Alberto Gato Otero

<p>VentoCalendar is a powerful yet simple WordPress plugin for creating and managing events. It provides an intuitive interface for adding events with start and end dates, customizable colors, and an interactive calendar view.</p>
<p><strong>Free and privacy-friendly plugin:</strong> No ads, no tracking, no external services required. All your event data stays on your server. Developed with WordPress coding standards and best practices in mind.</p>
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Custom Event Post Type</strong> – Dedicated post type for events with all WordPress features</li>
<li><strong>Date & Time Management</strong> – Easy-to-use datetime picker for start and end dates</li>
<li><strong>Color Coding</strong> – Assign custom colors to events for better visual organization</li>
<li><strong>Interactive Calendar</strong> – Beautiful calendar with selectable view type (monthly calendar or event list), with “Add to my calendar” buttons for Google Calendar and Apple Calendar.</li>
<li><strong>Layout Options</strong> – Choose between basic, compact, or clean layouts to customize the calendar appearance</li>
<li><strong>Gutenberg Blocks</strong> – Two custom blocks for displaying calendars and event information</li>
<li><strong>Shortcodes</strong> – Flexible shortcodes for displaying calendars and event information anywhere</li>
<li><strong>REST API</strong> – Built-in REST API endpoints for custom integrations</li>
<li><strong>Responsive Design</strong> – Fully responsive calendar that works on all devices</li>
<li><strong>Internationalization Ready</strong> – Fully translatable with .pot file included</li>
</ul>
<h4>Gutenberg Blocks</h4>
<ol>
<li><strong>Calendar Block</strong> – Show a monthly calendar view with all your events</li>
<li><strong>Event Info Block</strong> – Display event date and time information using your WordPress date/time formats</li>
</ol>
<h4>Shortcodes</h4>
<ul>
<li><code>[ventocalendar-calendar]</code> – Display full calendar view</li>
<li><code>[ventocalendar-start-date]</code> – Display event start date</li>
<li><code>[ventocalendar-end-date]</code> – Display event end date</li>
<li><code>[ventocalendar-start-time]</code> – Display event start time</li>
<li><code>[ventocalendar-end-time]</code> – Display event end time</li>
</ul>
<p>All shortcodes use the date and time formats configured in Settings <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> General.</p>
<h4>Perfect For</h4>
<ul>
<li>Community organizations</li>
<li>Event venues</li>
<li>Churches and religious organizations</li>
<li>Schools and universities</li>
<li>Business event calendars</li>
<li>Conference websites</li>
<li>Workshop and class schedules</li>
</ul>
<h3>Privacy & Compliance</h3>
<p>VentoCalendar is designed with privacy and WordPress.org guidelines in mind:</p>
<h4>License</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>GPLv2 or later</strong> – This plugin is free software licensed under the GNU General Public License v2 or later</li>
<li>Designed to comply with WordPress.org guidelines</li>
<li>All code is open source and available for review</li>
</ul>
<h4>No Obfuscated Code</h4>
<ul>
<li>All JavaScript, PHP, and CSS code is readable and unminified</li>
<li>No build process or compilation required</li>
<li>All source code is human-readable and editable</li>
<li>No hidden functionality or encrypted code</li>
</ul>
<h4>No External Services Required</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Self-hosted solution</strong> – All functionality runs on your WordPress server</li>
<li>No mandatory third-party services or API keys required</li>
<li>Vue.js library is bundled with the plugin and loaded locally (no CDN).</li>
<li>No external accounts, subscriptions, or paid services needed</li>
</ul>
<h4>No Advertising</h4>
<ul>
<li>The plugin does not display advertisements in the WordPress admin area or on the frontend.</li>
<li>No affiliate links or sponsored content are included.</li>
<li>All features are available without promotional notices or upsells.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Privacy Friendly</h4>
<ul>
<li>The plugin does not collect, track, or transmit user data to external services</li>
<li>No analytics, tracking scripts, or cookies are added by the plugin</li>
<li>Event data is stored locally in the WordPress database and remains under the site owner’s control</li>
<li>The plugin operates entirely within the WordPress environment without external communication</li>
</ul>
<h4>What Data is Stored</h4>
<ul>
<li>Event information (titles, descriptions, dates, colors) – stored in WordPress database</li>
<li>All data remains on your server under your control</li>
<li>No external communication or data sharing</li>
</ul>
<h3>Developer Notes</h3>
<h4>Architecture</h4>
<p>The plugin follows WordPress Plugin Boilerplate architecture with a centralized loader system. All hooks are registered through the main plugin class.</p>
<h4>REST API</h4>
<p><strong>Endpoint:</strong> <code>GET /wp-json/ventocalendar/v1/events</code></p>
<p><strong>Parameters:</strong><br />
* <code>start</code> (optional) – Start date filter (Y-m-d format)<br />
* <code>end</code> (optional) – End date filter (Y-m-d format)</p>
<p><strong>Response:</strong> Array of event objects with id, title, dates, times, color, and permalink.</p>
<h4>File Structure</h4>
<ul>
<li><code>admin/</code> – Admin-specific functionality (PHP, JS, CSS)</li>
<li><code>public/</code> – Public-facing functionality (PHP, JS, CSS)</li>
<li><code>includes/</code> – Core plugin classes</li>
<li><code>includes/blocks/</code> – Gutenberg block classes</li>
<li><code>includes/cpt/</code> – Custom post type definitions</li>
<li><code>languages/</code> – Translation files</li>
</ul>
<h4>Development</h4>
<p>No build process required. All files are unminified and ready for direct editing. The plugin uses standard WordPress enqueue functions for all assets.</p>
<h3>Donations</h3>
<p>This plugin is free. Donations are voluntary support for its development.</p>
<p>If you find VentoCalendar useful, you can support its development here: <a href="https://ko-fi.com/albertogato" rel="nofollow ugc">Donate via Ko-fi</a></p>
<h3>Support</h3>
<p>For support, feature requests, or bug reports, please visit the plugin’s support forum on WordPress.org.</p>
<h3>Credits</h3>
<ul>
<li>Built using <a href="https://github.com/DevinVinson/WordPress-Plugin-Boilerplate" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress Plugin Boilerplate</a></li>
<li>Calendar powered by <a href="https://vuejs.org/" rel="nofollow ugc">Vue.js</a></li>
</ul>


