Source: https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/calendar-recurring-list

# nylas calendar recurring list

List recurring events

Written by [Qasim Muhammad](https://cli.nylas.com/authors/qasim-muhammad) Staff SRE

Published February 13, 2026

Updated June 21, 2026

## What does nylas calendar recurring list do?

The nylas calendar recurring list command lists recurring events. It is part of the Calendar commands, which manage calendars, events, availability, and AI scheduling. Use --json for structured output in scripts and automation.

## Usage

```bash
nylas calendar recurring list
```

## Flags

| Flag | Description |
| --- | --- |
| --calendar string(-c) | Calendar ID (required) |
| --end int64 | End time (Unix timestamp) |
| --grant string(-g) | Grant ID (uses default if not specified) |
| --limit int | Maximum number of instances to retrieve |
| --start int64 | Start time (Unix timestamp) |
| --json | Output as JSON |
| --no-color | Disable color output |
| --verbose(-v) | Enable verbose output |
| --config | Custom config file path |
| --help(-h) | Show help for the command |
| --yes(-y) | Skip confirmations |

## Examples

The nylas calendar recurring list command lists recurring events.

### JSON output for scripting

```bash
nylas calendar recurring list --json
```

### Limit the number of results

```bash
nylas calendar recurring list --limit 10 --json
```

## Troubleshooting

### Command not found or fails

Run `nylas auth config` and `nylas auth login` to authenticate first.

## Related commands

[nylas calendar ai analyzeAnalyze meeting patterns and get AI recommendations.](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/calendar-ai-analyze)

[nylas calendar ai conflicts checkCheck a proposed meeting for scheduling conflicts with AI analysis.](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/calendar-ai-conflicts-check)

[nylas calendar ai reschedule aiAI-powered meeting rescheduling with alternative suggestions.](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/calendar-ai-reschedule-ai)

[nylas calendar availability checkCheck participant availability for a time window.](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/calendar-availability-check)

[nylas calendar events createCreate a new calendar event with participants, location, and description.](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/calendar-events-create)

[nylas calendar events deleteDelete a calendar event by ID.](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/calendar-events-delete)

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Run `nylas calendar recurring list --help` for full help output.