Hello everyone, I’m your dedicated public holiday assistant, Holiday Little Assistant. Recently, one of our little friends asked me how to add public holidays to their Outlook calendar. If you’ve been wondering the same thing, you’re in the right place! Today, I’ll walk you through the process step by step, so you never miss another holiday reminder again. Let’s dive in!

Adding public holidays to your Outlook calendar is super easy and can save you a lot of time, especially if you’re planning events, trips, or just want to stay on top of your schedule. Whether you’re using Outlook for work or personal purposes, having those holiday dates handy can be a game-changer. Plus, it’s a great way to avoid those “Wait, is today a holiday?” moments. Let’s get started!

How to Add Public Holidays to Your Outlook Calendar

First things first, open your Outlook calendar. If you’re using the desktop app, click on the “Calendar” icon at the bottom of the screen. If you’re using the web version, just head to the calendar section. Once you’re there, follow these steps:

1. **Go to File > Options**: In the desktop app, click on “File” in the top-left corner, then select “Options” from the dropdown menu.
2. **Select Calendar**: In the left-hand menu of the Options window, click on “Calendar.”
3. **Click on Add Holidays**: Scroll down until you see the “Calendar Options” section. There, you’ll find a button labeled “Add Holidays.” Click on it.
4. **Choose Your Country/Region**: A pop-up window will appear with a list of countries and regions. Select the one that applies to you. Outlook will automatically add the public holidays for that location.
5. **Save and Sync**: Once you’ve selected your country, click “OK” to save the changes. The holidays will now appear on your calendar.

And that’s it! You’ve successfully added public holidays to your Outlook calendar. Now, every time a holiday rolls around, you’ll see it marked on your schedule. No more surprises!

Questions Related to Adding Holidays to Outlook Calendar

Now, let’s tackle some common questions you might have about this process:

**1. Can I add holidays for multiple countries?**
Absolutely! If you’re working with international teams or just want to keep track of holidays in different regions, you can repeat the steps above and select multiple countries. Outlook will add all the holidays to your calendar.

**2. What if my country isn’t listed?**
If your country or region isn’t listed in the default options, don’t worry. You can manually add holidays by creating events in your calendar. Just enter the date and name of the holiday, and set it to repeat annually if needed.

**3. Can I remove holidays after adding them?**
Yes, you can! Simply go to your calendar, find the holiday event, right-click, and select “Delete.” You can also customize which holidays appear by going back to the “Add Holidays” menu and unchecking specific ones.

**4. Does this work for Outlook mobile?**
While the steps above are for the desktop and web versions, the holidays you add will sync to your Outlook mobile app as well. Just make sure your account is properly connected.

**5. Will this affect my work calendar?**
If you’re using Outlook for work, adding holidays will only affect your personal calendar view. It won’t interfere with any shared or team calendars unless you manually add the events there.

To sum it up, adding public holidays to your Outlook calendar is a quick and easy way to stay organized and plan ahead. Whether you’re juggling work commitments or just want to know when the next long weekend is, this feature has got you covered.

Faqpro Thank you for reading, I hope this article helped you fully understand how to add holidays to your Outlook calendar. If you have more questions, feel free to reach out to us. Happy scheduling!