How to Add Public Holidays to Your iPhone Calendar in Just a Few Taps

Hey there! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant, back with another helpful guide. Today, we’re tackling a question I get all the time: “How do I put holidays on my iPhone calendar?” Whether you’re planning vacations or just don’t want to miss a day off, adding holidays to your calendar is a game-changer. Let’s dive in—it’s easier than you think!

Method 1: Subscribe to a Holiday Calendar (The Easy Way)

This is the fastest method—no manual entry required! Apple supports calendar subscriptions that auto-update with holidays. Here’s how:

1. Open your Settings app and tap “Calendar.”
2. Select “Accounts” > “Add Account” > “Other.”
3. Tap “Add Subscribed Calendar” and enter one of these URLs (copy-paste these!):
   • U.S. Holidays: webcal://p10-calendars.icloud.com/holidays/US_en.ics
   • Global Holidays: webcal://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/en.usa%23holiday%40group.v.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics
4. Hit “Next” and customize the name (e.g., “Public Holidays”).

Boom! Holidays will now appear in your Calendar app with cute emojis (🇺🇸 for Independence Day, 🎄 for Christmas, etc.).

Method 2: Manual Entry (For Custom Holidays)

Need to add local or religious holidays? Follow these steps:

1. Open the Calendar app and tap the “+” (New Event) button.
2. Name the holiday (e.g., “Diwali” or “Town Fair”).
3. Set the date and toggle “All-Day” for the event.
4. Under “Calendar,” choose a color-coded category (like “Personal”).
5. Tap “Add”—it’ll now sync across your Apple devices.

Common Questions About iPhone Holiday Calendars

1. Will holidays update automatically?

Yes! Subscribed calendars refresh yearly. Manual entries stay until you delete them.

2. Can I share holiday calendars with family?

Absolutely! Go to Calendar app > Calendars (bottom center) > tap the “i” next to your holiday calendar > “Add Person.”

3. Why don’t I see holidays after subscribing?

Check if the calendar is enabled: Tap Calendars at the bottom of the app and ensure your holiday calendar has a checkmark.

4. Are lunar holidays (like Chinese New Year) included?

Some subscriptions include them, but you might need to add them manually for accuracy.

Pro tip: Want holidays in a different time zone? Adjust your iPhone’s region under Settings > General > Language & Region.

And that’s it! Now you’ll never accidentally schedule a meeting on Thanksgiving again. 🦃 If you hit a snag, just shout—I’m here to help! Happy planning, friends!

FAQpro: Thanks for reading! Got more holiday tech tips? Drop us a comment or DM. Your Holiday Little Assistant is always on duty. 😊