Holiday period clause: Copy, customize, and use instantly
Introduction
A holiday period clause defines how contractual obligations, deadlines, or operations are affected during public, national, or company-specific holiday periods. It helps prevent misunderstandings around timing, service delivery, and availability during recognized non-working days.
Below are templates for holiday period clauses tailored to different scenarios. Copy, customize, and insert them into your agreement.
Standard holiday period clause
This version pauses obligations during holidays.
No obligations, deadlines, or deliverables under this agreement shall be due during a recognized public holiday period in the jurisdiction where the affected party operates. Any such obligation shall automatically roll over to the next business day following the holiday period.
Holiday period clause with predefined blackout dates
This version includes fixed dates when services are paused.
The parties acknowledge and agree that no services shall be required or expected during the following holiday periods: [Insert dates]. Any deadlines falling within these periods will be extended to the next working day.
Holiday period clause with mutual notice requirement
This version requires prior notice if holidays will affect performance.
Each party agrees to provide at least [X] days' written notice of any extended holiday period that may impact performance under this agreement. Upon receipt of such notice, the affected deadlines will be adjusted by mutual agreement.
Holiday period clause with no service guarantee
This version disclaims availability during holidays.
The [Provider] makes no guarantee of service availability, responsiveness, or support during holiday periods recognized in [Jurisdiction]. Any time-sensitive obligations will be deferred until the first business day after such period.
Holiday period clause with operational continuity
This version ensures service continues during holidays.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the [Provider] shall maintain normal operations during holiday periods. If any reduction in services is anticipated, the [Provider] will notify the [Customer] in advance and implement reasonable contingency measures.
Holiday period clause with extension of timeframes
This version automatically extends deadlines.
If any delivery, milestone, or performance obligation is scheduled during a holiday period, the timeframe shall be automatically extended to the next business day without penalty or breach of contract.
Holiday period clause with country-specific holidays
This version clarifies which country’s holidays apply.
For the purposes of this agreement, “holiday period” refers to official public holidays observed in [Country or Region], where the receiving party is located. Deadlines or service expectations will be adjusted accordingly.
Holiday period clause with mutual acknowledgment of peak seasons
This version adjusts expectations during peak holiday seasons.
The parties acknowledge that peak holiday periods (e.g., year-end, national festivals) may affect resource availability and timelines. Both parties will make reasonable efforts to accommodate any adjustments needed during such times.
Holiday period clause with billing pause
This version pauses billing during holiday downtime.
If services are suspended for five (5) or more consecutive days due to a holiday period, billing for that duration shall be paused unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Holiday period clause with fallback contacts
This version includes backup contacts during holidays.
During any declared holiday period, each party shall provide a fallback point of contact for urgent matters. Response times may be longer than usual, and non-critical issues may be addressed after the holiday period ends.
Holiday period clause with employee-specific leave periods
This version allows employees to take holidays during specified periods.
Employees may take time off during recognized holiday periods, subject to approval by the employer. Requests must be made at least [X] weeks in advance, and any unused holiday days must be taken before the end of the calendar year.
Holiday period clause with holiday pay conditions
This version defines compensation during holiday periods.
If an employee works during a recognized public holiday, they will receive compensation at a rate of [X] times their standard hourly wage. This applies only to official holidays as defined by law in the [Jurisdiction].
Holiday period clause with flexible holiday usage
This version offers flexibility in choosing holiday dates.
Employees are entitled to [X] days of holiday per year. The holiday period may be taken at any time during the calendar year, subject to prior approval from management and business needs.
Holiday period clause with non-working days during holidays
This version declares non-working days during holiday periods.
The company will not operate on the following public holidays: [Insert dates]. During these periods, no work will be required, and business operations will be paused, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Holiday period clause with adjustment of work deadlines
This version adjusts work deadlines during holidays.
Any deadlines or performance milestones falling within a holiday period shall be extended to the first business day following the holiday period without penalty or breach of contract.
