How to Import .ics Files to Microsoft Calendar

Break free from calendar chaos with Microsoft Calendar. Import .ics files in minutes and take control of your professional schedule.

Prerequisites

Microsoft account (Outlook, Office 365, or Microsoft 365)

.ics file ready for import

Internet connection

Access Microsoft Calendar: Launch Outlook desktop or go to outlook.live.com

Navigate to Calendar: Click the Calendar icon in the left navigation pane

Open File Menu: Click "File" → "Open & Export" → "Import/Export"

Select Import from File: Choose "Import from another program or file" and click "Next"

Choose File Type: Select "iCalendar (.ics)" and click "Next"

Browse and Select File: Click "Browse" to locate your .ics file and click "Next"

Choose Calendar Destination: Select which calendar folder to import events into

Complete Import: Review settings and click "Finish"

Click gear icon → Settings

Look for "Import calendar" option

Select your .ics file and import

Stop meeting madness: Import events from colleagues without double-booking

End calendar cram: Bulk import multiple events at once

Cross-platform compatibility: Import from any calendar application

Office integration: Seamless integration with Microsoft Office apps

Backup restoration: Restore calendar data from backups

If events don't appear, ensure the .ics file is valid and refresh your calendar view.