How to Make Samsung Calendar Show Holidays: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2024

Hey there, holiday lovers! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant here. I noticed a bunch of you have been asking how to get those colorful little holiday squares to pop up on your Samsung calendars. Let me walk you through this super simple process so you’ll never miss Lunar New Year, Thanksgiving or even obscure holidays ever again!

First off, let’s talk about why this is such a hot topic. Samsung phones come with their own calendar app that’s actually pretty powerful, but for some reason, holidays aren’t automatically displayed for many users. It’s like having a fridge but no snacks – what’s the point, right? The good news is, fixing this takes less time than brewing your morning coffee.

Why Doesn’t My Samsung Calendar Show Holidays Automatically?

Here’s the deal – Samsung’s calendar app pulls holiday data differently depending on your region and settings. Some users get holidays pre-loaded, while others get a blank slate. It mostly depends on whether you’re using the Samsung Cloud sync or Google Calendar sync. The calendar app also varies slightly between Galaxy models and Android versions, which explains why your friend’s S23 might show holidays while your S21 doesn’t. But don’t worry, the solution is universal across most newer Samsung devices.

Step-by-Step: Adding Holidays to Your Samsung Calendar

Let’s get those holidays popping up! First, open your Samsung Calendar app (it’s usually called “Calendar” or “Samsung Calendar”). Tap the three-line menu button in the top-left corner, then look for “Settings.” Scroll down to “Manage calendars” or “Calendars to display.” Here’s where the magic happens – look for “Holidays” or “Public holidays” in the list. If you see it, just toggle it on! If not, you might need to add a holidays account. Go to “Add account” and select “Samsung account” or “Google” – both can display holidays when properly synced.

Pro tip: For Google Calendar users, after adding your account, go back to calendar settings and make sure “Holidays in United States” (or your country) is checked under your Google account submenu. Sometimes holidays hide there like Easter eggs!

Troubleshooting Common Holiday Calendar Issues

If holidays still aren’t showing after these steps, try these tricks: First, force stop the calendar app in your phone settings (Settings > Apps > Calendar > Force Stop). Then clear the cache (same menu). Still no luck? Check if your Samsung Calendar app needs updating in the Galaxy Store. Some users report that downloading the “Holidays for Calendar” plugin from the Galaxy Store does the trick for older models.

Remember, holiday display can vary by region. If you’re an expat or frequently travel, you might want to enable holidays for multiple countries. In the calendar settings, look for “More calendars” or “Other calendars” to add additional countries’ holiday sets. Super handy for staying on top of international observances!

To wrap it up, getting holidays to show on your Samsung calendar is usually a quick toggle in settings, but might require some account syncing for certain models. The key is checking both Samsung and Google calendar settings if you use both services. Once set up, you’ll enjoy colorful holiday markers for everything from major festivals to obscure observances (hello, National Donut Day!).

FAQpro Thanks for reading, pals! Now you’re all set to never miss another holiday. If you’re still having trouble or want to know how to customize holiday alerts, hit up our contact page. Your Holiday Little Assistant is always here to help make every day feel special!