Add The Events Calendar shortcode or Gutenberg block to show upcoming events list with event details on any WordPress page using smart event filters.
As of April 2026, Events Shortcodes For The Events Calendar is a WordPress Event plugin with 10K+ active installations and a 4.9/5 rating from 210 reviews. It has been downloaded 572K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 5.0+ and PHP 7.2+. Available on WordPress.org since 2017. Actively maintained — updated within the last month. Downloads are down 16% this week. Top alternative: The Events Calendar.
Events Shortcodes extends the functionality of The Events Calendar plugin by adding shortcode and Gutenberg block support for displaying events anywhere on your website. This events calendar extension allows you to insert event listings into pages, posts, landing pages, or custom sections using simple shortcode attributes or the integrated block editor interface.
If you are looking for The Events Calendar shortcode, this addon provides a simple and flexible solution. It helps you present events created with The Events Calendar plugin in multiple layouts including list view, timeline format, and minimal list styles that help visitors quickly understand event schedules and details. For users who need more advanced options, the Pro version adds additional layouts such as grid displays, carou…
Very fast and helpful support. The translation issue was resolved quickly, competently, and without complications. I am very satisfied with the plugin and the service. Highly recommended!
Stephan 🙂
Easy to use, has just the functionality I was missing! Big thank you to developers for creating this
Makes shortcodes so much easier to display. I’ve had to contact support in the past for a plugin, but Vishali with Cool Plugins went above and beyond to help me out with my issues. I highly suggest using their products.
I used it several years ago. Now I needed it again for a client. The best thing: It’s already block based with lot’s of customization. Great job, thanks! (It would be perfect to be able to select custom fonts that are being added through Kadence Custom Fonts plugin)
Good way to show events i different way for exampe in the front page
| WordPress | 5.0+ requiredTested up to 6.9.4 |
| PHP | 7.2+ required |
| Dependencies | the-events-calendar |
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