Philippines Public Holidays 2026
The 2026 public holiday calendar for Philippines contains 13 national dates. The year opens with New Year's Day on January 1, 2026 and closes with Rizal Day on December 30, 2026. Around 1 coincide with the weekend, so plan long weekends around the rest.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | March 20, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Maundy Thursday | April 2, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Good Friday | April 3, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Easter Sunday | April 5, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Day of Valor | April 9, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Labour Day | May 1, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | May 27, 2026 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Independence Day | June 12, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| National Heroes' Day | August 31, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Bonifacio Day | November 30, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Rizal Day | December 30, 2026 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
Expect the most closures around April (4 holidays), so schedule deliveries and appointments with that in mind. The table below lists every Philippines public holiday for 2026 with its exact date and the weekday it falls on, so you can see the long weekends at a glance. Regional and local observances are excluded, so what you see are the holidays recognised across Philippines.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Philippines have in 2026?
Philippines has 13 national public holidays in 2026. The first is New Year's Day on January 1, 2026 and the last is Rizal Day on December 30, 2026.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Philippines?
The first public holiday of 2026 is New Year's Day, which falls on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
When is New Year celebrated in Philippines in 2026?
In 2026, New Year's Day in Philippines is on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
Are regional holidays included for Philippines?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Philippines are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Philippines
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Philippines public holiday calendar across years: