Updated as of September 2026
Planning your family gatherings, trips, or work schedule for next year? The official list of Philippine holidays for 2027 has been announced, giving employees and employers an early look at the dates that could affect work schedules, compensation, and operations.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. issued Proclamation No. 1427, which lists the regular holidays, special non-working days, additional special non-working days, and special working days for 2027. According to the Philippine News Agency, the proclamation was signed on September 8, 2026.
Here’s a complete breakdown of the 2027 Philippine holidays, including their classifications, possible long weekends, and applicable holiday pay rules.
Types of Philippine Holidays
Before checking the calendar, it helps to understand how holidays are classified in the Philippines. There are three main categories:
- Regular Holidays. Eligible employees are generally entitled to 100% of their daily wage even if they don’t work, subject to applicable holiday-pay conditions. Employees who work receive 200% of their basic wage for the first eight hours.
- Special Non-Working Holidays. The “no work, no pay” principle generally applies unless a company policy, practice, or collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise. Employees who work typically receive 130% of their basic wage for the first eight hours.
- Special Working Holidays. These are treated as ordinary working days, so no additional holiday premium is required solely because of the observance.
For a more detailed explanation, read our guide to the types of Philippine holidays, including how regular, special non-working, and special working holidays affect employees.
Complete List of Philippine Holidays for 2027
According to Proclamation No. 1427, the following dates have been declared nationwide holidays for 2027.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Classification |
| January 1 | Friday | New Year’s Day | Regular Holiday |
| February 6 | Saturday | Chinese New Year | Additional Special Non-Working Day |
| February 25 | Thursday | EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary | Special Working Day |
| March 25 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Regular Holiday |
| March 26 | Friday | Good Friday | Regular Holiday |
| March 27 | Saturday | Black Saturday | Additional Special Non-Working Day |
| April 9 | Friday | Araw ng Kagitingan | Regular Holiday |
| May 1 | Saturday | Labor Day | Regular Holiday |
| June 12 | Saturday | Independence Day | Regular Holiday |
| August 21 | Saturday | Ninoy Aquino Day | Special Non-Working Day |
| August 30 | Monday | National Heroes Day | Regular Holiday |
| November 1 | Monday | All Saints’ Day | Special Non-Working Day |
| November 2 | Tuesday | All Souls’ Day | Additional Special Non-Working Day |
| November 30 | Tuesday | Bonifacio Day | Regular Holiday |
| December 8 | Wednesday | Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary | Special Non-Working Day |
| December 24 | Friday | Christmas Eve | Additional Special Non-Working Day |
| December 25 | Saturday | Christmas Day | Regular Holiday |
| December 30 | Thursday | Rizal Day | Regular Holiday |
| December 31 | Friday | Last Day of the Year | Special Non-Working Day |
| TBA | TBA | Eidul Fitr | Regular Holiday |
| TBA | TBA | Eidul Adha | Regular Holiday |
The initial proclamation identifies 10 regular holidays, four special non-working days, four additional special non-working days, and one special working day, while the exact dates for Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha will be announced separately.
Regular Holidays in the Philippines for 2027
The confirmed regular holidays for 2027 are:
- January 1, Friday: New Year’s Day
- March 25, Thursday: Maundy Thursday
- March 26, Friday: Good Friday
- April 9, Friday: Araw ng Kagitingan
- May 1, Saturday: Labor Day
- June 12, Saturday: Independence Day
- August 30, Monday: National Heroes Day
- November 30, Tuesday: Bonifacio Day
- December 25, Saturday: Christmas Day
- December 30, Thursday: Rizal Day
Two more regular holidays, Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha, will have their dates determined separately since the dates of these Islamic holidays depend on the Islamic lunar calendar.
The government will issue separate proclamations after the dates are recommended by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos. Hence, employees planning trips or leave around Eid should wait for the official proclamations before treating projected dates as final.
Special Non-Working Days for 2027
Four dates are classified as special non-working days:
- August 21, Saturday: Ninoy Aquino Day
- November 1, Monday: All Saints’ Day
- December 8, Wednesday: Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
- December 31, Friday: Last Day of the Year
Special non-working days follow different pay rules from regular holidays. Under Department of Labor and Employment guidelines, the “no work, no pay” principle generally applies when employees don’t work during a special non-working day, unless a favorable company policy, established practice, or collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise.
Employees who work are generally entitled to 130% of their basic wage for the first eight hours. DOLE also provides a higher rate when a special non-working day coincides with an employee’s scheduled rest day.
Additional Special Non-Working Days for 2027
Four dates have also been designated as additional special non-working days:
| Date | Day | Holiday |
| February 6 | Saturday | Chinese New Year |
| March 27 | Saturday | Black Saturday |
| November 2 | Tuesday | All Souls’ Day |
| December 24 | Friday | Christmas Eve |
Chinese New Year and Black Saturday both fall on Saturdays, while All Souls’ Day offers a particularly useful break for employees with traditional Monday-to-Friday schedules because it immediately follows All Saints’ Day on Monday. Christmas Eve also falls on a Friday, setting up another natural three-day weekend.
Is EDSA People Power Anniversary a Holiday in 2027?
Yes, but February 25, 2027 is a special working day, not a special non-working holiday. A special working holiday functions much like an ordinary workday. Employees who are scheduled to report for work generally receive their normal wage, with no mandatory holiday premium simply because of the observance.
February 25 falls on a Thursday in 2027. Understanding the distinction matters because a day being officially recognized as a holiday doesn’t necessarily mean employees are automatically entitled to a day off.
