Hey there, it’s your Holiday Little Assistant! I know running a business is tough enough without having to worry about updating holiday hours on Yelp. Recently, one of our users asked “how do I change holiday hours on Yelp?” – and let me tell you, you’re not alone! Many small business owners struggle with this. So I’ve put together this complete walkthrough to make your life easier during the busy holiday season.

First things first – keeping your Yelp hours accurate is super important, especially during holidays. Customers get seriously frustrated when they show up to closed doors, and negative reviews can follow. The good news? Updating your special hours is actually pretty simple once you know where to look.

How to Change Holiday Hours on Yelp

Here’s the step-by-step breakdown:
1. Log into your Yelp for Business account (if you haven’t claimed your page yet, you’ll need to do that first)
2. Click on your profile photo in top right corner and select “Business Information”
3. Find the “Hours” section – you’ll see your regular schedule
4. Look for the “Special Hours” or “Holiday Hours” option (it might be under “More”)
5. Add the specific dates you’ll have different hours (like Christmas Eve or New Year’s Day)
6. Enter your modified opening/closing times for each special date
7. Don’t forget to hit “Save”! Changes might take a few hours to show publicly

Common Problems When Updating Yelp Hours

From my experience helping hundreds of businesses, these are the usual hiccups:
• The “Special Hours” option doesn’t appear – try refreshing or checking on desktop if you’re on mobile
• Changes aren’t showing immediately – Yelp says updates can take 24-48 hours (annoying, I know)
• Time slots grayed out – make sure you’re not trying to set hours too far in advance
• Different hours for multiple days – you’ll need to manually adjust each holiday date

Pro tip: Set calendar reminders to update your Yelp hours at least 2 weeks before major holidays. Customers start checking holiday hours way earlier than you’d think!

Why Keeping Yelp Hours Updated Matters

You wouldn’t believe how many 1-star reviews are just “Drove across town and they were closed!” Here’s why it’s worth the 5 minutes to update:
• 82% of customers check business hours before visiting (Yelp’s own data)
• Proper holiday hours show you’re professional and considerate
• You’ll avoid those awkward “We’re closed” conversations at your locked door
• It helps with local SEO – accurate info means better search visibility

One last thing – don’t forget your other platforms! If you’re changing Yelp hours, you should also update Google My Business, Facebook, and your website. Consistency across all platforms makes you look super professional.

Alright friends, that’s the full scoop on managing your Yelp holiday hours! Whether it’s Christmas, Thanksgiving, or just an unexpected snow day, keeping your hours current saves everyone headaches. Found this helpful? Share it with your fellow business owner friends – we’re all in this holiday hustle together!

Faqpro Thanks for reading! If you’re still having trouble updating your Yelp hours or have other holiday business questions, just give me a shout. Happy to help make your holiday season run smoother!