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title: "Getting Started with Event Schedule Manager"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/software/the-events-calendar/getting-started-with-event-schedule-manager/"
description: "Easily create the perfect schedule for your event and display it on any post type - including events from The Events Calendar! Here's the rundown on how to get…"
vertical: "Software"
area: "The Events Calendar"
date: "2023-11-10"
last_modified: "2023-11-10"
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# Getting Started with Event Schedule Manager

Easily create the perfect schedule for your event and display it on any post type – including events from The Events Calendar! Here’s the rundown on how to get started with Event Schedule Manager!

Getting Started

Learn how to create your first Schedule.

- [Getting Started with Event Schedule Manager](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/the-events-calendar/event-schedule-manager/)

Creating Sessions, Speakers, and Sponsors

Learn how to create Sessions, Speakers, and Sponsors for your scheduled event.

- [Creating Sessions in Event Schedule Manager](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/the-events-calendar/create-sessions/)
- [Creating Speakers in Event Schedule Manager](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/the-events-calendar/create-speakers/)
- [Creating Sponsors in Event Schedule Manager](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/the-events-calendar/create-sponsors/)

Using Shortcodes

Learn the various arguments that can be attached to a shortcode to alter its behavior. You can also use custom fields and setting options.

- [Using Event Schedule Manager Shortcodes](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/the-events-calendar/schedule-shortcodes/)

Customization

- [Template Overrides for Event Schedule Manager](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/the-events-calendar/schedule-templates/)