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2024

Salon & Spa


Marketing
Calendar
Plan a successful year with marketing
tips and promotional ideas
2024 SALON & SPA
MARKETING CALENDAR
We’re READY for you, 2024!
We don’t know about you, but we’re feeling BIG success vibes riding
on the changing winds of the new year ahead. If you thought 2023 was
great, prepare yourself for a SPECTACULAR 2024 filled with bookings
galore, revenue growth (personal growth too, of course!), incredible
opportunities, and fresh perspectives that bring us all closer to our
goals and dreams.
Our special edition annual Marketing Calendar has been thoughtfully
curated to help you knock your marketing campaigns out of the park,
raise the roof on bookings, and maximize earnings. Get inspired to
show 2024 what you’re made of with our monthly promotional ideas
focused around the seasons, must-know marketing tips and tactics,
industry stats, and more! We can’t wait for you to step into this new
year armed and ready to reach your success potential!
JANUARY
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January is the perfect time to push for more
membership and package sales that will set you
up for increased bookings and revenue in the
International Mind- months ahead. While self-care and starting fresh
New Year’s Day Body Wellness Day are on the minds of many at the beginning of
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 the new year, it’s a great opportunity to amp up
your membership and package sale efforts and
communicate the value of the VIP perks that
come with them. Make sure your entire crew is
National Bubble Law Enforcement on-board by setting a monthly goal and holding
Bath Day Appreciation Day weekly check-ins to share progress and tips to
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National Dress Up Martin Luther King
Your Pet Day Jr. Day National DJ Day What better time than now to evaluate previous
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 year performance and set your sights on bigger
and better things in 2024? Kick things off by
getting up, close, and personal with your goals.
When it comes to data and analytics, Meevo’s
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reporting capabilities reign supreme. From
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sales statistics and client retention to employee
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crucial metrics like these will give you a 360°
view of your business and empower you to more
effectively define your future goals.
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AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


Hello 2024! As we embark on a brand new year, it’s an opportunity  New State of Mind: With International Mind-Body Wellness Day on the 3rd,
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to start fresh, realign with your goals, strong arm your marketing it’s a no-brainer day for spas to run an irresistible self-care special. Consider
efforts, and strategically leverage tools and tactics that will help offering a discount on a therapeutic service like a hot stone massage or create
you attract more guests, boost bookings, and keep your revenue a mind-body bundle of take-home products at a reduced rate. Take it a step
streams flowing. further by crafting your promotional materials with colors that represent
relaxation, abundance, and tranquility like green, blue, and lavender.
January is all about NEWNESS. Rejuvenation, renewal, and
revitalization are the vibes this month and it’s the perfect time to
 resh Foot Forward: In celebration of National Bubble Bath Day on the 8th,
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focus your promotions around that feel-good energy!
offer your clientele a blissful and bubbly pedicure special that’ll give them an
extra pep in their step! It might not be the typical full-body candlelit bubble
bath, but with the right aromatherapy and maybe even a paraffin dip, there’s
no doubt your guests will be in a state of relaxation from head to toe.

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Appreciation Day by giving your local officers a fresh new do at an irresistible
INCREASING CUSTOMER RETENTION BY reduced rate. Throw in a complimentary silky-smooth beard treatment and
they’ll be strutting out of your salon feeling like a perfectly pampered king.
JUST 5% CAN INCREASE PROFITS BY

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a flyer so they’re in the know!

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FEBRUARY
BLACK HISTORY MONTH

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A great way to empower your staff while also
boosting revenue, is to give them special
discount codes to leverage with guests. They
National Carrot can use these to encourage clients to extend
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4 5 6 7 8 9 10 along at a discount. This helps increase
retention, cross-sells, and even helps fill slower
times throughout the month.

