Having Facebook events automatically synced to your calendar can be super convenient. It allows you to easily see all your upcoming events in one place and helps avoid double-booking or forgetting about events you’ve RSVPed to on Facebook.
There are a few different ways to go about getting Facebook events into your calendar. The method you choose will depend on the type of calendar you use and what device(s) you want to sync to.
Syncing Facebook Events to iCal/Mac Calendar
For Mac users who use the built-in Calendar app, the easiest way to get Facebook events into your calendar is to connect Facebook to your iCloud account and sync them to the iCal calendar.
Here are the steps:
- Open System Preferences and go to Internet Accounts.
- Click the + button at the bottom left and select Facebook from the dropdown menu.
- Enter your Facebook login info and click Sign In.
- Make sure the Calendar box is checked under Facebook Account Info.
- Open the Calendar app and under the File menu, choose Refresh Calendars.
Once you complete these steps, your Facebook Events calendar will start syncing automatically to your Mac’s Calendar app. Any new Facebook events will be added, ongoing events updated, and expired events removed from your calendar automatically.
Setting Up Ongoing Syncing on iPhone/iPad
To sync Facebook events to the calendar on your iPhone or iPad (with iOS 10 or later):
- Go into the Settings app.
- Tap on Passwords & Accounts.
- Tap Add Account.
- Select Facebook from the list.
- Enter your Facebook login credentials and tap Log In.
- Turn the Calendar switch on. This links your Facebook events to the Calendar app.
Once enabled, your iPhone/iPad calendar will remain continuously synced with your Facebook events. You can also opt to receive notifications about upcoming Facebook events as part of your regular iOS notification alerts.
Syncing Facebook Events to Google Calendar
If you use Google Calendar on the desktop, your phone, or the Google Calendar mobile apps, you can easily get your Facebook events to show up there as well.
Here’s how to link Facebook events to Google Calendar:
- Open Google Calendar on your desktop or mobile device.
- In the left sidebar, find Other Calendars and click the downward arrow icon.
- Select Add by URL.
- Enter the following URL:
https://www.facebook.com/ical/b.php?uid=YOUR_FACEBOOK_ID_NUMBER
(Replace YOUR_FACEBOOK_ID_NUMBER with your actual Facebook ID number) - Click Add Calendar.
Your Facebook events will now automatically sync to your Google Calendar. One thing to keep in mind is that while additions and changes to events will automatically update, any cancelled Facebook events will need to be manually removed from Google Calendar.
Syncing Recurring Events
One limitation with the Facebook to Google Calendar integration is that it does not automatically sync recurring events. Any events you have set to repeat on a regular basis (weekly, monthly, yearly, etc) will need to be manually added to Google Calendar.
To do this:
- Go to your Facebook Events page.
- Click on the recurring event.
- Copy the event details.
- Paste the details into a new event on Google Calendar.
- Make sure to enable the same recurrence setting as the Facebook event.
Once added, these recurring events will show up as normal on Google Calendar alongside your other Facebook events.
Syncing Facebook Events to Outlook Calendar
If you are an Outlook user, you can connect your Facebook account to Outlook on Windows or Mac to integrate your Facebook events.
Set Up Facebook Syncing on Outlook for Windows
For Outlook on Windows:
- Open Outlook and go to File > Info > Manage Profiles.
- Select Add Services and choose Facebook from the list.
- Enter your Facebook credentials when prompted.
- A Facebook calendar will now show up in Outlook with your Facebook events.
Set Up Facebook Syncing on Outlook for Mac
On Outlook for Mac:
- Go to Outlook > Preferences > Calendar.
- Select Add Account.
- Choose Facebook and sign in to your account.
- Make sure the Calendar option is enabled.
- Click Add Account.
- Your Facebook events will now start syncing automatically.
Syncing Facebook Events to Yahoo Calendar
If you use Yahoo Calendar, here are steps to sync your Facebook events:
- Log in to your Yahoo account.
- Go to Calendar. Click on the gear icon and choose Add Calendar.
- Select Subscribe to Calendar from the options.
- Enter this URL:
https://www.facebook.com/ical/b.php?uid=YOUR_FACEBOOK_ID_NUMBER
(Replace YOUR_FACEBOOK_ID_NUMBER with your actual Facebook ID number) - Click Add Calendar.
