How can I successfully import a Google calendar into Webflow and have it display events for a client?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To successfully import a Google calendar into Webflow and have it display events for a client, you can follow these steps:

  1. Obtain the calendar embed code from Google Calendar:
  • Go to your Google Calendar account and navigate to the calendar you want to import.
  • In the left-hand menu, click on the three dots next to the calendar's name and select "Settings and sharing."
  • Scroll down to the "Integrate calendar" section and copy the embed code provided.
  1. Add an Embed element to your Webflow project:
  • Open your Webflow project and go to the page where you want to display the calendar.
  • Drag an Embed element from the Add panel on the left-hand side onto your page.
  1. Paste the embed code into the Embed element:
  • Double-click on the Embed element to open the embed settings.
  • Paste the embed code you copied from Google Calendar into the code field.
  1. Adjust the size and position of the Embed element:
  • Use the sizing handles on the Embed element to adjust its size and position on the page. Make sure to leave enough space to accommodate the calendar content.
  1. Publish your Webflow project:
  • Once you're satisfied with the placement of the Embed element and the calendar's appearance, publish your Webflow project.
  1. Test the calendar functionality:
  • Visit the published website and check if the calendar is displaying the events correctly.
  • Verify that the calendar is responsive and works well on different devices.

By following these steps, you will be able to successfully import a Google calendar into Webflow and have it display events for your client.

Additional Tips:

  • You can customize the appearance of the embedded calendar by modifying the CSS of the webpage or using any available options provided by Google Calendar.
  • Ensure that your Google Calendar's sharing settings are configured to allow public access to the calendar and its events.
  • Regularly update the calendar's events in your Google Calendar account to reflect the latest information on your Webflow site.

Q&A

  1. How do I customize the appearance of the imported Google calendar in Webflow?
  2. Can I import multiple Google calendars into Webflow?
  3. What sharing settings should I configure in my Google Calendar to ensure public access to the embedded calendar events in Webflow?