Rizal Day
Dec
30
12:05 AM00:05

Rizal Day

Rizal Day is a public holiday. Rizal is a Philippine national holiday commemorating the life and works of José Rizal, a national hero of the Philippines. To mark the day, the Philippine flag is flown at half-mast across the country, and service is led by the president at the Rizal Monument in Manila. Rizal Day is a commemorative holiday that commemorates the life of José Rizal

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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Christmas Day
Dec
25
12:05 AM00:05

Christmas Day

Christmas Day celebrates the Nativity of Jesus which according to tradition took place on December 25th which is a public holiday in the Philippines and most countries around the world. Christmas Day in the Philippines is primarily a family affair and the longest celebrated season in the Philippines.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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Feast of the Immaculate Concepcion of Mary
Dec
8
12:05 AM00:05

Feast of the Immaculate Concepcion of Mary

The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is a Catholic feast celebrating Mary's conception without sin. The day is designated as a non-working Public holiday in honor of the Virgin Mary. Filipino Catholics have an especially strong devotion to Mary. The celebration of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary is preceded by nine days of Novena Masses, and the church is specially decorated for these Masses.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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Bonifacio Day
Nov
27
12:05 AM00:05

Bonifacio Day

Bonifacio Day is a national holiday in the Philippines, commemorating Andrés Bonifacio, one of the country's national heroes. The Filipino people celebrate the birth anniversary of Andres Bonifacio, founder of the Katipunan and initiator of the Revolution against Spanish Rule in 1896.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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All Saints' Day
Nov
1
12:05 AM00:05

All Saints' Day

All Saints' Day is celebrated in both the cemetery and the church and it is a public holiday. During the solemn part of All Saints' Day, many attend Mass as a religious requirement. On November 1st each year, people flock to their family plots in cemeteries across the Philippines. All Saint's Day also uses this holiday to hold a family reunion where groups of extended family gather together.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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National Heroes Day
Aug
28
12:05 AM00:05

National Heroes Day

National Heroes Day commemorates the Cry of Pugad Lawin, a revolt that kicked off the 1896 Philippine Revolution against the Spanish Empire and the long struggle toward that country's independence. National Heroes Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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Ninoy Aquino Day
Aug
21
12:05 AM00:05

Ninoy Aquino Day

Ninoy Aquino Day is a national non-working holiday in the Philippines. It commemorates the assassination of former Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino, Jr. He is a well-known opposition figure and critic of the then-President Ferdinand Marcos. The inaugural Ninoy Aquino Day was celebrated in 2004 after then-President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo declared it as a day to commemorate his death anniversary.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

Get a quick overview of the political history of the Philippines from the time the Spaniards colonised the country in 1521 to its current democratic government.

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Independence Day
Jun
12
12:00 AM00:00

Independence Day

Independence Day is an annual national holiday in the Philippines. It commemorates the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain. The public holiday celebrates Philippine history, freedom, and culture. They hang up the flag in most public places and take a day off.

On Independence Day, the sacrifices of the national heroes are remembered, the country’s sovereignty is appreciated, instilling nationalism in the citizens, as well as celebrating the culture and tradition of its people.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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Labor Day
May
1
12:05 AM00:05

Labor Day

Labor Day in the Philippines is a public holiday to celebrate Filipino workers. Labor Day is meant to honor the importance of their contributions to the nation and society. Labor Day is both a celebration and a commemoration dedicated to all the workers and their fight for equal and stable working conditions as well as various job opportunities.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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 The Day of Valor in Philippines
Apr
10
12:05 AM00:05

The Day of Valor in Philippines

The Day of Valor or also called "Araw ng Kagitingan" in Filipino, is an official regular holiday in the Philippines. It marks the greatness of Filipino fighters during World War II. It also commemorates the heroism of Filipinos and American Soldiers when the Japanese occupied the Philippines during World War II. On the Day of Valor, Philippines’ veterans from the Second World War parade through the streets of various cities in the Philippines.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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Black Saturday
Apr
8
12:05 AM00:05

Black Saturday

In the Philippines, Black Saturday or Holy Saturday is a special non-working day. It marks the colour's role in mourning when Jesus' body lay in the tomb after his crucifixion on Good Friday and before his resurrection on Easter Sunday. Holy Saturday is the last day of Holy Week.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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Good Friday
Apr
7
12:05 AM00:05

Good Friday

Good Friday is a national holiday in the Philippines. Good Friday is a part of the religious holiday week in the lead-up to Easter Sunday. It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Christ. Christians meditate on Jesus's suffering and death on the cross, and what this means for their faith. Good Friday was observed as a day of sorrow, penance, and fasting practice from the early days of Christianity.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

If you want to know more about the festivals and events, visit: the best festivals and events celebrated in the Philippines for more information.

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Maundy Thursday
Apr
6
to Apr 7

Maundy Thursday

Maundy Thursday, typically known as Holy Thursday, is one of the significant religious Christian holiday celebrations in the Philippines. It is part of Holy Week that was brought to the Philippines hundreds of years ago with the arrival of the Spanish regime. Maundy Thursday in the Philippines is the day before Good Friday. This day is the day before Jesus Christ was crucified.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary
Feb
25
12:05 AM00:05

EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary

The EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary is a special non-working holiday in the Philippines. The 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution gathered millions of Filipinos from all walks of life to march along Epifanio de Los Santos Avenue (EDSA), the movement that restored the democratic institution in the Philippines.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays, are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

Get a quick overview of the political history of the Philippines from the time the Spaniards colonised the country in 1521 to its current democratic government.

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Chinese New Year
Feb
1
12:05 AM00:05

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year is considered to be the most important festival for the Chinese community in the Philippines. It is celebrated in the Philippines as a special non-working holiday. Filipino-Chinese communities in the Philippines celebrate Chinese New Year every year in hope of attracting prosperity, closer family ties and peace.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays, are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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New Year’s Day
Jan
1
to Jan 2

New Year’s Day

New Year's Day, locally known as Bagong Taon is a public holiday in the Philippines. The Filipino people celebrate this festive occasion with loved ones or in large gatherings. Firecrackers and loud noises, good food and family gatherings, New Year’s resolutions, and greeting cards are all a part of the celebration in the Philippines to welcome the New Year’s day.

In the Philippines, there are only two kinds of holidays: regular holidays, and special non-working holidays.

Regular holidays, are those that usually have a fixed date, such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.

Special Holidays, on the other hand, are more flexible. Apart from being enacted by Congress, they can also be declared by the President of the Philippines.

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