Google Calendar
Unclaimed verified 15 sept 2026TL;DR
Google Calendar is a ubiquitous time-management tool that enables users to schedule events, set reminders, and manage tasks across devices. It is designed for both individual users and large organizations, with its primary differentiator being its native, seamless integration with the Google Workspace ecosystem and Gmail.
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Our Take
Google Calendar remains the market leader in the scheduling space, functioning as the backbone for productivity in both professional and personal contexts. Its position is solidified by its 'zero-friction' experience for Android and Workspace users, where events like flights or restaurant reservations are automatically synced from email. While it offers robust shared calendar features that are essential for team coordination, it occasionally lacks the deep project-management granularity found in specialized tools like Notion or Monday.com. For the vast majority of users, its simplicity and reliability outweigh the lack of advanced visual customization. It is best suited for teams that rely on Google Meet and Gmail, providing a centralized hub that requires almost no learning curve for new users.
Alternatives
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Pros
- + Native integration with Google Workspace apps like Gmail, Meet, and Drive.
- + Reliable real-time synchronization across web, iOS, and Android platforms.
- + Intuitive sharing permissions that simplify team scheduling and resource management.
- + Automated event creation from emails and smart suggestions for invitees and locations.
- + Robust notification system with customizable desktop and mobile alerts.
Cons
- - Interface can become cluttered and overwhelming when managing multiple shared calendars.
- - Limited advanced features for complex project scheduling compared to dedicated PM tools.
- - Offline functionality can be inconsistent or limited depending on the browser/app state.
- - Privacy concerns associated with Google's data collection practices.
- - Restricted color-coding and UI customization options for power users.
Agent Readiness
74/100Google Calendar is exceptionally 'agent-ready' due to its comprehensive REST API, mature OAuth2 implementation, and extensive support for webhooks (push notifications). Its documentation is top-tier, providing an API Explorer (sandbox) that allows developers and AI agents to test calls directly in the browser, while its massive presence in automation platforms like Zapier and Make ensures seamless connectivity with almost any other service.
Last checked Jul 15, 2026
MCP Integrations
3 servers38 tools18,814 total usesCreate, update, and delete Google Calendar events, list calendars and events, respond to invitations, and find times when everyone is free.
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Arcade_ListAppsSee the apps the current caller can act on and whether they are connected. Returns each app's id, name, connected state, and (when connected) the account it is connected as. Call this to answer "what apps do I have?" or when the caller's connection state may have changed since the session started.GoogleCalendar_CreateEventCreate a new event/meeting/sync/meetup in the specified calendar. Pass `recurrence` to create a repeating event.GoogleCalendar_DeleteEventDelete an event from Google Calendar.GoogleCalendar_FindTimeSlotsWhenEveryoneIsFreeProvides time slots when everyone is free within a given date range and time boundaries.GoogleCalendar_ListCalendarsList all calendars accessible by the user.GoogleCalendar_ListEventsList events from the specified calendar within the given datetime range. min_end_datetime serves as the lower bound (exclusive) for an event's end time. max_start_datetime serves as the upper bound (exclusive) for an event's start time. For example: If min_end_datetime is set to 2024-09-15T09:00:00 and max_start_datetime is set to 2024-09-16T17:00:00, the function will return events that: 1. End after 09:00 on September 15, 2024 (exclusive) 2. Start before 17:00 on September 16, 2024 (exclusive) This means an event starting at 08:00 on September 15 and ending at 10:00 on September 15 would be included, but an event starting at 17:00 on September 16 would not be included.GoogleCalendar_RespondToEventAccept or decline (RSVP to) a meeting invitation on the authenticated user's behalf. Sets the user's responseStatus for an event they were invited to.GoogleCalendar_UpdateEventUpdate an existing event in the specified calendar with the provided details. Only the provided fields will be updated; others will remain unchanged. `updated_start_datetime` and `updated_end_datetime` are independent and can be provided separately.GoogleCalendar_WhoAmIGet comprehensive user profile and Google Calendar environment information. This tool provides detailed information about the authenticated user including their name, email, profile picture, Google Calendar access permissions, and other important profile details from Google services.