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Galentine’s Day MEEVO TIP


Singles Random Acts of
Mardis Gras Valentine’s Day Awareness Day Kindness Day When was the last time you checked in with your
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 clients on their beauty and wellness goals? If
it’s been a while, now is a great time to discuss
their treatment preferences, new services or
products they might want to try, and what their
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long-term self-care needs are. The good news
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is that you can easily keep track of all these
25 26 27 28 29 important details and updates with Meevo’s
Client Preferences. Consider it your life-saving
client memo solution that helps you personalize
each and every experience!
Pink Shirt Day
(Anti-Bullying Day)
FEBRUARY YOUR MONTHLY PLAN

AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


While Valentine’s Day might be the most noteworthy holiday this  elf-Love Soiree: Singles Awareness Day may not be the most celebrated
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month, there are a number of other happening days that will make occasion of the month, but your clients “flying solo” deserve special treatment
February exciting and lucratively rewarding! The chill hasn’t quite too! Promote a self-love soiree event at your salon or spa and make the day
left the air yet, but there’s no doubt your clients are already catching fun and exciting by offering guests a day of pampering with exclusive savings.
that pre-spring fever. Play off of those vibes and consider running Combine a manicure with haircare services at a reduced rate or free add-ons
specials focused around both the approaching sunnier days ahead and upgrades with any massage to show your single clients a little extra love.
and the end of the winter season, too. You could also offer a “single together” incentive with 20% off any service when
guests bring a buddy. Don’t forget to top off the soiree with a glass of bubbles
and a sweet treat to make it extra memorable!

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14th, it’s just the right time to invite your clients and their significant others to
celebrate the romantic occasion by indulging in some TLC together. Offer a

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pedicure for two with a special $20 off incentive they won’t be able to resist. For

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spas, couples massages are of course a no-brainer on Valentine’s Day but why
not sweeten the deal with some cryotherapy or a CBD oil upgrade at no extra
cost? Be sure to communicate the savings value in promotional campaigns so
your clientele knows they’re getting a lot of bang for their buck.

 inter R&R: Many of your clients are battling the last few weeks of winter-
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weary skin and hair, and could use some R&R (rescue and relief) before the
OF CONSUMERS MAKE UNPLANNED warm weather hits. Chemical peels are the perfect spa treatment to revive
PURCHASES MERELY BECAUSE OF A color, tone, and texture. Promote a ‘BOGO 30% off’ deal to lock in more future
appointments and keep guests on a healthy skincare regimen. Salons: stay
DISCOUNT OR COUPON OFFER.
focused on hydrating and reparative services like keratin treatments and deep
(SOURCE: RETAILMENOT, INC.) conditioning masks that’ll bring their thirsty locks back to life.
MARCH
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

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Did you know that 98% of text messages are
opened? Don’t miss out on the most effective
way to send promotions, reminders, exclusive
Employee discounts and more. Make text messaging a
Appreciation Day vital part of your marketing plan, and save time
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 by automating texts like confirmations or post
appointment reviews.

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Daylight Savings National Plant a
Time Begins Flower Day Pi Day Meevo’s unique and easy-to-use Walk-
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appointment book full and your team
productive day-in and day-out. Walk-In
Manager allows both employees and guests
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to add names to the appointment queue to
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fill last-minute openings due to cancellations,
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your front desk and preventing missed
revenue opportunities.
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MARCH YOUR MONTHLY PLAN

AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


The temps are at last starting to rise and the winter season officially  uck Be a Lady: Celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th by showing
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comes to a close on March 19th–yay! Get your beauty business your recognition and gratitude for all the incredible women who make the
team in a spring fever state of mind and start thinking about the top world better and brighter. Whether it’s a discount on any service or an exclusive
services your clients are likely to request this month. Think lighter promotion on specific treatments, make all the lovely ladies feel extra lucky on
locks, shorter cuts, dewy glowing skin, bright-colored manis and this day. Want to take it a step further? Create mini take-home swag bags filled
pedis, brightening facials, and anything that’ll give guests a boost as with product samples, coupons, and a thoughtful card to commemorate the
they transition into the sunnier season. day and remind them how important they are.

