Philippines
2026 Philippine long weekends
Holidays that create three-day or longer weekends in Philippines during 2026. Plan your time off around these extended breaks.
| Holiday | Holiday date | Weekend range | Days | Bridge strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 1, 2026 | Thursday, January 1, 2026 – Sunday, January 4, 2026 | 4 | Take Jan 2, 2026 off |
| Eid'l Fitr | Mar 20, 2026 | Friday, March 20, 2026 – Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Maundy Thursday, Good Friday | Apr 2, 2026, Apr 3, 2026 | Thursday, April 2, 2026 – Sunday, April 5, 2026 | 4 | Natural long weekend |
| Araw ng Kagitingan | Apr 9, 2026 | Thursday, April 9, 2026 – Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 4 | Take Apr 10, 2026 off |
| Labor Day | May 1, 2026 | Friday, May 1, 2026 – Sunday, May 3, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Independence Day | Jun 12, 2026 | Friday, June 12, 2026 – Sunday, June 14, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| National Heroes Day | Aug 31, 2026 | Saturday, August 29, 2026 – Monday, August 31, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Bonifacio Day | Nov 30, 2026 | Saturday, November 28, 2026 – Monday, November 30, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2026 | Friday, December 25, 2026 – Sunday, December 27, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Last Day of the Year | Dec 31, 2026 | Thursday, December 31, 2026 – Sunday, January 3, 2027 | 4 | Take Jan 1, 2027 off |
Source basis: Official Gazette — regular holidays and special non-working days. Last updated: June 2026.
Disclaimer: Long weekend dates are based on official government sources. Observed dates may vary by region or employer. Always verify important travel or leave dates with the relevant authority.
Frequently asked questions
- How many long weekends are there in 2026?
- Based on the Philippines holiday calendar, there are 10 potential long weekends in 2026 (including those requiring a bridge day).
- What is a bridge day?
- A bridge day is a normal working day that falls between a public holiday and the weekend (for example, a Friday when a holiday is on Thursday). Taking PTO on a bridge day turns a 1-day holiday into a 4-day weekend.
- What counts as a long weekend?
- A long weekend is when a public holiday falls next to a Saturday or Sunday, creating three or more consecutive days off. Some long weekends span four or more days when holidays align with existing weekend days.
- Do these long weekends apply to all states or regions?
- Public holiday dates can vary by state, province or territory. The dates shown are based on national-level holidays. Check with your local government or employer for regional variations.
- Can I download these long weekend dates?
- Yes — click the CSV button above to download a spreadsheet-ready file with all long weekend dates for 2026.
Maximize your time off
Use the PTO long weekend optimizer to bridge these 2026 holidays into longer breaks with the fewest possible PTO days.