Public Holidays in Philippines
Upcoming Holidays
- Feb17
Chinese New Year
In 11 daysOptional - Feb25
EDSA Revolution Anniversary
In 19 daysOptional - Mar3
Lantern Festival
In 25 daysObservance
Holiday Calendar
January(2 holidays)
- 1ThuNew Year's DayPublic
- 23FriFirst Philippine Republic DayObservance
February(3 holidays)
- 2MonConstitution DayObservance
- 17TueChinese New YearOptional
- 25WedEDSA Revolution AnniversaryOptional
March(2 holidays)
- 3TueLantern FestivalObservance
- 20FriEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
April(6 holidays)
- 2ThuMaundy ThursdayPublic
- 3FriGood FridayPublic
- 4SatEaster SaturdayOptional
- 5SunEaster SundayPublic
- 9ThuDay of ValorPublic
- 27MonLapu-Lapu DayObservance
May(2 holidays)
- 1FriLabour DayPublic
- 27WedFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
June(3 holidays)
- 12FriIndependence DayPublic
- 16TueIslamic New YearObservance
- 19FriJosé Rizal's birthdayObservance
July(1 holiday)
- 27MonIglesia ni Cristo DayObservance
August(3 holidays)
- 21FriNinoy Aquino DayOptional
- 25TueBirthday of Muhammad (Mawlid)Observance
- 31MonNational Heroes' DayPublic
September(1 holiday)
- 25FriMid-Autumn FestivalObservance
November(3 holidays)
- 1SunAll Saints' DayOptional
- 2MonAll Souls' DayOptional
- 30MonBonifacio DayPublic
December(5 holidays)
- 8TueFeast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin MaryOptional
- 24ThuChristmas EveOptional
- 25FriChristmas DayPublic
- 30WedRizal DayPublic
- 31ThuNew Year's EveOptional
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Philippines
Public holidays in Philippines. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Philippines Public Holidays 2026-2027
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 13 public holidays in Philippines with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.