=== Events Shortcodes For The Events Calendar ===
Contributors: narinder-singh, satindersingh, coolplugins
Donate link: https://paypal.me/CoolPlugins/50USD/
Tags: events list,events calendar,event,the events calendar,calendar
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8.1
Requires PHP: 7.2
Stable tag: 2.4.8
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
Showcase your The Events Calendar events anywhere on your website using an advanced shortcode.
== Description ==
[Events Shortcodes](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/events-shortcodes-pro/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=top_description) is an addon for **The Events Calendar** plugin that adds the missing **shortcode** functionality to The Events Calendar plugin. With this plugin, you can easily **display your events** on any page or post.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uL3ToWGncbM
Whether you want to display your events in a **list, grid, timeline, or minimal list layout** , this plugin makes it simple by adding a shortcode. It’s a time-saving tool that allows you to **highlight key events** in a visually appealing way without needing advanced coding skills.
[Check Plugin Demos](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/demos/events-shortcodes-pro/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=check_demos) | [**Get Pro**](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/events-shortcodes-pro/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=events_shortcode_pro#pricing)
**Free Version Demos**
[Events List](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/demos/events-shortcodes-pro/events-list/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=events_list)
[Events Timeline](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/demos/events-shortcodes-pro/events-timeline/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=events_timeline)
[Events Minimal List](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/demos/events-shortcodes-pro/events-minimal-list/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=minimal_list)
**Pro Version Demos**
[Events Grid](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/demos/events-shortcodes-pro/events-grid/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=events_grid)
[Events Carousel ](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/demos/events-shortcodes-pro/events-carousel/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=events_carousel)
[Events Slider](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/demos/events-shortcodes-pro/events-slider/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=events_slider)
### Key Features
* **Shortcode Friendly:** Easily generate and customize shortcodes with different parameters. Just copy, paste, and display events anywhere on your site.
* **Shortcode:**
[events-calendar-templates category="all" template="default" style="style-1" date_format="default" start_date="" end_date="" limit="10" order="ASC" hide-venue="no" time="future" socialshare="no"]
* **Multiple Layouts:** The events shortcode plugin offers a variety of layouts, such as List, Minimal, or Timeline layouts. You can select one according to your website’s design.
* **Pre-defined Styles:** You can choose a predefined style for the selected layout according to your preferences.
* **Date Formats:** Easily customize how dates are displayed by choosing from various formats. Whatever format you prefer, it will automatically be applied to the shortcode.
* **Event Type:** Choose how you want your events to be displayed. Show upcoming events to highlight future opportunities, past events to showcase your achievements, or both for a complete overview.
* **Order & Sorting:** You can sort events in ascending or descending order based on their dates to display the oldest or newest events.
* **Number of Events:** Set a limit for how many events you want to display.
* **Filter Events:** Use filters to display particular events by category.
* **Date-Based Event:** Easily show events between specific dates. This means you can choose to showcase events between any dates, whether a particular week, month, or custom time period.
* **Compatibility with Elementor:** Events Shortcode easily integrates with _Elementor_, allowing you to display your events effortlessly. You can add and customize events on your pages without any complex coding.
* **Fully Responsive:** This plugin is fully responsive, ensuring that your events display perfectly on all screen sizes.
### Upgrade to Pro Features
* **Filter events:** Easily filter events by category, venue, or organizer.
* **Search & filter bar:** Add a search and filter bar for improved navigation.
* **Advanced layouts:** Access layouts such as Grid, Timeline, Carousel, Masonry, Accordion, and Calendar.
[**Upgrade to Pro**](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/events-shortcodes-pro/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=events_shortcode_pro#pricing)
### More Addons For The Events Calendar
In addition to the **Events Shortcodes** plugin, there are more addons available to extend the features of The Events Calendar plugin:
* [**Events Single Page Builder Pro**](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/event-single-page-builder-pro/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=epta_more_addons) - Design stunning single event pages with Elementor using pre-built templates and 20+ customizable widgets.
* [**Events Widgets Pro**](https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/events-widgets-pro/?utm_source=ect_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=ectbe_more_addons)- Show events list, grid, carousel, and more in Elementor pages using **The Events Calendar Elementor Widgets.**
* [**Events Calendar Modules for Divi**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/events-calendar-modules-for-divi/) - Display The Events Calendar Events directly inside Divi with Customizable List or Grid Layouts.
