Upgrading Finsweet Filtering for Dynamic Event Management
Overview
Client
Jakob
Year
2025
Key Services
Filter Integration (Finsweet v2), Custom Filter Logic, CMS Structuring, Webflow
Platform
Webflow
Magic Dates is a Germany-based platform for discovering and booking curated events for couples and singles. As the site scaled, its existing filtering system—built using Finsweet’s v1 attributes—was limiting the platform’s flexibility in managing an expanding range of events. Magic Dates approached Sfera Studio to modernize their CMS filtering logic and streamline the event discovery experience for their users.
Problems we solve
The turning point came when the Magic Dates team wanted to launch a series of thematic events with unique filters per event type. The original filtering setup in Finsweet v1 wasn’t equipped to handle dynamic, CMS-driven custom filters. Rather than hardcoding new filters for every variation, they needed a more scalable, data-driven solution that would empower the team to manage filters directly from the CMS.
The Process
Our first task was migrating the existing Finsweet filtering system from v1 to v2—unlocking more robust capabilities and performance improvements. We then engineered a custom filter logic that pulls filtering options dynamically from CMS fields. This meant that with the right structure, every event could now generate its own tailored filtering system without additional development work. The result was a flexible solution powered entirely by CMS content and easily extendable for future campaigns or event types.
The Outcome
Magic Dates now runs on a fully upgraded filtering system, seamlessly integrated into the Webflow frontend. Custom filters update dynamically based on event data—allowing the team to spin up new, complex filtering experiences without touching code. Users enjoy a more intuitive and responsive browsing experience when searching for events that match their interests.
The Impact
A smoother event discovery process, faster load times, and reduced dependency on developers for future filter changes. Magic Dates is now better equipped to scale its event offerings with zero technical bottlenecks.
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