Philippines
2026 Philippine holidays
A list of Philippines holidays for 2026, including observed dates and stock market closures.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Regular holiday | – |
| Friday, March 20, 2026 | Eid'l Fitr | Regular holiday | Date may be subject to official confirmation. |
| Thursday, April 2, 2026 | Maundy Thursday | Regular holiday | – |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | Regular holiday | – |
| Thursday, April 9, 2026 | Araw ng Kagitingan | Regular holiday | – |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Labor Day | Regular holiday | – |
| Friday, June 12, 2026 | Independence Day | Regular holiday | – |
| Monday, August 31, 2026 | National Heroes Day | Regular holiday | – |
| Monday, November 30, 2026 | Bonifacio Day | Regular holiday | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Regular holiday | – |
| Wednesday, December 30, 2026 | Rizal Day | Regular holiday | – |
| Thursday, December 31, 2026 | Last Day of the Year | Special non-working day | – |
Source basis: Official Gazette — regular holidays and special non-working days. Last updated: June 2026.
Practical uses
PTO and leave planning
Use this list to plan your annual leave around Philippine public holidays. Combining a holiday with a weekend can create longer breaks — see the philippine long weekends in 2026 for pre-built three-day and four-day weekends.
Payroll and deadlines
Public holidays affect payroll processing deadlines and direct deposit schedules. When a holiday falls on a weekday, it reduces the number of business days in that period. See business days in 2026 for net working day counts per month.
School and childcare
Public holidays typically mean school closures, but exact dates vary by state, province or region. Check your local school district or education authority for the full academic calendar.
Travel and events
Book travel early around major holidays like New Year's Day and Last Day of the Year when demand — and prices — are typically highest.
Frequently asked questions
- Do holidays that fall on a weekend get observed on a different day?
- Philippine holiday observance follows the annual presidential proclamation; dates and special non-working days can be adjusted by proclamation.
- Are these national or regional holidays?
- These are national regular holidays and selected special non-working days. Final annual holiday lists are set by presidential proclamation.
- Can I download these holidays for my calendar app?
- Yes. Download the ICS file to import into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar or Outlook. Or download the CSV file to open in Excel or Google Sheets.
- How many regular and special holidays fall on weekdays in 2026?
- 12 of the 12 regular and special holidays in 2026 fall on weekdays. None fall on a weekend.