Holiday period clause with reduced operations
This version specifies reduced operations during holidays.
During the official holiday period, [Provider] will operate with reduced capacity, including limited staff and availability. Customers will be notified in advance if services are impacted.
Holiday period clause with seasonal business hours
This version adjusts business hours during the holiday period.
The business hours of [Provider] will be modified during the holiday period as follows: [Insert adjusted hours]. Any service requests outside of these hours will be addressed the following business day.
Holiday period clause with holiday scheduling preference
This version prioritizes employee scheduling preferences.
Employees who request holiday leave during recognized public holidays will be given priority for the first [X] days, based on seniority and operational needs. Requests should be submitted no later than [X] days before the holiday period.
Holiday period clause with service availability guarantee
This version includes a guarantee of availability during holidays.
Despite holiday periods, [Provider] guarantees the availability of critical services during [specified holidays]. For non-essential services, there will be no guarantees of availability during these times.
Holiday period clause with mandatory shutdown
This version mandates a shutdown during certain holidays.
The company will close for [X] days during the [holiday name] period. No work will be performed, and all project timelines will be extended accordingly.
Holiday period clause with customized holiday periods
This version defines custom holiday periods for specific agreements.
The holiday period for [specific department/region/team] shall be from [start date] to [end date], as mutually agreed upon. Any deadlines falling within this period will be adjusted accordingly.
Holiday period clause with back-up service options
This version outlines back-up services during holiday periods.
During holiday periods, [Provider] will offer back-up service options in case of urgent needs. Customers will be notified in advance about availability and potential delays.
Holiday period clause with employee holiday swap
This version allows employees to swap holiday periods.
Employees may swap holiday periods with prior approval from management, provided that such changes do not impact the overall operational capacity during the holiday season.
Holiday period clause with service blackout dates
This version includes specific blackout dates during holidays.
Services will not be available from [start date] to [end date] due to the holiday period. Customers should plan accordingly, and all deadlines will be extended until the next available working day.
Holiday period clause with extended holiday leave for senior staff
This version grants senior employees additional holiday leave.
Senior employees, as defined by company policy, are entitled to an additional [X] days of holiday leave during the holiday period. These additional days must be used by the end of the year.
Holiday period clause with holiday-specific project timelines
This version adjusts project timelines to accommodate holiday periods.
Project timelines will automatically be extended by [X] days for each recognized holiday during the project. This extension will apply only to official public holidays and does not include weekends.
Holiday period clause with reduced holiday entitlement
This version reduces holiday entitlement during the holiday period for certain staff.
Employees employed for less than [X] months during the holiday period will be entitled to a reduced number of holiday days, calculated based on the length of their employment.
Holiday period clause with temporary suspension of billing
This version suspends billing during holiday periods.
If services are suspended for more than [X] consecutive days due to a holiday period, billing will be temporarily suspended until services are resumed. This applies unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Holiday period clause with advance holiday notification
This version requires advanced notice for holiday scheduling.
All employees must notify management of their holiday leave at least [X] weeks in advance. Failure to provide sufficient notice may result in the denial of requested leave during peak holiday periods.
Holiday period clause with holiday period suspension of penalties
This version suspends penalties during holiday periods.
No penalties for delayed performance shall be assessed during the official holiday period as defined by this agreement. Any delays during this period will be adjusted without any additional penalties.
Holiday period clause with no delivery guarantees
This version disclaims delivery guarantees during holidays.
No delivery guarantees will be provided during the holiday period. Any scheduled deliveries or milestones falling within this period may be delayed without penalty, and customers will be notified of any changes.
Holiday period clause with priority for emergency services
This version gives priority to emergency services during holidays.
During any holiday period, emergency services will be prioritized. Non-critical requests may be subject to longer response times and will be addressed when possible after the holiday period.
Holiday period clause with holiday pay adjustment
This version adjusts employee pay for holiday periods.
Employees working during recognized holiday periods will receive an additional [X]% of their regular hourly wage as holiday pay. This applies only to official public holidays.
