Last reviewed Jan 14, 2026

Google Calendar exports calendars as a .zip that contains one or more .ics files. NimbleCal imports .ics files (you can import multiple at once).

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Google's export is a little hidden, but once you have the `.ics` files, import is quick.

Step 1: Export from Google Calendar

In Google Calendar on the web:

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Find Import & export.
  3. Choose Export.

This downloads a .zip file to your computer.

Step 2: Unzip the export

Unzip the downloaded file so you can access the .ics files inside.

Step 3: Import into NimbleCal

In NimbleCal:

  1. In the left sidebar under My Calendars, click the + menu.
  2. Choose Import calendar.
  3. Click Browse files.
  4. Select one or more .ics files from the unzipped folder.
  5. Choose where to import:
    • + New to create a new calendar for the import (recommended), or
    • Existing to add events into an existing calendar.
  6. Click Import events.

Common issues

  • I only see a .zip file: Unzip it first, then import the .ics files.
  • Duplicates after importing: If you imported the same .ics twice, you may see duplicates. Import once per calendar export.