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your clients a little teaser! Drum up more bookings and boost revenue by
discounting “mini” service sessions like 30-minute express Swedish massages,
glow on the go facials, bang trims, toning glosses to quickly revive color, etc.
Create a mini service menu of treatments that take 30 minutes or less and will
get guests in the door to fill those in-between appointment vacancies.

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irresistible bundle of products (or should we say pot of gold) at an irresistible

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price. If retail sales have been waning, now’s your chance to make it rain.
Whether it’s an exclusive line of styling products, bath and body care sets, or
hand-picked items you’re well-stocked with, guests will be doing the happy
leprechaun dance over those savings!

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OF TOTAL REVENUE.
(SOURCE: TRAFFT)
APRIL
STRESS AWARENESS MONTH

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Spring is a great time to refresh and elevate your
branding so you can stand out from the crowd.
Inspect your website, booking process, social
April Fool’s Day
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Easter Monday Burrito Day storefront to be sure everything aligns. Look at
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 your colors, logos and language in particular to
create a more cohesive brand that attracts your
perfect guest.

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Get to Know Your
Customers Day Did you know 51% of consumers use at least
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 one form of contactless payment? If you
haven’t yet made the transition to chairside
checkout, then now’s your chance! It’s a huge
Earth Day time-saver for clients and allows you to add
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products, book future appointments, and save
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preferences for a guest right on the spot.
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AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


Spring is a time of renewal. Emerging from the colder days of winter,  low Up: Now’s the time to promote anything that helps guests get their skin
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clients may be looking to lighten up and soothe parched skin. Tailor soft and glowing. Offer special discounts or packages for body scrubs, vitamin
your treatments to both the rainy days of spring (ugh, frizz) and also C facials, self-tanning sessions and moisturizers. You can also run a discount on
prepare guests for sunnier days ahead. Bring on the pastels! highlights for returning guests or guests who haven’t booked in awhile and give
them that special glow.
April is Stress Awareness Month and what better stress buster than
a good massage, meditation session or visit to the sauna? And
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don’t be surprised when you start getting bridal bookings for the
less. This helps preserve natural oils and can save up to 6 gallons of water per
upcoming wedding season.
shower. Hold specials on dry shampoo and introduce guests to low and no
suds options for cleansing their locks. Bonus: washing less also helps fight frizz
during damper months.

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for guests looking to tame their mane and keep that glossy look no matter the

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weather. You can even promote special pricing on Brazilian blowouts, or offer

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free deep conditioning add ons for a treatment guests can’t refuse.

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OF CONSUMERS CLAIM THEY ONLY BUY


ECO-FRIENDLY BEAUTY PRODUCTS
(SOURCE: GREENPRINT)
MAY
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

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How are your email campaigns performing?
Have you reviewed your metrics lately? Checked
open rates? If the numbers are lackluster,
it’s worth doing a little A/B testing to realign
May Day Star Wars Day your messaging and better understand what
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 resonates with your subscribers. Test subject
lines, calls-to-action, imagery, content, tone of
voice, etc.—just don’t test them all at once! It’s
best to focus on one element at a time and go
National Teacher from there. Take these learnings and leverage
Cinco De Mayo Nurses Day Appreciation Day them to craft more engaging emails your clients
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 can’t wait to read!

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National National Armed
Mother’s Day Pizza Party Day Forces Day If you want to keep your team goal-oriented
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 (and who doesn’t?) check out Meevo’s
customizable Smart Centers. Team members
can easily access real-time data to keep tabs on
personal and business goals Plus, they can more
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easily book appointments, check out guests and
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adjust schedules.
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Memorial Day

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MAY
YOUR MONTHLY PLAN

AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


May is the month of mothers and flowers and sunshine! Filled with  om Goals: Every mother loves to be pampered and appreciated, and she
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some great celebration days, this month is a boon for the beauty deserves it! This Mother’s Day, create special pamper packages at different
and wellness industry. You’ll want to pay extra attention to your price points. Offer everything from a luxurious day of services to a bundle of
marketing efforts and productivity to make sure you max out your mini-treatments. Try giving free product goodie bags (with a 10% off coupon for
results. Be sure to get organized ahead of time to kick out all those future visits) with any purchase or treatment.
awesome promotions.
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May also happens to be Mental Health Awareness month, a nice
around National Wine Day? Create fun social media posts to let your clientele
opportunity to encourage guests to come in for some necessary
know. You could even host a fun promotion where groups of 3 or more get a free
self-care and “me time.”
bottle of wine when they come in during the month of May.

