How to Use the Holidays Tool
Plan your year by tracking national holidays from over 200 countries.
- Official vs. Observance: We clearly label whether a day is a Gazetted National Holiday (day off) or a Cultural Observance.
- Regional Accuracy: If a holiday is only celebrated in specific states or provinces, it is marked with a "Regional" tag.
- Universal Export: Save any holiday directly to your Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, or Outlook using our instant export tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this holiday data come from?
Our holiday data is sourced from the Calendarific API, a professional service that aggregates public holiday information from official government sources worldwide. This ensures the data is accurate and reliable.
What is the difference between a National Holiday and an Observance?
A National Holiday is a legally recognized day off where government offices, banks, and most businesses are closed. An Observance is a day of cultural, religious, or historical significance, but it is typically a regular working day.
How often is the data refreshed?
The holiday data for each country is fetched for the entire year and then cached on our server for a period of one week. This ensures that the page loads quickly for you while still allowing for any new, official holiday declarations to be reflected in a timely manner.