Every Filipino knows that holidays are more than just a day off—they’re precious opportunities to rest, spend time with family, and plan adventures. With Proclamation No. 1006, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. officially declared the list of regular holidays, special non-working days, and additional rest days for 2026.
If you’re a hardworking employee, a parent planning bonding moments, or a traveler eager to schedule long weekends, here’s your complete guide to the 2026 Philippine holidays.
Regular Holidays in 2026
These are nationwide days off with holiday pay rules guaranteed by law:
January 1 (Thursday) – New Year’s Day
April 2 (Thursday) – Maundy Thursday
April 3 (Friday) – Good Friday
April 9 (Thursday) – Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 (Friday) – Labor Day
June 12 (Friday) – Independence Day
August 31 (Monday) – National Heroes Day
November 30 (Monday) – Bonifacio Day
December 25 (Friday) – Christmas Day
December 30 (Wednesday) – Rizal Day
👉 Tip: These dates are automatically non-working days, perfect for rest or quick getaways.
Special (Non-Working) Days in 2026
Unlike regular holidays, “no work, no pay” applies here unless company policies provide otherwise.
August 21 (Friday) – Ninoy Aquino Day
November 1 (Sunday) – All Saints’ Day
December 8 (Tuesday) – Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
December 31 (Thursday) – Last Day of the Year
Additional Special (Non-Working) Days
To give Filipinos more family and travel time, these extra dates were also declared:
February 17 (Tuesday) – Chinese New Year
April 4 (Saturday) – Black Saturday
November 2 (Monday) – All Souls’ Day
December 24 (Thursday) – Christmas Eve
Special (Working) Day
February 25 (Wednesday) – 40th Anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution
This is a day of national commemoration but not a non-working holiday.
Islamic Holidays (To Be Announced)
Eid’l Fitr – based on the sighting of the moon
Eid’l Adha – based on the Islamic calendar
The exact dates will be declared closer to 2026 by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos.
Long Weekend Planner for 2026
Here’s how to maximize your time off:
January
New Year’s Day (Jan 1, Thursday): File leave Jan 2 (Friday) → 4-day weekend.
February
Chinese New Year (Feb 17, Tuesday): File leave Feb 16 (Monday) → 4-day weekend.
April (Holy Week + Araw ng Kagitingan)
Maundy Thursday (Apr 2) & Good Friday (Apr 3): With Black Saturday (Apr 4) → 3 straight rest days.
Araw ng Kagitingan (Apr 9, Thursday): File leave Apr 10 (Friday) → 4-day weekend.
May
Labor Day (May 1, Friday): 3-day weekend.
June
Independence Day (June 12, Friday): 3-day weekend.
August
Ninoy Aquino Day (Aug 21, Friday): 3-day weekend.
National Heroes Day (Aug 31, Monday): Another 3-day weekend.
November
All Saints’ Day (Nov 1, Sunday) & All Souls’ Day (Nov 2, Monday): 3-day weekend.
Bonifacio Day (Nov 30, Monday): 3-day weekend.
December (Holiday Season Stretch!)
Christmas Eve (Dec 24, Thursday) + Christmas Day (Dec 25, Friday): 4-day weekend.
Rizal Day (Dec 30, Wednesday) + New Year’s Eve (Dec 31, Thursday): File leave Dec 28–29 (Mon–Tue) → 6-day holiday stretch.
Why This Matters
Families: Plan bonding moments during Holy Week, Undas, and Christmas.
Employees: Strategize leave credits for maximum rest days.
Travelers: Book early for cheaper fares and accommodations.
Businesses: Prepare for peak demand in food, retail, and travel sectors.
Conclusion & Call-to-Action
The 2026 holiday schedule gives Filipinos plenty of opportunities to balance work, family, and fun. Start planning now—whether it’s a beach trip, a mountain adventure, or simply quality time at home.
👉 Which long weekend are you most excited for in 2026? Share your plans in the comments and tag your friends to start trip planning early!