Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate retreat, birthday party, or conference — a timeline keeps everything running on schedule. Here's how to create one in under 5 minutes using EventRundown.

Method 1: AI Generation (Fastest)

1. Go to Describe — Open the AI timeline generator.
2. Describe your event — Type something like: "Wedding ceremony at 4pm, 150 guests, outdoor venue, cocktail hour, dinner reception, dancing until 10pm"
3. Hit Generate — AI creates a complete timeline with realistic time blocks, descriptions, and categories.
4. Edit and customize — Adjust times, add or remove items, change the theme.
5. Download or share — Export as a beautiful image, PDF, or share a link.

Method 2: Start from a Template

1. Browse templates — Choose from 65+ free templates across wedding, corporate, party, cultural, and travel categories.
2. Click "Use This Template" — It loads directly into the editor with pre-filled timeline items.
3. Customize — Change times, event names, descriptions to match your event.
4. Choose a theme — Pick from 14 visual themes (Linen Coast, Velvet Opera, Sage Garden, Tuscan Villa, etc.)
5. Export — Download as PNG, PDF, or share a link.

Method 3: Build from Scratch

1. Open the editor — Start with a blank timeline.
2. Add items — Click "Add Event" to add timeline items with time, name, and description.
3. Import from CSV — Already have a spreadsheet? Import your CSV file directly.
4. Organize — Items auto-sort by time. Add categories for visual grouping.
5. Export — Download, share, or print.

Free vs. Paid Features

Free accounts include standard resolution and a small watermark. A Single Event purchase unlocks Ultra HD export, watermark removal, premium fonts, planner notes, 1 vendor, and 1 venue. Pro adds custom logo, custom colors, branded PDF, unlimited timelines, venue management, and more.

Not sure? Try Pro free for 14 days on the annual plan. Or browse our free templates for a head start on weddings, parties, and corporate events.