How to Create a Shared Calendar Event in SharePoint
- George Apostolov
How to Create a Shared Calendar Event in SharePoint: step-by-step guide
Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and tap 'Site Contents'.
Find and click the calendar you wish to use.
After that, navigate to the top menu bar and click 'Events'.
Choose 'New Event' from the given options.
One by one, fill out the input fields with the required information, such as Event Title, Location, Start and End Time, Description, and Category.
Once done, click 'Save' to proceed further.
Check your calendar afterwards and then select the newly added event.
Next, head over to the top navigation bar and click 'Shared With' under the Manage tab.
Provide the email address of the users to whom you wish to share the event and then configure their access level based on your preferences.
Once done, tap 'Share' to finally save the changes and share the newly created calendar event with others.
Quick answer: To create a shared calendar event in SharePoint, navigate to Site Contents, select your calendar, and click Events then New Event. Fill in the required event details and save. Finally, select the event, click Shared With under the Manage tab, enter user email addresses, set access levels, and tap Share.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Collaborate easily by creating and sharing calendar events in SharePoint. Add event details, configure user access levels, and share. This guide shows how to create a Shared Calendar Event in SharePoint in 10 steps, starting with "Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and..." and finishing with "Once done, tap 'Share' to finally save the changes and share the newly created calendar...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SharePoint interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create a Shared Calendar Event in SharePoint?
10 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SharePoint data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SharePoint. Related guides: How to Create a Shared Folder in SharePoint, How to Create a SharePoint List From Excel and How to Create a SharePoint Site. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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