Adding Filters (Month & Category) to Our Event Calendar – Is There a Simpler Way?

[ArtOfSpring]

Hey there,

I’d like to add filter options to our small event calendar. I’ve already watched your tutorials on how to build an event calendar without using a plugin, and that worked great.

Now I’d like users to be able to filter events themselves — specifically by month and event category . In your tutorials, you recommend using FacetWP for this. However, since I only need two simple filters (Month and Category), paying $99 per year just for that feels a bit excessive.

Is there another way to implement these two filters without relying on FacetWP?

Thanks a lot for your help!

[ArtOfSpring]

All good, I found a Solution without Plugin

[prakash_s]

Hello @ArtOfSpring,

Glad that you figured out the solution on your own! If you’d like to add filter options, I recommend using Cornerstone Forms. It works seamlessly with the Cornerstone page builder, so you can easily create filters for things like event categories, dates, or keywords — all without adding a heavy plugin. It’s flexible, beginner-friendly, and integrates perfectly with your existing custom setup.

Check out this tutorial to help you get started, then you can order it here. This is unlimited use and will allow you to use it on as many sites as you wish. If you’d like access to our entire lineup of Max products, check this out.

Cheers!