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Philippines Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Philippines?

The next public holiday in Philippines is Independence Day on June 12, 2026.

Q: Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Philippines?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Philippines in 2026.

Official national and public holidays for Philippines in 2026.

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Independence Day

Friday, June 12, 2026

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Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Bagong Taon	New Year's Day	Public
Feb 17, 2026 Tuesday	Chinese New Year	Chinese New Year	Public
Apr 2, 2026 Thursday	Huwebes Santo	Maundy Thursday	Public
Apr 3, 2026 Friday	Biyernes Santo	Good Friday	Public
Apr 4, 2026 Saturday	Sabado de Gloria	Holy Saturday	Public
Apr 9, 2026 Thursday	Araw ng Kagitingan	Day of Valor	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	Araw ng Paggawa	Labour Day	Public
Jun 12, 2026 Friday	Araw ng Kalayaan	Independence Day	Public
Aug 21, 2026 Friday	Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.	Ninoy Aquino Day	Public
Aug 31, 2026 Monday	Araw ng mga Bayani	National Heroes Day	Public
Oct 31, 2026 Saturday	All Saints' Day Eve	All Saints' Day Eve	Public
Nov 1, 2026 Sunday	Araw ng mga Santo	All Saints' Day	Public
Nov 30, 2026 Monday	Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio	Bonifacio Day	Public
Dec 8, 2026 Tuesday	Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion	Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary	Public
Dec 24, 2026 Thursday	Christmas Eve	Christmas Eve	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Araw ng Pasko	Christmas Day	Public
Dec 30, 2026 Wednesday	Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal	Rizal Day	Public
Dec 31, 2026 Thursday	Huling Araw ng Taon	Last Day of The Year	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Philippines have in 2026?

Philippines has 18 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Philippines?

The next public holiday in Philippines is Independence Day on June 12, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Philippines?

Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Philippines. ATMs remain accessible.

Do shops open on public holidays in Philippines?

This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Philippines.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Philippines?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Philippines in 2026.

Are public holidays paid days off in Philippines?

In Philippines, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.

Are there long weekends in Philippines in 2026?

Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Philippines for 2026.

Do public holidays in Philippines affect travel and transport?

Yes. On major public holidays in Philippines, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.