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their best too, especially after all they have done to help us get through the

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pandemic. Show your gratitude and appreciation by offering a discount for

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nurses, health care workers and first responders during the month of May.
Massages, wellness treatments or even a full makeover package are all great
options to say thanks.

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OF CONSUMERS PREFER AN
AUTHENTIC BRAND IMAGE
AND HONEST PERSONALITY.
(SOURCE: FORBES)
JUNE
PRIDE MONTH

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June’s gonna be busy: weddings, graduations,
vacations, you name it. Keeping your social
media feed updated will be more important
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Something than ever. Offer quality, on-brand content in the
Nice Day form of before-and-afters, staff introductions
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 and monthly promotions. Try sharing tutorials
on services, tools and products. Always be sure
to include your online booking link!

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Survivors Day Environment Day Donut Day Friend Day

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all the guesswork out of your marketing plan.
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manage your online reputation and run your
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social media accounts in a snap.
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Media Day
JUNE
YOUR MONTHLY PLAN

AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


The days are long and the beaches are calling–summer has  ummer is Hair: All that sun and surf takes its toll on our hair. Run a promotion
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finally arrived! offering discounted glossing services or bundle products that protect hair
from salt, chlorine and UV rays. You can even package products with a custom
Whether you’re celebrating our LGBTQIA+ community members or
balayage to brighten and protect your clients’ tresses.
dads who need a little R&R, June is a month of love, acceptance
and donuts. Throw a pride party, hold a fundraiser for the depleting
 apper Dad: Get the gift certificates ready! Create a custom service package or
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rainforest and get ready to welcome the throngs of wedding parties
gift certificate with all the right things to celebrate dad. Combine things like a
ready to get gussied up for the big day.
male mani-pedi, custom shave, sports massage, hydrotherapy or some time in
the infrared sauna.

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Offer sweet little add-ons like travel-size products, discounts on booking
multiple services, wine, champagne or even a little bouquet of flowers during
a consultation.

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OF BEAUTY PRACTITIONERS SAY ONLINE


TUTORIALS HELP ENGAGE CLIENTS.
(SOURCE: THE BOTTOM LINE)
JULY
UV SAFETY MONTH

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Need an easy way to ensure guests keep coming
back? Start a loyalty program! Give guest points
every time they come in for a service or take
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Plastic Bag other actions like posting a five star review,
Free Day Independence Day National Bikini Day pre-booking their next appointment before
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 checkout or making a referral. Assign benefits
and/or discounts to different point amounts and
watch the revenue roll in.
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Chocolate Day
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Islamic New Year Kitten Day Simplicity Day

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National Clean National
Beauty Day Tattoo Day Setting your team up for success means giving
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 them the right tools. Meevo’s eLearning &
Academy have personalized, role-based
learning you can access 24/7. Our training
videos, guides, self-check quizzes and in-depth
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certifications cover everything from onboarding
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and day-to-day operations to advanced
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stays in-the-know.

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Parents’ Day Lipstick Day Avocado Day
JULY
YOUR MONTHLY PLAN

AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


The weather is hot, hot, hot and so is your chance to attract  SalonSelfies: Ask guests to take selfies after their cut, color, massage or facial
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new guests. services to show off their new vibe and glowing skin. Have clients post on their
social account, then tag your business for all their audience to see. You can
Double down on your marketing efforts and make this July a
even offer a discount or loyalty points for posting.
Declaration of Relaxation! Give services fun, festive names. Bundle
head-to-toe packages and offer a ‘buy 3 services and get a 4th free,’
 ll American Beauty: Promote Independence Day specials that help keep
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to encourage guests to keep coming back.
everyone looking their finest during the summer season. Gel or dip powder
mani-pedis, custom spray tans and even waxing services will all help guests
look their best for those 4th of July parties and bbq’s.

 xpress-ive: Want to maximize both your and your clients’ time? Offer blocks of
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express services like lash tints, blowouts or chair massages to fill in scheduling
gaps, keep service providers busy and increase your frequency of visit rate.