Search academic papers, citations, and case law from Google Scholar. No API key required. Data via SerpAPI; Smithery is not affiliated with Google.
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search_papersSearch Google Scholar for academic papers, books, theses, and citations. Returns organic results with title, authors, snippet, citation count, and PDF links.
MCP server for Google Calendar : create events, manage calendars, check availability, and share calendars through 28 tools via the Model Context Protocol. ## Features - Create, update, and delete calendar events (timed and all-day) - Quick add events from natural language - Manage recurring events with RRULE support - Share calendars with ACL (access control) management - Check availability with free/busy queries - Manage multiple calendars and subscriptions - Full OAuth 2.0 authentication with refresh tokens ## 28 Tools **Events (10)**: List, get, create, update (PUT), patch (PATCH), delete, quick add, move, list instances, import **CalendarList (5)**: List subscribed calendars, get entry, add (subscribe), update display settings, remove (unsubscribe) **Calendars (5)**: Get metadata, create, update, delete, clear all events **ACL (5)**: List rules, get rule, create (share), update permission, delete (revoke) **Utility (3)**: Query free/busy, get color palette, list settings #
28 tools
gcal_list_eventsList events on a calendar. Supports time range filtering, search query, and pagination. Use singleEvents=true to expand recurring events into individual instances.gcal_get_eventGet a specific event by ID. Returns full event details including attendees, reminders, recurrence, and conference data.gcal_create_eventCreate a new calendar event. Supports timed events (dateTime) and all-day events (date). Can add attendees, recurrence rules, reminders, and set visibility.gcal_update_eventFull update of an event (PUT). All fields are replaced — unset fields will be cleared. Use gcal_patch_event for partial updates.gcal_patch_eventPartial update of an event (PATCH). Only specified fields are changed — other fields remain unchanged. Preferred over update for changing individual fields.gcal_delete_eventDelete an event from the calendar. This action is irreversible.gcal_quick_addCreate an event from natural language text. Google Calendar parses the text to set summary, date, time, and location automatically.gcal_move_eventMove an event from one calendar to another. The event is removed from the source calendar and added to the destination.gcal_list_instancesList individual instances of a recurring event. Returns expanded occurrences within a time range.gcal_import_eventImport an event with a unique iCalUID. Used for importing events from external calendars or iCal files. Does not send notifications.gcal_list_calendarsList all calendars the user has subscribed to. Includes the primary calendar, other owned calendars, and calendars shared with the user.gcal_get_calendar_entryGet a specific calendar list entry with display settings, color, notifications, and access role.gcal_add_calendarSubscribe to an existing calendar by its ID. Adds the calendar to the user's calendar list.gcal_update_calendar_entryUpdate display settings for a calendar in the user's list. Changes color, display name, visibility, and default reminders.gcal_remove_calendarUnsubscribe from a calendar, removing it from the user's calendar list. Does not delete the calendar itself.gcal_get_calendarGet calendar metadata including summary, description, location, and time zone.gcal_create_calendarCreate a new secondary calendar. The authenticated user becomes the owner.gcal_update_calendarUpdate calendar metadata (summary, description, location, time zone). Only works on secondary calendars the user owns.gcal_delete_calendarDelete a secondary calendar. Only works on calendars the user owns. The primary calendar cannot be deleted.gcal_clear_calendarDelete all events from a primary calendar. Only works on the primary calendar. Secondary calendars should use gcal_delete_calendar instead.gcal_list_aclList access control rules for a calendar. Shows who has access and their permission level.gcal_get_aclGet a specific access control rule by rule ID.gcal_create_aclShare a calendar with a user, group, or domain by creating an access control rule.gcal_update_aclUpdate the permission level of an existing access control rule.gcal_delete_aclRemove an access control rule, revoking the grantee's access to the calendar.gcal_query_freebusyCheck availability (free/busy) for one or more calendars within a time range. Useful for finding meeting times.gcal_get_colorsGet the color palette for calendars and events. Returns color IDs that can be used with gcal_create_event and gcal_update_calendar_entry.gcal_list_settingsList all user settings for Google Calendar (locale, timezone, date format, week start, etc.).
Last checked Aug 27, 2026
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