> **DISCLAIMER:** Events Shortcode For The Events Calendar plugin is developed by the **Cool Plugins** team and is not affiliated with or developed by the official team of **The Events Calendar** plugin, which is a part of **StellarWP**, the software arm of **Liquid Web**. Some of the links in this content may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you if you purchase through these links.
== Installation ==
1. Install the **Events Shortcode For The Events Calendar** plugin by searching for "events shortcodes" in your website's WP-admin dashboard under Plugins > Add New. You can also upload the plugin-zip unzipped folder to the /wp-content/plugins directory. Note that you must first install the free plugin **The Events Calendar** to use this plugin's features.
2. Activate the plugin by going to Plugins > Installed Plugins menu inside your wp-admin dashboard.
3. Now, you can easily add the shortcode anywhere on your site and customize the display of your events.
> Note that you must create/post events using the **The Events Calendar** plugin before displaying your events list through this addon shortcode.
== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= Can I customize the appearance of the events displayed? =
Yes. You can:
- Choose from multiple layouts (List, Timeline, Minimal)
- Select predefined styles
- Adjust date formats, event order, and number of events
- Filter by categories or date range
= What kind of layouts are available in free version? =
You can display events in:
- List layout
- Minimal layout
- Timeline layout
These layouts are mobile-friendly and designed to match your website's style.
= Can I filter and sort the events? =
Yes. You can:
- Filter events by category or date range
- Display past, upcoming, or all events
- Sort by date using ASC (oldest first) or DESC (newest first)
= What is a plugin shortcode? =
You can display events using this shortcode:
[events-calendar-templates category="all" template="default" style="style-1" date_format="default" start_date="" end_date="" limit="10" order="ASC" hide-venue="no" time="future" socialshare="no"]
This shortcode supports multiple parameters to control layout, styling, filtering, and sorting.
= What is the Events Shortcodes plugin? =
Events Shortcodes is an addon for The Events Calendar plugin. It adds shortcode support so you can display events in different layouts on any WordPress page or post.
= Can I use this inside Gutenberg editor? =
Yes, this addon is fully compatible with Gutenberg editors. Simply search for the “Events Calendar Shortcode” block and insert it into your content.
= Will this plugin comply with GDPR? =
Yes, this plugin is GDPR compliant. It doesn’t store or track any visitor data without consent. On plugin deactivation, a feedback form is shown, but it’s optional and does not collect personal data unless the user shares it.
= Is this plugin mobile-friendly? =
Absolutely. The plugin is fully responsive and optimized for all screen sizes, including tablets and smartphones.
= How can I report security bugs? =
You can report security bugs through the Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program. The Patchstack team help validate, triage and handle any security vulnerabilities [Report a security vulnerability](https://patchstack.com/database/vdp/template-events-calendar).
== Screenshots ==
1. Events List Template Style 1
2. Events Minimal List Styles
3. Events List Template Style 2
4. Events List Template Style 3
5. Events Shortcodes Settings Panel
6. The Events Calendar Shortcode Generator
7. The Events Calendar Gutenberg Block
8. Elementor Page Builder Widget Preview
== Changelog ==
= Version 2.4.8 | June 24, 2025 =
* Updated: UTM Link.
* Updated: Readme.
= Version 2.4.7 | June 10, 2025 =
* Added: User opt-in option in plugin.
* Improved: Minor code improvements.
* Tested The Events Calendar V6.13.2.1.
= Version 2.4.6 | April 18, 2025 =
* Fixed: Settings Issue.
= Version 2.4.5 | April 17, 2025 =
* Tested Upto: Tested upto with WordPress V6.8 and The Events Calendar V6.11.2.
= Version 2.4.4 | November 22, 2024 =
* Added: Events Shortcode Gutenberg Block.
* Fixed: Resolved an issue with the load\_plugin\_textdomain() function, ensuring correct localization.
* Tested Upto: Tested upto with WordPress V6.7 and The Events Calendar V6.8.2.
= Version 2.4.3 | September 18, 2024 =
* Tested Upto: Tested upto with WordPress V6.6.2 and The Events Calendar V6.6.4.2
* Fixed: Minor Security Issues.
= Version 2.4.2 | July 23, 2024 =
* Tested Upto: Tested upto with WordPress V6.6 and The Events Calendar V6.6.0
= Version 2.4.1 | May 07, 2024 =
* Added: Get started page to know how to use our plugin.