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THE SALON INDUSTRY IS A

$ 47BILLION
INDUSTRY IN THE U.S. ALONE.
(SOURCE: GITNUX)
AUGUST
NATIONAL WELLNESS MONTH

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Hosting events at your salon or spa is a great
way to easily grow your clientele, while also
fostering a stronger relationship with existing
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Girlfriend Day a particular holiday, or a “no reason” wine and
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 cheese night with free samples and special
pricing, your clients will love the opportunity
to get out and mingle in a fun social setting! Be
Sisters’ Day sure to promote the occasion as a bring-a-friend
National event so you can connect with more potential
Friendship Day Heroes’ Day Book Lovers Day new clients!
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National National National Tell a National
Balayage Week Left-Handers Day Relaxation Day Joke Day Nonprofit Day Membership programs are the perfect way
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 to create reliable revenue while adding value
for your guests. With features like automated
billing, multi-location access and split and swap,
Meevo makes it easy to create, promote, and
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track the perfect membership for your business.
Citizens Day

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Women’s National
Equality Day Beach Day
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AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


August brings the last vestiges of summertime, but with lots of  ive Back: For National Nonprofit Day, raise funds for a local or national charity
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awesome ways to attract new and repeat guests. Hello, National you love. Hold a food, toy or clothing drive or donate a portion of all proceeds.
Balayage Week anyone?!? Promote a big end of summer blowout MeevoPay lets you enable charitable donations for eCommerce and POS
(literally and figuratively!) and be sure to reach out to clients who transactions to make giving back even easier.
haven’t been back in a few months.
 FF BOGO: Give clients a special discount for their besties on August 4th to
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celebrate National Friendship Day. Create a BOGO promo with a discount on
services when you bring a friend. Keep the vibes rolling with fun music, snacks
and a selfie station for sharing all the joy.

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a special female-identifying only discount or add-on. Spotlight your female
employees and give shoutouts on your social media accounts. Be sure to use
those hashtags to up the ante on engagement!

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9 OUT OF 10
PEOPLE READ THEIR TEXTS WITHIN THE
FIRST 3 MINUTES.
(SOURCE: VENTURE BEAT)
SEPTEMBER
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Get in back to school mode by inspecting
your website. Make sure you have all the right
elements in place: easy online booking, a clear
‘Book Now’ CTA, updated location and hours,
Labor Day Read a Book Day World Beard Day services, pricing, staff profiles,and social media
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 handles. It should also be easy to navigate and
user friendly all the way through booking.

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Grandparents’ Day Patriot Day Encouragement Beautiful Day

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Wife National Working International Day
Appreciation Day Parents Day of Peace A data-driven marketing plan that brings the
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 results means running reports that matter. Over
150 Meevo reports help you track important
KPIs like client retention, average ticket,
productivity, frequency of visit and more so you
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can keep crushing those goals through the end
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of the year!
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National
Coffee Day
SEPTEMBER YOUR MONTHLY PLAN

AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


It’s back to school season and everyone’s getting ready to put their  ack to Cool: Help your clientele get freshened up for the school year! Offer
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bathing suits away. As you transition into fall, promote those Labor discounts for college students or teachers. Promote trims, a color refresh or
Day deals and start going through inventory to keep things up to quick cuts for the kiddos. You could even hold a supply drive to help students in
date. It’s also the start of football season, sweater weather and need in your area get all the needed school supplies.
pumpkin spice everything. You’ve been warned.
 all into Autumn: Break out all the fall scents with a pumpkin enzyme facial or
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a vanilla and ginger body scrub. Offer guests $5 off for checking in on Facebook
or Yelp during their appointment, or a mini pumpkin mask or body scrub if they
tag your salon on Instagram.

