Christmas and holiday trading / Gloo Local
2026-12-01 to 2026-12-25
Christmas is 25 December. Hanukkah runs from sunset 4 December through 12 December 2026; treat it as a distinct observance, not a Christmas promotion.

SAMPLE BRIEFS, NOT CASE STUDIES

Restaurant: A group dining campaign with useful booking details
Show group-size limits, menu choices, deposit policy and dates. Separate festive lunches from Christmas Day dining.
Caption: Bring your team together. Explore festive group menus and check available dates.

Retailer: A gift guide organised around the recipient
Use real products, budget bands, wrapping options and collection deadlines. Do not label every customer as celebrating Christmas.
Caption: Gifts for the people on your list. Browse our edit and check collection deadlines.

Hotel: A festive visit with travel and dining clarity
Show the relevant event, dress code, family suitability and reservation conditions. Keep venue hours current.
Caption: Plan your festive visit. See dining options, event times and reservation details.

SEVEN-DAY CHECKLIST
Day 1: Check the local baseline: scan the location and relevant buying keyword.
Day 2: Verify holiday hours, services, booking links and website details.
Day 3: Choose one offer with clear availability and a real next step.
Day 4: Create branded videos, carousels and image posts with Gloo AI Studio.
Day 5: Approve a week, month or longer programme and schedule Instagram and GBP publishing.
Day 6: Respond to genuine reviews and answer recurring customer questions.
Day 7: Compare Maps visibility, website visits and enquiries against the previous period.

Sources
India Post public holiday calendar: https://www.indiapost.gov.in/holidays-list
US Office of Personnel Management holiday dates: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism 2026 retail calendar: https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/newsroom/press-releases/dubai-unveils-2026-retail-calendar
Chabad Hanukkah 2026 dates: https://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/article_cdo/aid/605036/jewish/Hanukkah-2026-FAQ.htm
Reviewed 2026-10-04. Confirm actual prices, availability and permissions.