* Fixed: Image link in list style 2 and 3.
* Fixed: Category slug issue while showing events for particular category in WPBakery Page Builder.
* Updated: Shortcode attributes under plugin settings.
= Version 2.4.0 | January 31, 2024 =
* Improvements: Designs HTML and CSS
* Improvements: New Default value for style settings
= Version 2.3.3 | Nov 07, 2023 =
* Fixed: Wrong string output on frontend.
= Version 2.3.2 | Nov 06, 2023 =
* Fixed: Minor Vulnerability Fix.
* Fixed: Fatal error issue with serch element in Avada Theme.
* Depreciated: Shortcode Generator.
= Version 2.3.1 | Mar 29, 2023 =
* Improved: Minor textual changes.
* Improved: Updated links.
* Improved: Dashboard Code.
* Improved: Feedback Form.
= Version 2.2.6 | Mar 02, 2023 =
* Improved: Minor textual changes.
* Improved: Updated links.
= Version 2.2.5 | Dec 05, 2022 =
* Added: Update Find Out More Settings.
* Fixed: Time function parameter issue.
= Version 2.2.4 | Oct 20, 2022 =
* Added: Google Fonts enable/disable settings.
= Version 2.2.3 | Sep 23, 2022 =
* Fixed: Title issue with Divi theme.
* Fixed: Event status issue after event calendar update.
* Fixed: Google font issue.
= Version 2.2.2 | Sep 23, 2022 =
* Fixed: Translation issue.
* Fixed: Google font issue.
= Version 2.2.1 | Apr 14, 2022 =
* Fixed: Minor issue.
= Version 2.2 | Apr 08, 2022 =
* Fixed: Security issues.
* Improvements: Improved overall code.
= Version 2.1 | Apr 07, 2022 =
* Fixed: Security issues.
* Updated: Codestar Framework.
* Improved: Overall code improvements.
= Version 2.0 | Apr 05, 2022 =
* Fixed: Major security issues.
* Improved: Overall code improvements.
= Version 1.9.2 | Oct 21, 2021 =
* Compatibility: Compatibility with PHP version 8.
* Improvements: Code improved.
* Fixed: Missing shortcode generator fields.
= Version 1.9.1 | Sep 29, 2021 =
* Fixed: Minor bug fixes.
* Improved: Renamed settings framework.
= Version 1.9 | Sep 27, 2021 =
* Added: Integrated new Events Shortcode generator.
* Improved: Minor code improvements.
* Removed: Tinymce shortcode generator.
= Version 1.8.2 | Sep 16, 2021 =
* Fixed: Tiny color issue with php 5.6 version.
* Compatible: Compatible plugin with 5.6 version of PHP.
* Improvements: Improved folder structure.
= Version 1.8.1 | Sep 13, 2021 =
* Fixed: Minor typography migration bug.
= Version 1.8 | Sep 03, 2021 =
* Added: Integrated new settings panel (Codestar).
* Removed: Titan Framework settings panel.
* Fixed: Major security issues.
* Added: Optimized all layouts styles and created different filters.
* Removed: All unused CSS and add layout based loading checks.
* Improved: Improved overall code.
* Improved: Managed shortcode and styles in different filters.
* Improved: Review box and admin notices.
* Improved: Folder structure.
* Improved: Minified CSS and JS.
* Improved: Overall code.
= Version 1.7.2 | Aug 25, 2021 =
* Fixed: Major security issue with settings panel (Titan Framework).
* Removed: Removed typography preview settings.
* Improved: Code improvements.
= Version 1.7.1 | March 9, 2021 =
* Added: New Events addon for Elementor notice.
* Fixed: Minor localize script issue.
= Version 1.7 | JAN 6, 2021 =
* Added: Integrated minimal layouts.
* Added: Added 3 styles in minimal layouts.
* Tweak: Shortcode generator and Gutenberg shortcode block.
= Version 1.6.1 | OCT 30, 2020 =
* Added: Implemented some checks.
* Fixed: Conflict with Gravity form.
= Version 1.6 | OCT 23, 2020 =
* Added: Events Addons Dashboard.
* Updated: Moved plugin settings menu under - Events Addons >> Shortcodes & Template >> Common Settings.
**More:- check changelog.txt file inside plugin folder.**
== Upgrade Notice ==
= 2.2.1 =
Minor Issue