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wp_tec_save_event tool reference for The Events Calendar

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Group The Events CalendarCapability edit_posts

creates or updates an event in The Events Calendar. It supports title, description, dates, all-day mode, venue/organizer references, cost, URL, status, featured flag, and taxonomy references.

Description

creates or updates an event in The Events Calendar. It supports title, description, dates, all-day mode, venue/organizer references, cost, URL, status, featured flag, and taxonomy references.

What it is for

  • Creating new events from AI workflows.
  • Updating event content, schedule, and visibility.

Example use case

creating a campaign event.

Sample prompt

Create a new event for June 15, 2026 from 18:00 to 20:00, set it as published, and attach the specified venue and organizer IDs.

Sample response

{
  "tool": "wp_tec_save_event",
  "status": "ok",
  "updated": true
}

What does wp_tec_save_event do?

creates or updates an event in The Events Calendar. It supports title, description, dates, all-day mode, venue/organizer references, cost, URL, status, featured flag, and taxonomy references.

Does wp_tec_save_event modify site data?

Yes. It can create, update, activate, deactivate, or delete data depending on arguments.

Which capability is commonly required?

It usually runs with controls compatible with edit_posts and the active MCP profile.

How should wp_tec_save_event be used safely?

Require confirmation, test in staging first, and verify rollback coverage.

Which plugin is required?

The Events Calendar must be installed and active in the target WordPress environment.