Online iCalendar to XML Converter
Export ICS/iCalendar to XML with mapping and Include options—paste, upload, or Load Sample. Suited for pipelines and structured interchange.
Suited when you need consistent iCalendar-to-XML output across batches of similar files.
Conversion focus
Private by design: iCalendar content is processed locally in the browser.
Need Custom Conversion?ConversionTab date / time standard (ICS → table)
Calendar fields such as DTSTART, DTEND, DTSTAMP, CREATED, and LAST-MODIFIED are exported as ISO-like text (not raw Excel serials): for example 1997-07-14T17:00:00Z for UTC, 1997-07-14T17:00:00+05:30 for a fixed offset, 1997-07-14 for all-day style dates, or 1997-07-14T17:00:00 when the ICS value has no Z / zone. EXDATE / RDATE lists use commas between values in the same style.
If you edit the file elsewhere and later convert back to ICS (e.g. from Excel), use these same shapes in cells—or real Excel Date/Time cells—so start/end and timestamps map reliably. Locale-only strings (e.g. 14/07/1997 alone) are not guaranteed to parse.
Drop a file here, or click to browse
Max 25 MB. Loads into the same editor as the Text tab; use Convert below.
Each row is an iCalendar property found in your VEVENT data.
Edit Mapping to set the column title in the exported xml output; use Include to omit properties.
| # | ICS value | Mapping | Include |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provide valid iCalendar above to load output options. | |||
Map each VCF field to a normalized table column. Use Include to choose output lines; Check all / Uncheck all sit under the mapping table.
| # | VCF Field | Mapping | Include |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provide input above to load mapping options. | |||
Column names and types feed SQL generation (same rules as the CSV tool).
| # | Field Name | Data Type | Max Size | Key | Include | Trim | NULL empty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provide input to load columns. | |||||||
What this conversion is for
Built for cases where iCalendar is the authoring truth and XML is the runtime or publish surface. You get element trees suited to validators, XSD checks, and legacy SOAP consumers.
Use this output next
Config and DevOps handoffs.
APIs and lightweight clients.
Human-readable previews.
Spreadsheet review and pivots.
From iCalendar to XML in four moves
Paste iCalendar text or upload the calendar/contact file.
Scan VEVENT blocks, DTSTART/DTEND, and UID lines for obvious duplicates.
Use mapping or options on this page so each iCalendar field lands in the correct XML shape.
Emit XML for validators, SOAP-style integrations, or config consumers.
Before you convert
- Recurrence (RRULE) and timezone rules may simplify when flattened.
- XML output should be treated as a snapshot until the next source refresh.
- Keep a copy of the original iCalendar as the audit trail after you ship XML.
Choose the right output
When XML is the right output
- You are promoting iCalendar into XML because the next hop names that format in its contract or runbook.
- Downstream asked explicitly for XML while editors still live in iCalendar.
- You need a deterministic export for CI, legal, or partner review—not a live sync.
- The receiving system has a documented XML ingest path (template, parser, or app import).
When another format fits better
- Lightweight web clients often prefer JSON over verbose XML trees.
- Spreadsheet reviewers should get XLSX/CSV instead of folding XML by hand.
- If the consumer only speaks SQL, push tabular SQL or CSV instead of large XML.
- When XSD is undefined, JSON schema tooling may be faster to iterate.
Continue with other formats
Print-ready snapshots instead of XML.
Typed spreadsheet review instead of XML.
CMS and static web tables instead of XML.
APIs, fixtures, and browser-native trees instead of XML.
Flat pipelines and spreadsheet handoffs instead of XML.
- Paste iCalendar content or upload a compatible file.
- Review detected columns, mappings, and optional limits before conversion.
- Convert to XML, preview when the page supports it, then download the result.
Reviewed iCalendar → XML notes
Overview, mapping, pitfalls, and FAQs from the same bundle as other ConversionTab converters—open the sections you need.
Step 1: Input iCalendar Data:
Provide your ICS text on the Text tab or upload a file on the File tab via 'Drop/Browse File'. Click Load Sample to load the sample calendar.
Step 2: Mapping Columns:
In the mapping section, set how each iCalendar property maps to a column for the XML export.
Step 3: Include Desired Properties:
Toggle Include to omit properties you do not need in the final XML.
Step 4: Proceed with Conversion:
Click Convert to generate XML from the mapped rows.
Step 5: Copy or Download XML:
Copy the XML from the output area or download it as an .xml file with an optional custom name.
Step 6: Date / time standard:
Calendar fields export as fixed ISO-like text (for example 1997-07-14T17:00:00Z for UTC, 1997-07-14 for date-only, or with ±HH:MM when the ICS used an offset). EXDATE / RDATE use comma-separated tokens in the same style. There is no per-column custom format picker—reuse this shape when preparing data for a round-trip back to ICS.
The iCalendar to XML Converter is a versatile tool designed to transform iCalendar data into XML format seamlessly, catering to structured XML.
Designed for data exchange, it offers secure and accurate conversions, making API compatibility transformations effortless.
You can either paste your iCalendar data directly into the input field or upload a file, or use Load Sample to preview mapping on the sample calendar. Choose XML as the output format, and your converted file will be ready shortly.
Once the XML output is ready, you can copy it using the copy icon or save it as a file by specifying a file name.
1. What is iCalendar (ICS) to XML conversion on ConversionTab?
iCalendar (ICS) to XML conversion on ConversionTab allows you to convert iCalendar files or iCalendar text strings into XML (Extensible Markup Language) format.
2. How do I provide my iCalendar data for conversion?
You can input your iCalendar data in two ways:
- Text: Users can manually input ICS data as a valid string in this tab.
- File Tab: Users can upload their ICS file through the 'Drop/Browse File' feature, simplifying the process of working with existing data.
3. Which iCalendar versions are supported for conversion?
ConversionTab supports a range of iCalendar versions, including iCalendar 2.0, for conversion.
4. How do I initiate the conversion process?
After entering your iCalendar data or selecting a file, click the 'Convert' button to start the conversion process.
5. What happens if my provided data is not a valid iCalendar file or string?
If your input data is not a valid iCalendar file or string, ConversionTab will display an error message, and the conversion will not proceed.
6. Can I customize the XML output format?
ConversionTab currently provides XML output using a default format. Customization of XML output format is not available at this time.
7. Is there an option to preview the XML output before conversion?
Yes, you can preview a sample of the XML output to ensure that the conversion results meet your expectations before proceeding with the conversion.
8. How do I obtain the XML output?
Once mapping and settings are finalized, users can initiate the conversion process by clicking the 'Convert' button. The resulting XML data is displayed in a textarea, providing users with two options:
- Copy: Users can copy the generated XML data for immediate use.
- Download: Users can download the XML file, with the option to specify a custom file name if desired.
This flexibility ensures seamless access to converted data in the preferred format.
9. Is there sample iCalendar data, and how do I clear the editor?
ConversionTab offers additional features to improve the user experience:
- Load Sample: Click Load Sample to load the sample calendar (Project XYZ meeting with EXDATE, RDATE, GEO, and more).
- Clear: Use Clear to reset input and output when you want a clean slate.
10. How can I clear the output and start over?
Click Clear to clear the output and start again.
iCalendar is parsed as structured input for this page. Use complete rows, valid syntax, and consistent field names so the converter can preserve the important data when creating XML.
XML is generated from the parsed iCalendar data. Review the output before importing it into another system, especially when the destination expects strict columns, dates, or contact fields.
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