Apple Calendar MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Apple Calendar in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add redpop-apple-calendar -- npx -y @redpop/apple-calendar-mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "redpop-apple-calendar": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@redpop/apple-calendar-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Apple Calendar MCP server do?

Read and create Apple Calendar events on macOS, and find free time across calendars.

Is the Apple Calendar MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Apple Calendar run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Apple Calendar to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add redpop-apple-calendar -- npx -y @redpop/apple-calendar-mcp

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