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frequency of visit. This International Day of Peace, try running a raffle for a mini
getaway with special goodies. Enter guests into your raffle any time they spend
a certain amount or take a certain action.

60 %
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OF CLIENTS FOLLOW THEIR SALON OR


STYLIST ON SOCIAL MEDIA.
(SOURCE: SALON TODAY)
OCTOBER
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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How can you maximize slow times and more
easily fill gaps in your schedule? Try yield
management, where you adjust prices based
National
Rosh Hashana National Do Something on demand or competition. Kinda like airfare
National Hair Day Begins Boyfriend Day World Smile Day Nice Day or hotels. Too many openings on a Tuesday
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 evening? Offer a Tuesday night discount. Or raise
prices slightly for more coveted weekend slots.

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Beauty Day Health Day Yom Kippur

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National
Mammography
Day
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People’s Day Aesthetician Day Beard Day An essential way to avoid missed opportunities
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 without adding workload is to use an
National Youth automated waitlist. Meevo’s Waitlist scans
Confidence Day National
Pumpkin Day your Appointment Book every five minutes for
Massage Therapy openings or schedule shifts, then automatically
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texts Wait List clients to fill the slots, freeing up
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your front desk for more important tasks.
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Chocolate Day National Cat Day Halloween
OCTOBER YOUR MONTHLY PLAN

AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


October brings so much more to celebrate than just Halloween.  olor Me Cozy: With guests looking to embrace everything warm and cozy,
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Though, let’s admit it, the holiday season really starts on the 31st. promote a big discount on color services to expand your clientele and boost
Even if spooky stuff isn’t for you, Aesthetician Day, Microneedling your frequency of visit . Try offering 40% off color services for new guests and
Day and Massage Awareness Week bring tons of promotional 20% for returning guests.
opportunities (and chances to thank your amazing
service providers!).  oo-ti-ful You Open House: Running a medspa or wellness center with
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advanced treatments? Hold a Halloween themed open house with wine,
Plus, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so keep the pink
appetizers, freebies, Boo-tox discounts and other “treats.” Share a presentation
ribbons handy and run a fundraiser to support a great cause.
about fillers, lasers, medical grade facials or cryotherapy to educate and
entice guests.

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couples massages and bring-a-friend discounts to double the appointments.
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booking and watch your average ticket sales soar.

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Is your salon or spa branding consistent across
your website, emails, and social platforms?
A clear and cohesive aesthetic will not only
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help keep your business top of mind, it’ll
Diwali make the user experience more seamless. If
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personality, get started with our Salon & Spa
National Branding 101 Guide!
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National Happy World
Veterans Day Hour Day Kindness Day Want to effortlessly boost average ticket
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automatically remind you to recommend
relevant add-on products and services to guests
both at booking AND checkout so you never
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miss out on extra revenue.
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NOVEMBER YOUR MONTHLY PLAN

AT A GLANCE KEY PROMOTIONAL IDEAS


It’s the month of the turkey, it’s prime shopping and spending  urn Back Time: With Daylight Savings ending on November 3rd, make it a
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season, and it’s one of the busiest times of the year for your beauty little more eventful with promotions focused on age-defying services. Offer
business! Don’t lose your marketing momentum just yet–drum up “gone with the gray” root touch-ups, skin-tightening and collagen-boosting
more sales and keep the revenue flowing by planning irresistible treatments, botox glow ups, laser resurfacing, and other services that’ll help
seasonal promotions. Lots of your clients are out hitting the stores your clients look and feel more youthful and spirited.
which means sore feet and much needed self-care. And let’s not
forget about Movember this month! Offer a special perk for all of  hange is in the Hair: While the leaves are changing to the glorious colors of
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the mustache growers to show your support for men’s fall, many of your clients will be itching to take their manes to deeper, darker
health awareness. hues that complement the season. Leverage this trend to drive more color
service bookings and make your promotion a month-long event. While you’re
at it, recommend hydrating treatment add-ons to help combat dry, winter
hair and don’t forget to suggest color-protecting take-home products during
the appointment!

