Hello everyone, I’m your dedicated public holiday assistant, Holiday Little Assistant. Recently, a little friend asked me about how to add 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 everything you need to know to get those holidays on your calendar and keep your schedule organized. Let’s dive in!

Adding holidays to your Outlook calendar is super easy and can save you a ton of time. Whether you’re planning vacations, scheduling meetings, or just want to stay on top of important dates, having holidays visible on your calendar is a game-changer. Plus, Outlook lets you customize which holidays you want to add, so you can focus on the ones that matter most to you.

How to Add Holidays to Your Outlook Calendar

First things first, let’s get those holidays onto your calendar. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Open Outlook and go to your calendar view.
2. Click on “File” in the top-left corner, then select “Options.”
3. In the Options menu, choose “Calendar” from the sidebar.
4. Scroll down to the “Calendar Options” section and click on “Add Holidays.”
5. A pop-up will appear with a list of countries and regions. Check the boxes for the locations you want to add holidays for (e.g., United States, China, etc.).
6. Click “OK,” and Outlook will automatically add the selected holidays to your calendar.

That’s it! Now you’ll see all the holidays for your chosen locations right on your calendar. Easy, right?

Questions Related to Adding Holidays to Outlook

Here are some common questions people have about this process:

Can I Add Custom Holidays to My Outlook Calendar?

Absolutely! If there’s a holiday or special date that’s not included in Outlook’s default list, you can add it manually. Just open your calendar, click on the date, and create a new event. Label it as a holiday, and you’re good to go. This is perfect for personal or regional holidays that might not be recognized globally.

Will Holidays Sync Across Devices?

Yes, if you’re using Outlook on multiple devices (like your phone, tablet, and computer), the holidays you add will sync across all of them. Just make sure you’re signed in to the same account on each device.

Can I Remove Holidays Later?

Of course! If you decide you don’t want certain holidays on your calendar anymore, you can delete them. Simply go to your calendar, find the holiday event, right-click, and select “Delete.” It’s that simple.

What If I Only Want to Add Specific Holidays?

Unfortunately, Outlook doesn’t let you pick and choose individual holidays from a country’s list. However, you can manually delete the ones you don’t need after they’re added. It’s a bit of extra work, but it’s a good way to keep your calendar clutter-free.

Does This Work for Outlook on Mobile?

The steps I mentioned earlier are for the desktop version of Outlook. If you’re using the Outlook app on your phone, you’ll need to add holidays through the desktop version first. Once they’re added, they’ll sync to your mobile app automatically.

To wrap it up, adding holidays to your Outlook calendar is a quick and easy way to stay on top of important dates. Whether you’re planning your year or just want to avoid scheduling meetings on holidays, this feature is super handy. Plus, with the ability to add custom holidays, you can make your calendar truly your own.

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 planning!