If you’re already dreaming of your vacations for next year, now is the time to mark your calendars! The Malacañang Palace has officially released the list of regular holidays and special non-working days in the Philippines for 2026.

For travelers, this guide is perfect to maximize your time off and plan ahead for long weekends in 2026. Whether you want to spend your break on the beaches of Cebu, Palawan, or Bohol, 또는 탐색 지역 축제, knowing the holidays early helps you score cheaper tickets and better deals.

Timezone: Asia/Manila (GMT+8). Ideal for locals, balikbayans, and domestic travelers planning Cebu, Bohol, and Palawan getaways.

참고 : Additional proclamations (e.g., Eid’l Fitr, Eid’l Adha) may be issued later and could add more holidays. We’ll update this guide once announced.

🎉 Regular Holidays in the Philippines (2026)

날짜	일	휴일
1년 1월	목	설날
2년 4월	목	Maundy 목요일
3년 4월	금	성 금요일
9년 4월	목	아라우 앤 카기팅안
1년 5월	금	노동절
12년 5월	금	독립기념일
31년 8월	월	국가 영웅의 날
30년 11월	월	Bonifacio Day
25년 12월	금	크리스마스 날
30년 12월	수	Rizal Day

✨ Special (Non-Working) Days in 2026

August 21 (Friday) — Ninoy Aquino Day
November 1 (Sunday) — All Saints’ Day
December 8 (Tuesday) — Immaculate Conception of Mary
December 31 (Thursday) — Last Day of the Year

🗓️ Additional Special (Non-Working) Days in 2026

February 17 (Tuesday) — Chinese New Year
April 4 (Saturday) — Black Saturday
November 2 (Monday) — All Souls’ Day
December 24 (Thursday) — Christmas Eve

⚡ Special (Working) Day in 2026

25월 XNUMX일(수) — EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary Special Working Day

🗓️ Long Weekends in 2026

Here are the best dates to watch out for if you’re planning out-of-town trips:

날짜	Day/Duration	기회
2월 4일~5일	Thu–Sun (No-leave)	Holy Week (Maundy Thu, Good Fri, Black Sat, Easter Sun)
5 월 1-3	Fri–Sun (No-leave)	노동절 주말
6월 12일~14일	Fri–Sun (No-leave)	독립기념일 주말
21월 23~XNUMX일	Fri–Sun (No-leave)	Ninoy Aquino Day weekend
29월 31~XNUMX일	Sat–Mon (No-leave)	National Heroes Day weekend
31월 2일~XNUMX월 XNUMX일	Sat–Mon (No-leave)	All Souls’ Day long weekend
28월 30일~XNUMX일	Sat–Mon (No-leave)	Bonifacio Day weekend
24월 25일~XNUMX일	Thu–Sun (No-leave)	크리스마스 휴가
31년 2026월 3일 – 2027년 XNUMX월 XNUMX일	Thu–Sun (Cross-year)	New Year’s + Year-end

📌 Why Plan Your Long Weekends Early?

Booking your trips in advance for these holiday breaks means:

Cheaper fares on flights and ferries
Better hotel availability in top destinations like Cebu, Bohol, and Palawan
Secured tour slots for popular activities such as Oslob whale shark watching or El Nido island hopping

For balikbayans and OFWs returning home, these dates are also ideal for family reunions and exploring the Philippines during peak celebration periods.

🌍 Ready to Travel in 2026?

With the holidays laid out, now is the best time to start planning. Whether you’re eyeing a quick Cebu city escape, a relaxing Bohol countryside tour, or a tropical Palawan adventure, knowing the Philippine holidays for 2026 helps you maximize every long weekend.

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