{"id":11466,"date":"2025-08-05T06:30:41","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T18:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.publicholidaycalendar.com\/en\/?p=11466"},"modified":"2025-08-05T06:30:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T18:30:41","slug":"how-to-update-holiday-hours-on-google-a-step-by-step-guide-for-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.publicholidaycalendar.com\/en\/how-to-update-holiday-hours-on-google-a-step-by-step-guide-for-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Update Holiday Hours on Google: A Step-by-Step Guide for Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"How<\/p>\n

Hey there folks! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant here, ready to help you tackle those pesky holiday hour updates on Google. Nothing’s worse than customers showing up when you’re closed for the holidays, am I right? Let’s get your business info squared away so you can enjoy those well-deserved days off without any headaches.<\/p>\n

Why Updating Your Holiday Hours Matters<\/h2>\n

Listen up, business owners – keeping your Google hours current isn’t just about avoiding frustrated customers banging on your locked doors. It’s about:
\n\u2022 Building trust with your community (“Wow, this place is on top of things!”)
\n\u2022 Avoiding those nasty “permanently closed” mix-ups (Google’s algorithm can be jumpy)
\n\u2022 Getting found by customers searching “open now” during busy seasons
\n\u2022 Looking professional when folks check your hours last-minute for gift shopping<\/p>\n

Step-by-Step: How to Change Your Holiday Hours<\/h2>\n

Alright, let’s roll up our sleeves – here’s how to update those special hours in Google My Business: <\/p>\n

1. Log into your Google My Business account<\/b> (that’s your business’s Google profile, not your personal email)
\n2. Click on “Info” in the left-hand menu
\n3. Scroll down to the “Hours” section and look for “Special hours”
\n4. Click “Add new date” and select your holiday closure dates
\n5. Choose whether you’re:
\n – Closed all day (check the box)
\n – Open with different hours (set your temporary times)
\n6. Hit “Apply” and give it about 24 hours to show up live<\/p>\n

Pro Tips from a Holiday Hours Veteran<\/h2>\n

After helping hundreds of businesses with this, here are my insider secrets:
\n\u2022 Plan ahead:<\/b> Set next year’s holiday hours as soon as you know them – mark your calendar!
\n\u2022 Double-check dates:<\/b> I’ve seen SO many businesses accidentally set hours for the wrong year
\n\u2022 Use the mobile app:<\/b> Sometimes it updates faster than the desktop version
\n\u2022 Add a holiday note:<\/b> In your business description, mention “Check holiday hours before visiting!”<\/p>\n

Common Problems (And How to Fix Them)<\/h2>\n

Uh-oh – something not working right? Here’s troubleshooting for frequent issues: <\/p>\n

“My changes aren’t showing up!”<\/b>
\n\u2022 Refresh your browser and wait 24 hours
\n\u2022 Try updating from a different device
\n\u2022 Make sure you’re using the primary account (not a “manager” profile) <\/p>\n

“I don’t see the Special Hours option!”<\/b>
\n\u2022 You might need to verify your business first
\n\u2022 Check you’re looking at the right location if you have multiple <\/p>\n

“Customers keep calling about hours!”<\/b>
\n\u2022 Add your holiday schedule to your website and social media too
\n\u2022 Put a sign on your door at least 2 weeks before the holiday<\/p>\n

Alright friends, that’s the full scoop on keeping your Google holiday hours accurate! Remember – a few minutes updating your profile saves you tons of “Sorry, we’re closed” headaches later. Want more holiday biz tips? Just holler at your friendly Holiday Little Assistant!<\/p>\n

Faqpro Thanks for reading, I hope this guide helps you master Google holiday hour updates like a pro! Got more questions? We’ve got answers – just reach out anytime.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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