Icons for running live events

Running an event is not only about the performers — it is also about guiding the audience. From timetables and venue maps to reception and drink info, icons get you closer to signage that works without being read. Let us go part by part.

Timetable

With several acts, set order and stage need to be obvious. Adding band & parts or genre & culture icons hints at each act's vibe, helping people find who they came for.

Venue map and flow

Stage, merch, restrooms, smoking area, reception — marking each point with an icon makes a map far clearer than text. The stage & lighting category covers venue equipment well.

Reception, drinks and merch

Icons help with drink-exchange, ticket check-in and merch-location signage too. For outdoor festivals with food, festival food icons make menus and stall maps fun to read.

Admin behind the scenes

For contracts, guest lists and staff passes, the business & admin icons help organize otherwise dry documents and forms.

Tips for keeping it readable

• Match the style and color across all icons
• Use "icon + short label" like pictograms
• For dim areas, adjust the color for visibility

For sound diagrams, see PA & live sound. Everything is free for commercial use and works in print as-is.