VentoCalendar

A lightweight and intuitive events calendar plugin for WordPress.

Satinder Singh

CoolHappy

Cool Plugins

Events Calendar Addons

<h3>The Events Calendar Countdown Addon</h3>
<p><strong><a href="https://coolplugins.net/product/event-countdown-addon-for-the-events-calendar/?utm_source=tecc_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=plugin_info&utm_content=top_description" rel="nofollow ugc">Event Countdown</a></strong> is an extension for <a href="https://stellarwp.pxf.io/tec" rel="nofollow ugc">The Events Calendar</a> plugin that lets you display an event countdown timer for your upcoming events on any page or post.</p>
<p>Using a simple shortcode, you can show a countdown for a specific event or automatically display the next upcoming event countdown. The shortcode works smoothly inside Gutenberg blocks, Elementor widgets, and the classic editor.</p>
<p>👉 <strong>View Demo: <a href="https://eventscalendaraddons.com/demos/event-countdown/?utm_source=tecc_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=top_description" rel="nofollow ugc">Upcoming Event with Countdown</a></strong></p>
<h4>Why Display Upcoming Event with Countdown Timer?</h4>
<p>A countdown timer creates urgency and increases event visibility. Whether you are promoting webinars, conferences, workshops, meetups, or product launches, an event countdown helps attract more attention and improve engagement.</p>
<h4>Event Countdown Shortcode Generator</h4>
<p>Use the built-in shortcode generator to select a specific event or enable auto-detect for the next upcoming event. The countdown updates automatically without editing the shortcode.</p>
<p>You can also customize background color, size, and other display options to match your website design. Simply copy the generated shortcode and place it anywhere on your site.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Example Shortcode:</strong><br />
[events-calendar-countdown id=”” backgroundcolor=”#2a86f7″ font-color=”#ffffff” show-seconds=”yes” show-image=”no” size=”medium” event-start=”” event-end=”” autostart-next-countdown=”no” autostart-text=”” autostart-future-countdown=”no” future-events-list=”” main-title=””]</li>
</ul>
<h3>More Addons for The Events Calendar</h3>
<p>If you are building an event website and managing events using The Events Calendar plugin, you can extend its functionality further using these professional event addons. These extensions help you display event listings in multiple layouts and improve event visibility, ticket booking and promotion, and overall event management experience on your website.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p><strong><a href="https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/events-shortcodes-pro/?utm_source=tecc_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=more_addons" rel="nofollow ugc">Events Shortcodes for The Events Calendar</a>:</strong><br />
Display events anywhere on your website using shortcodes. Show upcoming events, past events, featured events, or category-based events in list, grid, carousel, slider, masonry, accordion, or timeline layouts. Also includes Gutenberg block support.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong><a href="https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/events-widgets-pro/?utm_source=tecc_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=more_addons" rel="nofollow ugc">Events Widgets for Elementor</a>:</strong><br />
Looking for The Events Calendar widget for Elementor? This addon provides ready-to-use event list, grid, and carousel widgets. Easily customize typography, colors, layout spacing, and event meta details such as date, venue, organizer, and ticket links. Perfect for building modern event management websites.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span class="embed-youtube" style="text-align:center; display: block;"><iframe loading="lazy" class="youtube-player" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2m74nSrEo0g?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent" allowfullscreen="true" style="border:0;" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox"></iframe></span></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p><strong><a href="https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/event-single-page-builder-pro/?utm_source=tecc_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=more_addons" rel="nofollow ugc">Event Single Page Builder for The Events Calendar</a>:</strong><br />