Your Facebook events will now show up automatically on your Yahoo calendar. Just take note that cancelled events will need to be manually removed.
Syncing Facebook Events to Other Calendars
If you use a calendar service not mentioned above, check to see if they support syncing by URL or iCal integration. Most modern online calendar platforms allow adding calendars using an ICS file or link.
The Facebook iCal feed URL typically used is:
https://www.facebook.com/ical/b.php?uid=YOUR_FACEBOOK_ID_NUMBER
Just remember to replace YOUR_FACEBOOK_ID_NUMBER with your actual Facebook ID number, which you can find by going to your Facebook profile. Entering this URL into calendar apps like Outlook, Yahoo, and others will generally enable syncing of your Facebook events to that calendar.
Using Third-Party Apps to Sync Facebook Events
There are also a number of third-party apps and browser extensions that can facilitate syncing Facebook events to your calendar of choice. Some popular options include:
| App/Extension | Platform(s) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| FBEvents for Chrome/Firefox | Chrome Extension, Firefox Add-on | Syncs Facebook events to Google, iCloud, Outlook, Yahoo, and other calendars |
| InstaCal for iOS | iPhone, iPad | Syncs Facebook events to your iOS Calendar |
| CaltoFacebook for Android | Android | Syncs Android Calendar to Facebook Events |
The benefit of using a dedicated sync app is that they will usually provide options for two-way syncing. This allows adding or changing events from either your calendar or Facebook and having the changes reflected on both sides automatically.
Troubleshooting Facebook Event Syncing Issues
In some cases, you may run into problems getting your Facebook events to properly sync over to your calendar. Here are some troubleshooting tips for common Facebook event syncing issues:
Events Not Syncing Automatically
If newly added Facebook events aren’t appearing in your synced calendar, try the following:
- Make sure syncing is successfully enabled between Facebook and your calendar service. Re-check the steps outlined above.
- Log out and log back into Facebook on your device or calendar service to refresh the integration.
- Double check that the correct Facebook account is linked if you have multiple accounts.
- Manually refresh your calendars to trigger a sync update.
Some But Not All Events Syncing
If some of your Facebook events sync over but others don’t, possible reasons may include:
- Private events marked as “Only Me” won’t sync.
- Very old events may not get picked up retroactively.
- Deleted Facebook events won’t always automatically delete from calendars.
- As mentioned above, recurring events may need manual syncing.
Duplicate Copies of Events
Getting duplicate calendar entries for the same Facebook event is usually fixed by:
- Ensuring you have only one Facebook account linked for syncing.
- Removing and re-adding the Facebook integration.
- Manually deleting excess duplicate events.
Error Messages About Invalid Calendar URL
If you get errors related to an invalid URL when trying to sync by URL, make sure:
- The full iCal feed URL is entered correctly.
- You’ve replaced YOUR_FACEBOOK_ID_NUMBER with your actual Facebook ID number.
- There are no extra spaces or characters in the URL.
Syncing Stops Working On Its Own
If Facebook event syncing spontaneously stops working, it could be because:
- You changed your Facebook password – reauthenticate the connection.
- You deactivated your Facebook account – reactive it or use a different account.
- There are API issues between Facebook and the calendar service – try reconnecting them.
Conclusion
Synchronizing your Facebook events with your calendar ensures you have all your upcoming plans, meetings, and fun social outings in one centralized place for easy reference. Whether you use Mac Calendar, Google Calendar, Outlook, Yahoo, iPhone, iPad, Android, or any other modern calendar app, you should be able to set up some form of integration with your Facebook event feed.
The most straightforward options involve linking your Facebook account directly to your calendar service via their connected accounts or subscriptions features. Third-party apps provide even more robust two-way syncing capabilities. While the setup steps vary across platforms and apps, the process is fairly quick and intuitive once you know the basics.
With Facebook events populated on your calendar, you’ll never again forget about an upcoming birthday party, concert with friends, professional networking event, or any other special occasion planned through Facebook. Having your calendar and Facebook events seamlessly in sync makes coordinating your life that much easier!