Holiday period clause with service resumption delay
This version delays service resumption after holidays.
Any services paused during the holiday period will resume no later than [X] business days after the holiday period ends. Delays beyond this period will be communicated in advance.
Holiday period clause with no holiday leave carryover
This version limits holiday leave carryover.
Any unused holiday leave not taken during the calendar year will not carry over to the following year. Employees are encouraged to utilize their full holiday entitlement by [end of year].
Holiday period clause with temporary holiday closures
This version includes a temporary holiday closure.
The company will be temporarily closed during the holiday period from [start date] to [end date]. Any service requests or inquiries received during this period will be processed after the holiday closure.
Holiday period clause with holiday-specific working hours
This version adjusts working hours during the holidays.
During the holiday period, the company’s working hours will be adjusted to [insert hours], with exceptions made for urgent needs. All service requests outside these hours will be addressed during the next working day.
Holiday period clause with maximum holiday leave accumulation
This version caps holiday leave accumulation.
Employees may accumulate a maximum of [X] days of holiday leave per year. Any leave beyond this limit will be forfeited unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
Holiday period clause with automatic service suspension
This version automatically suspends services during holidays.
Services will be automatically suspended during the official holiday period from [start date] to [end date]. Any affected deadlines or obligations will be adjusted accordingly.
Holiday period clause with mutually agreed-upon service schedule
This version requires mutual agreement for scheduling during holidays.
Any adjustments to service schedules during holiday periods will be mutually agreed upon by both parties. Both parties will make reasonable efforts to accommodate each other's schedules during this time.
Holiday period clause with contingency plans
This version includes contingency planning during holiday periods.
Both parties agree to prepare contingency plans to minimize the impact of any holiday period disruptions on the services provided. These plans will be shared and agreed upon before the holiday period begins.
Holiday period clause with flexible response time during holidays
This version offers flexible response time during holidays.
Response times to inquiries or service requests may be extended during the holiday period. The parties acknowledge that response times may be longer than usual and will make reasonable efforts to address urgent matters promptly.
Holiday period clause with extended deadlines for specific industries
This version extends deadlines for specific industries during holidays.
For industries directly impacted by holiday periods (e.g., retail, logistics), the deadlines for deliverables will be extended by [X] days. This extension will apply only to official public holidays in the jurisdiction.
Holiday period clause with employee availability during holidays
This version outlines employee availability during holidays.
Employees are required to provide availability during the holiday period based on their department's needs. Any exceptions to this requirement must be approved by management in advance.
Holiday period clause with holiday-specific maintenance schedules
This version adjusts maintenance schedules during the holiday period.
The maintenance schedule for [service/product] will be adjusted during the holiday period. Any planned maintenance or updates will occur between [dates], and customers will be notified in advance.
Holiday period clause with limited holiday leave carryover
This version limits the carryover of unused holiday leave.
Employees may carry over a maximum of [X] days of unused holiday leave into the following year. Any additional unused leave will be forfeited unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
Holiday period clause with no service obligations during peak periods
This version removes service obligations during peak holiday periods.
No service obligations shall apply during peak holiday periods (e.g., year-end, national holidays). Any deadlines or deliverables falling within these periods will be postponed until the next working day.
Holiday period clause with holiday period contingency fees
This version includes contingency fees for holiday disruptions.
In the event of service disruption during the holiday period, a contingency fee of [X]% of the total service charge will be applied to cover any additional efforts required to restore services.
Holiday period clause with no penalty for holiday-related delays
This version waives penalties for holiday-related delays.
No penalties will be imposed for delays or disruptions caused by the holiday period. Any project timelines affected by these delays will be extended without consequence.
Holiday period clause with customer acknowledgment of holiday impact
This version includes customer acknowledgment of the holiday period’s impact.
The customer acknowledges that delays, reduced service availability, or extended response times may occur during the holiday period and agrees to accommodate such impacts in the agreed-upon timelines.
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