khal

The premium Open Source alternative to Google Calendar

🎯 Best for:Managing calendars and events directly from the command line.

What is khal?

A terminal-based alternative to Google Calendar for CLI-centric workflows. Synchronizes via CalDAV and allows event management through simple text commands and local storage.

Tech Stack
PythonOS & Utilities

Why khal?

  • CLI efficiency
  • CalDAV support
  • Local-first storage

Limitations

  • No GUI
  • Complex initial config
  • Terminal knowledge required
3/5/2026
Last Update
225
Forks
265
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Google Calendar)
Self-Hosted
$0
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Team Size10 Users
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