HTML viewer for ics (iCal) files

Question

I'm creating a small app in ASP.NET MVC that generates ics (iCal) files based on certain criterias. The generated files are accessible through a permanent URL (http://myserver/some/criterias.ics).

I am looking for a way to display the calendar data on the page to give the user a preview of the generated file. Ideally, I'd like a Google Calendar type interface embedded in the page. Unfortunately, Google Calendar only seems to allow embedding calendars that have previously been added to their system.

Is there any free service or library that will allow me to embed a calendar for an arbitrary ics file on my site?

Answer 1

There's a program written in php that, IIRC, does this type of thing.

PHP iCalendar it is called.

Answer 2

I've found InstantCal, which does what I want. The display it creates is not that great though. Also, it seems buggy in Chrome.

I'd like something similar, with a simpler, nicer interface.

Answer 3

Hi David,

You can import .ics files to Google Calender and view it there. Last Evening I exported a Calender from MS Outlook in CSV format and Imported that into Google Calender and I was able to share the same with my Colleagues.

The Procedure though is not very visible on the interface. I had to look for the 'Other Calenders' section on the left panel and click on the Settings. I found an option that said Import on it which when clicked, I could upload the MS Outlook exported CSV format file and see the Calender online on Google.

Wish this helps you sometime.

Thank You.

Answer 4

I've recently discovered Calamander which, if I understand your question, should do what you're after.