Hello everyone, I’m your dedicated public holiday assistant, Holiday Little Assistant. Recently, a little friend asked me about how to add holidays from other countries to their iPhone calendar. It’s a great question, especially for those who travel, work internationally, or just want to stay updated on global celebrations. So, I’ve put together a detailed guide to help you out. Let’s dive in!

Adding holidays from other countries to your iPhone calendar is easier than you might think. The iPhone calendar app is super versatile and can be customized to include holidays from almost anywhere in the world. Whether you’re planning a trip, staying connected with friends and family abroad, or just curious about international festivities, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Why Add Other Countries’ Holidays to Your iPhone Calendar?

Before we get into the how-to, let’s talk about why you might want to add international holidays to your calendar. First off, it’s a great way to stay organized. If you’re traveling, knowing when local holidays occur can help you plan your trip better—like avoiding days when shops or attractions might be closed. It’s also a fantastic way to connect with global cultures. Whether it’s Diwali in India, Carnival in Brazil, or Lunar New Year in China, adding these holidays can help you learn more about traditions around the world. Plus, if you have friends or family living abroad, it’s a thoughtful way to stay in sync with their celebrations.

How to Add Other Countries’ Holidays to Your iPhone Calendar

Here’s the step-by-step process to add holidays from other countries to your iPhone calendar:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap on Calendar.
3. Select Accounts and then tap Add Account.
4. Choose Other and then select Add Subscribed Calendar.
5. Enter the URL of a holiday calendar for the country you’re interested in. You can find these URLs by searching online for “global holiday calendar subscriptions” or visiting websites like timeanddate.com.
6. Tap Next and then Save to add the calendar to your iPhone.

Once you’ve added the calendar, you’ll see holidays from that country appear in your iPhone calendar app. You can repeat this process for as many countries as you’d like. It’s that simple!

Questions Related to Adding International Holidays to iPhone Calendar

Can I customize which holidays appear on my calendar? Yes, you can! After adding a subscribed calendar, you can toggle it on or off in the Calendar app settings. This way, you only see the holidays that matter to you.

Are there any free resources for international holiday calendars? Absolutely! Websites like timeanddate.com and calendar.google.com offer free holiday calendar subscriptions for countries worldwide. Just copy the URL and follow the steps above to add them to your iPhone.

Will these holidays sync across my Apple devices? Yes, if you’re signed in to the same iCloud account, the holidays will sync across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Summarizing, adding other countries’ holidays to your iPhone calendar is a simple yet powerful way to stay connected with global events and traditions. Whether you’re a frequent traveler, have loved ones abroad, or just enjoy learning about different cultures, this feature can be a game-changer.

Thank you for reading, and I hope this article helps you fully understand how to add international holidays to your iPhone calendar. If you have more questions, feel free to reach out to us. Happy planning!