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deals. Entice shoppers to take their spending to your salon or spa with specials
that’ll have them feeling they just hit the jackpot! Create Black Friday coupons
to be redeemed on any service or run a ridiculously good special like 30% off
facial packages, 20-40% off ALL products, $20 off fillers and botox, etc. If there’s
a time to really GO BIG with your promotions, this is it!

OF BUSINESSES THAT LEVERAGE  elebrate Small Business Satur-YAY: Offer customers something special to
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SOCIAL MEDIA TO PROMOTE SALES incentivize them to attend - like a discount for signing up for your email list or
a bundle deal for holiday services. Partner with another small business - it’s
OUTPERFORM THOSE THAT DON’T.
a great opportunity to get more eyes on your Small Business Saturday event,
(SOURCE: HOOTSUITE) capitalize on shared profits, and foster a sense of community.
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Want to boost social engagement and brand
awareness? “Going live” has been a social
media trend for a few years now on Facebook,
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National Christmas International Remembrance Day LinkedIn, and Instagram. The authenticity of live
Lights Day Cyber Monday Giving Tuesday Volunteer Day video content can help humanize your business,
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and keep your salon or spa top of mind.

Showcase your team in action, announce


discounts and events, show a tutorial, etc.–
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Brownie Day Card Day Animal Rights Day House Day Cocoa Day
anything that you think your followers will
engage with.
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National Twin Day Sweater Day Winter Solstice Want to simplify bookings and make the most
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 of your time? Meevo’s powerful Intelli-Booking
feature lets you easily customize and save
service-specific timings for guests who may
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National Cookie services. Allocating just the right amount of
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time for every client visit helps you stay on top
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opportunities for more bookings.

New Year’s Eve


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2025 is just around the corner…Can you believe it?! You’ve made  OEsty Winter Warmer: Is there anything more relaxing than a comforting
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it this far–take a moment to pause and celebrate your hard work, pedicure after a long, chilly day? Give all the busy bees and shoppers
growth, and success, boss babe! December is a busy, busy month something warm and delightful to look forward to with a pedicure fit for
for your business. It’s still prime shopping time so make sure your royalty. Pull out all the stops with scrubs, paraffin dips, aromatherapy oils and
gift cards and retail products are well-stocked and heavily promoted lotions, and maybe even a mug of hot mulled cider to make things extra cozy.
in the coming days. Along with the shopping craze comes tired and Market your winter warmer promotion at the rate of a basic pedi so the value is
sore feet and the need for a little relief and relaxation and that’s undeniably good and make it a “flash sale” that lasts one or two days to create
what you do best so don’t slow your marketing efforts just yet! urgency and entice more bookings.

 pa-La-La: Spread the holiday cheer at your spa with a trifecta promotion of
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express treatments that would still fit into a 1-hour appointment slot. Average
tickets will soar and guests will be in a merry and bright state of bliss that’ll
have them singing your praises. Offer a roundup of services like a 30-minute

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glow facial or pick and choose the services you want to boost appointments for.

 he Christmas Cure: Close out the month by giving your clients a confidence-
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boosting pick-me-up so they can head into the new year feeling fresh and ready
to take on all that 2025 has to offer. Foot traffic is typically a little slower in the
days following big holidays, so it’s a great time to run deep discounts to keep
the appointments rolling in. Think smoothing keratin treatments, blowouts,
OF CONSUMERS PLAN TO DO THEIR chemical peels, hydrafacials, and any kind of service that will leave guests
HOLIDAY SHOPPING BEFORE BLACK feeling lighter and lovelier after conquering the season AND the year.

FRIDAY AND CYBER MONDAY THIS YEAR.


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