
I run a venue or organization. Anything different for me?+
Not yet, but we're working on it. We're building a promoter tier with auto-approval and a few other perks. Reach out if you'd like to be an early one.

Know about something worth sharing?

It takes about two minutes. Help your neighbors find the good stuff.

Add an Event