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, 或探索地方節日, 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.

請注意： Additional proclamations (e.g., 開齋節, 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)

日期	Day	節日
1 年 1 月	星期四	元旦
2 年 4 月	星期四	足節
3 年 4 月	星期五	耶穌受難日
9 年 4 月	星期四	阿朗·卡吉廷安
1 年 5 月	星期五	勞動節
12 年 6 月	星期五	獨立日
31 年 8 月	星期一	國家英雄日
30 年 11 月	星期一	博尼法西奧日
25 年 12 月	星期五	聖誕節
30 年 12 月	星期三	黎剎日

✨ 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

25月XNUMX日（星期三） — 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:

蜜棗	Day/Duration	場合
2月4日至5日	Thu–Sun (No-leave)	Holy Week (Maundy Thu, Good Fri, Black Sat, Easter Sun)
1 月 3-XNUMX 日	Fri–Sun (No-leave)	勞動節週末
6月12日至14日	Fri–Sun (No-leave)	獨立紀念日週末
21 月 23 日至 XNUMX 日	Fri–Sun (No-leave)	Ninoy Aquino Day weekend
29 月 31 日至 XNUMX 日	Sat–Mon (No-leave)	National Heroes Day weekend
31月2日至XNUMX月XNUMX日	Sat–Mon (No-leave)	All Souls’ Day long weekend
28月30日至XNUMX日	Sat–Mon (No-leave)	Bonifacio Day weekend
24 月 25 日至 XNUMX 日	Thu–Sun (No-leave)	聖誕假期
31年2026月3日 – 2027年XNUMX月XNUMX日	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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