Design fully custom single event pages. Replace the default event template of The Events Calendar with a professionally designed layout including event details, schedule, ticket section, venue map, booking buttons, speakers, sponsors, and call-to-action areas.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong><a href="https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/events-speakers-and-sponsors/?utm_source=tecc_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=more_addons" rel="nofollow ugc">Events Speakers & Sponsors</a>:</strong><br />
Add dedicated speakers and sponsors sections to your event pages with structured layouts. Showcase keynote speakers, guest presenters, partners, and sponsors with profile images, descriptions, and social links to improve credibility and engagement.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong><a href="https://eventscalendaraddons.com/plugin/the-events-calendar-modules-for-divi/?utm_source=tecc_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=more_addons" rel="nofollow ugc">Events Calendar Modules for Divi</a>:</strong><br />
Display The Events Calendar events using custom Divi modules built specifically for Divi Builder pages and layouts. Create event grids and list layouts directly inside the Divi.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<h4>Other Plugins by Cool Plugins</h4>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://cooltimeline.com/plugin/elementor-timeline-widget-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">Timeline Widget for Elementor</a>: Create vertical and horizontal timelines inside Elementor.</li>
<li><a href="https://coolformkit.com" rel="nofollow ugc">Cool FormKit</a>: Extend Elementor forms with advanced fields and features.</li>
<li><a href="https://coolplugins.net/product/autopoly-ai-translation-for-polylang/" rel="nofollow ugc">AutoPoly</a>: Polylang addon to automatically translate WordPress content using AI.</li>
<li><a href="https://locoaddon.com" rel="nofollow ugc">LocoAI</a>: Loco Translate addon to translate WordPress plugins and themes using AI.</li>
<li><a href="https://cryptocurrencyplugins.com/wordpress-plugin/cryptocurrency-widgets-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">Cryptocurrency Widgets</a>: Display live crypto prices, charts, and coin data.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Third-Party Services:</strong> To improve user experience this plugin offers optional usage tracking and optional feedback submission on deactivation. Data is sent only after explicit user consent. No frontend visitor data is collected and no personal data is stored without permission. For more details, please review our <a href="https://my.coolplugins.net/terms/usage-tracking/" rel="nofollow ugc">Data Usage Policy</a>, <a href="https://my.coolplugins.net/terms/" rel="nofollow ugc">TOS</a> and <a href="https://my.coolplugins.net/terms/privacy-policy/" rel="nofollow ugc">Privacy Policy</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong> This addon is developed by Cool Plugins and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the official team of The Events Calendar plugin. Some links in this plugin or its readme may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.</p>
<h4>Special Thanks!</h4>
<p>Special thanks to the famous <strong><a href="https://stellarwp.pxf.io/tec" rel="nofollow ugc">The Events Calendar</a></strong> plugin authors for creating an awesome plugin for events management.</p>


Event Countdown for The Events Calendar

Event countdown timer addon for The Events Calendar plugin to display upcoming event countdowns anywhere using a simple shortcode.

VentoCalendar vs Event Countdown for The Events Calendar