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Happy holidays

Business holiday card messages

Holiday card messages for clients, customers, employees and coworkers: professional, warm wording to copy and sign as a company or yourself.

By Thoughtful Spot · Updated · How we write

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OccasionHappy holidays
ForA client

Business holiday cards are a thank-you in disguise. Keep it short, sincere and free of sales talk.

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Prints two pages on letter paper: print page 2 on the back of page 1 (two-sided, flip on short edge), then fold in half for a 5.5 x 8.5 in card. Nothing you type leaves your browser.

11 happy holidays messages you can copy

Simple

  • Happy holidays, [name]! Wishing you rest, warmth and time with the people you love.
  • Warm wishes for the holidays and a happy new year.
  • Season’s greetings, and all the best for the year ahead.
  • Wishing you a bright, peaceful holiday season.
  • Sending cheer your way this holiday season.

Formal

  • Thank you for your partnership this year. Wishing you a restful holiday season and a successful new year.
  • All of us are grateful for the chance to work with you. Happy holidays and best wishes for the year ahead.
  • With sincere thanks for your trust and support, we wish you a happy holiday season.
  • Wishing you and your team a well-earned break and a prosperous new year.
  • It has been a pleasure working together this year. Season’s greetings to you and your family.
  • Thank you for everything you did for the team this year. Enjoy the holidays; you have earned them.

How to write it

  • Thank them for something specific from the year.
  • Sign by hand, even on printed cards.
  • Keep it about them: no offers or sales pitches.
  • Send early in December so it does not get lost in the rush.

What to avoid

  • Discount codes or sales language.
  • Religious wording unless you know the client well.

About these messages

Every message here was written for Thoughtful Spot. Use them as they are, or as a starting point: one line that sounds like you is better than three that do not. Updated 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What do you write in a business holiday card?

"Thank you for your partnership this year. Wishing you a restful holiday season and a successful new year." Then sign it yourself.

Should a company card say Merry Christmas?

Most businesses use "Happy holidays" or "Season’s greetings" so the card fits every client.

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