Geocaching is not just about finding containers — it's also about finding community. One of the best ways to connect with fellow adventurers is through Event Caches. These are official meetups where geocachers come together to share stories, plan trips, swap trackables, and put faces to the usernames we see in logs.
Whether you're brand new to geocaching or a seasoned T5 climber, event caches are a fun, social way to enjoy the game.
🧠What Exactly Is an Event Cache?
An Event Cache is a gathering organized by a geocacher and published on Geocaching.com, where anyone in the community is welcome to join. It might be a casual coffee meet-up, a full-day hiking trip, or even a themed celebration like a "CITO" (Cache In Trash Out) or holiday gathering.
🗓️ Events are posted with a specific date, time, and location.
📍 Attending the event and signing the log earns you a smiley — just like a regular cache!
Types of Event Caches
There are several variations of event caches, each with its own twist:
🎉 Regular Event
Hosted by any player.
Usually small or medium-sized local meetups.
Great for beginners!
🌍 Mega-Event
500+ expected attendees.
Often includes vendors, lectures, games, and rare caches nearby.
Example: GeoWoodstock
🌎 Giga-Event
5,000+ expected attendees.
The biggest parties in geocaching!
Often held in Europe.
🌱 CITO Event (Cache In, Trash Out)
Combines socializing with environmental cleanup.
You might plant trees, collect litter, or restore trails.
🧡 Why Attend a Geocaching Event?
Meet people behind the usernames.
Learn new tricks and cache types from experienced cachers.
Trade trackables and geocoins in person.
Discover hidden gem caches nearby through recommendations.
Join group adventures or solve mysteries together.
Even if you’re shy or new, events are welcoming. Most of us started out nervous, and now we can't get enough of them!
đź“· What Happens at an Event?
Here’s what you might see at a typical event:
People greeting each other with GPS devices and caching names
A logbook (sometimes a physical object like a large coin, log sheet, or custom art)
Creative trackable collections on display
Group photos, caching trips, and lots of laughter
Some events even feature custom-made geocoins or "event caches" hidden nearby just for the day!
đź”– How to Find and Log an Event Cache
Search the map on Geocaching.com and filter by “Event.”
Check the date and location to see if it works for you.
Log a “Will Attend” to show interest and receive announcements.
Go to the event and say hello!
Sign the log and then log an “Attended” log online after the event.
✨ Bonus Tip: Host Your Own!
Anyone can host an event — just follow the guidelines. It’s easier than you think, and incredibly rewarding.
đź“Ś Final Thoughts
Event caches remind us that geocaching isn’t just about coordinates — it’s about connection. Whether you're logging your first event or your fiftieth, each meetup brings new stories, friends, and laughs.
So check the calendar, bring a trackable, and don’t forget to say hi. You might just leave with new caching buddies… or an invite to your next adventure!
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