WordPress calendar import and migration
Bring your events to Sugar Calendar in minutes
Import events from Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, The Events Calendar, or any ICS feed. Your existing events transfer smoothly so you can start using Sugar Calendar right away.
Import and migration features
Smooth migration from any calendar
Import tools that preserve your event data and get you started fast.
One-click migration from The Events Calendar
Switching from The Events Calendar? Migrate all your events, categories, and venues with a single click. Everything transfers over so you can pick up right where you left off.
Import from any ICS calendar feed
Connect to Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, or any calendar with an ICS URL. Paste the feed link and import your events.
Easy calendar backup
Back up your events or move them between sites using JSON export. Import previously exported events to restore or duplicate your calendar.
Preserve all event details
Your event titles, descriptions, dates, venues, categories, and custom data all transfer intact. Nothing gets lost in the migration process.
Handle recurring events properly
Recurring events from The Events Calendar maintain their repeat patterns. Complex schedules and series transfer without breaking.
Simple step-by-step process
Clear instructions guide you through every import. No technical knowledge required, just follow the prompts and your events transfer smoothly.
WordPress calendar import for everyone
- Event organizers switching platforms
- Agencies managing client sites
- Organizations consolidating calendars
- Teams migrating from other plugins
- Businesses backing up event data
- Multi-site administrators
- Developers building new sites
- Event planners changing platforms
- Communities merging calendars
- Organizations rebranding websites
- Venues updating their systems
- Anyone switching to WordPress
Make the switch to Sugar Calendar
Switch platforms without losing data
Worried about losing years of event data? Our migration tools preserve everything from your previous calendar. Your events, venues, categories, and details all transfer safely to Sugar Calendar.
Save hours of manual data entry
Instead of recreating hundreds of events by hand, let our import tools do the work. What would take days of copying and pasting happens in minutes with automated migration.
Connect external calendars easily
Already managing events in Google Calendar or Outlook? Import them directly into Sugar Calendar using ICS feeds. Keep your events synced across platforms without duplicate work.
Back up your calendar with confidence
Export your entire event calendar to JSON files for safekeeping. Whether you’re backing up before updates or moving between sites, you always have a complete copy of your calendar data.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you have a question about Sugar Calendar import and migration? See the list below for our most frequently asked questions.
If your question is not listed here, then please contact us.
How do I migrate from The Events Calendar plugin?
Sugar Calendar includes a one-click migration tool for The Events Calendar. Simply go to Sugar Calendar settings, select the migration tab, and click the button to start. All your events, categories, venues, and tags will transfer automatically.
Can I import events from Google Calendar?
Yes. You can import events from Google Calendar using an ICS feed URL. Get your calendar’s ICS link from Google Calendar settings, then paste it into Sugar Calendar’s import tool. Your events will sync automatically.
What calendar platforms can I import from?
Sugar Calendar can import from any calendar that provides an ICS feed URL. This includes Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, and most other popular calendar platforms. We also have a dedicated one-click migration tool for The Events Calendar WordPress plugin.
Will my recurring events transfer correctly?
Yes. When migrating from The Events Calendar, recurring events maintain their repeat patterns and schedules. Complex recurring patterns like ‘first Monday of each month’ transfer intact without breaking.
Can I export my events for backup?
Absolutely. Sugar Calendar lets you export your complete event calendar to a JSON file. This creates a full backup of all your events, categories, and settings that you can download and store safely.
Will I lose any data during migration?
No. Our migration tools are designed to preserve all your event data including titles, descriptions, dates, times, venues, categories, and custom fields. We recommend keeping your old plugin active until you’ve verified everything transferred correctly.
How long does migration take?
Most migrations complete in just a few minutes, depending on how many events you’re transferring. The one-click migration from The Events Calendar typically processes hundreds of events in under 5 minutes.
Is import and migration included in the free version?
JSON import and export is available in Sugar Calendar Lite. ICS feed imports and The Events Calendar migration tool are premium features available with Sugar Calendar Pro and Elite licenses.
