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Option 3: Use a Different Events Plugin

If you want something that works out of the box with WPGraphQL, try WP Event Manager + WPGraphQL for WP Event Manager (both are in the plugin directory).

My recommendation: Use Option 2 — add the code to functions.php. It’s the cleanest solution and gives you full control. The code I provided exposes The Events Calendar to GraphQL without needing the GitHub plugin.

Want me to give you the complete functions.php code with all the event fields you need (venue, city, prices, categories, etc.)?

Here’s your complete step-by-step guide to connect WordPress to Next.js and test it on the homepage.

STEP 1: Set Up WordPress

1.1 Install Required Plugins

Go to Plugins → Add New and install these in order:

1. ✅ WPGraphQL
2. ✅ Advanced Custom Fields
3. ✅ WPGraphQL for ACF
4. ✅ The Events Calendar

Click Activate on each one.

1.2 Configure WordPress Permalinks

Go to Settings → Permalinks → Select Post name → Click Save Changes

(This is required for GraphQL to work)

1.3 Enable GraphQL

Go to GraphQL → Settings → T