How to Remove Specific Holidays from Google Calendar: A Step-by-Step Guide

Hey there, folks! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant, back with another handy guide. Today, we’re tackling a question that keeps popping up: how to remove specific holidays from Google Calendar. Whether you’re looking to declutter your schedule or just don’t need to see certain holidays, I’ve got you covered. Let’s dive in!

Why Would You Want to Remove Holidays from Google Calendar?

Great question! Google Calendar automatically adds holidays based on your region, which is awesome for planning. But sometimes, these holidays can feel like unnecessary clutter—especially if you don’t celebrate them or just want a cleaner view. Maybe you’re managing a work calendar and don’t need religious holidays, or perhaps you’ve subscribed to multiple holiday calendars by accident. Whatever the reason, removing them is totally doable.

How to Remove or Hide Holidays in Google Calendar

Here’s the step-by-step breakdown to clean up your calendar like a pro:

On Desktop (Web Browser):

1. Open Google Calendar in your browser.

2. Look for “My Calendars” on the left sidebar. Hover over the “Holidays” calendar (it might be named “Holidays in [Your Country]”).

3. Click the three-dot menu next to it and select “Hide from list” to temporarily hide it—or “Unsubscribe” to remove it completely.

4. Poof! Those holidays are gone. If you ever want them back, just click the “+” next to “Other calendars” and re-add the Holidays calendar.

On Mobile (Android/iPhone):

1. Open the Google Calendar app.

2. Tap the three-line menu (☰) in the top-left corner.

3. Scroll to the “Holidays” calendar under “Other calendars” and tap it to uncheck the box. This hides it instantly.

4. To remove it permanently, you’ll need to use the desktop method above (mobile settings are more limited).

What If You Only Want to Remove *Specific* Holidays?

Unfortunately, Google Calendar doesn’t let you cherry-pick individual holidays from its default list—it’s all or nothing. But here’s a workaround:

– Create a custom calendar for your preferred holidays (e.g., add them manually or import a custom ICS file).

– Use third-party tools like CalendarCleanup or Filter Your Calendar (browser extensions) to hide events by keyword.

Pro Tip: Managing Multiple Holiday Calendars

Accidentally subscribed to five different holiday calendars? No worries! Under “Other calendars,” click each one’s three-dot menu and unsubscribe. For shared/family calendars, you might need to ask the owner to adjust settings.

Final Thoughts: Whether you’re streamlining for productivity or personal preference, removing holidays from Google Calendar takes seconds. Just remember—if you change your mind, re-adding them is just as easy.

Faqpro Thanks for reading, pals! Now you’re a Google Calendar holiday-removing wizard. If you’ve got more questions (or need help with sneaky recurring events), drop us a line. Your Holiday Little Assistant is always here to help!