2026 Philippine Holidays: Official List to Help You Plan Work, Leave, and Family Time
By: The Good News Pilipinas Team
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Published on: January 8, 2026
Which 2026 holidays can you use to plan your leave, trips, and family activities?
Official Philippine Holidays for 2026
As the year begins, many Filipinos are now planning their work schedules, leave days, family gatherings, and travel. Having a clear and reliable list of official Philippine holidays for 2026 makes planning easier and more practical.
Below is the complete holiday list for 2026 based on Proclamation No. 1006, which sets the official regular holidays and special non-working days for the year.
Regular Holidays in 2026
Regular holidays are observed nationwide and generally come with holiday pay rules, subject to Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) guidelines.
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 (last Monday of August)
November 30 (Monday) – Bonifacio Day
December 25 (Friday) – Christmas Day
December 30 (Wednesday) – Rizal Day
Planning note: Several regular holidays fall on Thursdays and Fridays, which may allow for long weekends when paired with leave days.
Special (Non-Working) Days
Special non-working days are officially declared, but may follow different work and pay arrangements depending on company policy and DOLE advisories.
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
The following additional non-working days were declared to give Filipinos more time for family activities, religious observance, and local travel:
February 17 (Tuesday) – Chinese New Year
April 4 (Saturday) – Black Saturday
November 2 (Monday) – All Souls’ Day
December 24 (Thursday) – Christmas Eve
A Special Working Day in 2026
February 25 (Wednesday) – EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary
For 2026, this date is observed as a special working day, marking the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution.
Eid Holidays: Dates to Be Announced
The exact dates for Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha are not yet included in the 2026 holiday list.
According to Proclamation No. 1006:
The dates will be announced once determined based on the Islamic lunar calendar or astronomical calculations
The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos will recommend the final dates to the President
Filipinos are advised to watch for official announcements later in the year.
How This Holiday List Can Help You Plan
You can use this official 2026 holiday list to:
Plan vacation and leave days early
Align work deadlines and schedules
Organize family gatherings and religious activities
Prepare for peak domestic travel periods
For specific pay rules and work arrangements, always refer to the DOLE implementing guidelines issued for each holiday.
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