Holiday Pay Rules for 2027
Holiday classification directly affects how much an employee may receive. Here’s a quick guide:
| Holiday Type | If You Don’t Work | If You Work |
| Regular Holiday | 100% of daily wage, subject to applicable requirements | 200% of basic wage for the first 8 hours |
| Special Non-Working Day | Generally no work, no pay unless company policy provides otherwise | 130% of basic wage for the first 8 hours |
| Special Working Day | Normal attendance and leave rules apply | Regular daily wage |
The latest DOLE holiday pay guidance reiterates that employees who work on a regular holiday should receive 200% of their daily wage for the first eight hours. Eligible employees who don’t work receive 100%, subject to the conditions governing attendance or paid leave before the holiday.
What if the holiday is also your rest day?
If an employee works during a regular holiday that also falls on their rest day, the employee generally receives:
Basic wage × 200% × 130% = 260%
For a special non-working day that also falls on a rest day, an employee who works generally receives:
Basic wage × 150%
Overtime brings additional premiums depending on the holiday type and whether the date is also a scheduled rest day. Hence, employees planning to maximize their time off can also review how leave credits and leave conversion work in the Philippines, especially when filing leaves around long weekends.
Long Weekends in the Philippines for 2027
One of the first things many employees check after the annual holiday announcement is how many long weekends they can expect. For workers following a standard Monday-to-Friday schedule, 2027 provides several opportunities without needing to use leave credits.
| Dates | Occasion | Potential Break |
| January 1–3 | New Year’s Day | 3 days |
| March 25–28 | Holy Week | 4 days |
| April 9–11 | Araw ng Kagitingan | 3 days |
| August 28–30 | National Heroes Day | 3 days |
| October 30–November 2 | All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day | 4 days |
| December 24–26 | Christmas Eve and Christmas Day | 3 days |
| December 30–January 2 | Rizal Day and Year-End Break | 4 days* |
*Assuming January 1, 2028 maintains its statutory observance as New Year’s Day.
New Year Starts With a Three-Day Weekend
New Year’s Day falls on Friday, January 1, giving employees with weekends off a three-day break to start 2027.
Holy Week Creates a Four-Day Break
Maundy Thursday falls on March 25, followed by Good Friday on March 26 and Black Saturday on March 27. Combined with Easter Sunday on March 28, employees on a Monday-to-Friday schedule can expect a four-day break.
Araw ng Kagitingan Falls on a Friday
Araw ng Kagitingan is on Friday, April 9, creating another natural three-day weekend from April 9 to 11.
National Heroes Day Remains a Monday Holiday
National Heroes Day is traditionally observed on the last Monday of August. In 2027, that falls on August 30. Employees with Saturday and Sunday rest days can expect a three-day weekend from August 28 to 30.
Undas Could Mean Four Consecutive Days Off
One of the most notable breaks falls around Undas. All Saints’ Day is on Monday, November 1, while All Souls’ Day on Tuesday, November 2, is an additional special non-working day. Employees with weekends off could therefore have four consecutive days away from work from October 30 to November 2.
Christmas Eve Creates Another Long Weekend
Christmas Eve is an additional special non-working day on Friday, December 24, followed by Christmas Day on Saturday. For employees with Saturday and Sunday rest days, that creates a three-day Christmas break.
Work arrangements still depend on the employer. BPO employees, healthcare professionals, hospitality workers, retail staff, customer support teams, and other employees in round-the-clock operations may still be scheduled during holidays.
Four Major 2027 Holidays Fall on Saturdays
Not every holiday creates an extra weekday off. Four notable nationwide holidays fall on Saturdays in 2027:
| Date | Holiday | Classification |
| May 1 | Labor Day | Regular Holiday |
| June 12 | Independence Day | Regular Holiday |
| August 21 | Ninoy Aquino Day | Special Non-Working Day |
| December 25 | Christmas Day | Regular Holiday |
Employees whose normal rest days are Saturday and Sunday shouldn’t automatically expect the following Monday to become a non-working day, since a Philippine holiday isn’t automatically moved simply because it falls on a weekend unless the government issues a separate declaration.
Moreover, employees scheduled to work on these Saturdays should still receive the compensation applicable to each holiday classification.
Why Employees Should Plan Around Holidays Early
Knowing the Philippine holiday calendar in advance helps with more than vacations.
- Prepare for Changes in Pay. Employees working in BPO, customer service, healthcare, hospitality, retail, and other 24/7 environments should check which holiday classifications apply to their schedules. Knowing the appropriate premium makes it easier to review payslips after a holiday period.
- Budget for Year-End Expenses. Several holidays are concentrated around November and December, a period when many Filipinos also receive their 13th-month pay. Employees preparing for year-end expenses can review our guide on 13th-month pay computation in the Philippines to understand how the mandatory benefit is calculated.
- Plan Work Coverage Early. Holiday planning matters for employers as well. Companies operating across different countries or providing round-the-clock support need to balance local holiday requirements with client schedules and operational coverage. Early scheduling allows businesses to maintain service continuity while giving employees enough time to make their own holiday plans.
Frequently Asked Questions About Philippine Holidays 2027
What are the official Philippine holidays for 2027?
The official Philippine holidays for 2027 currently include 10 regular holidays with fixed dates, four special non-working days, four additional special non-working days, and one special working day. Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha are also regular holidays, but their exact dates will be declared separately. The official calendar was established under Proclamation No. 1427.
How many regular holidays are there in the Philippines in 2027?
There are 10 regular holidays with specific dates listed in Proclamation No. 1427. Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha will also be observed as regular holidays, which means the year will ultimately include 12 nationwide regular holidays once their dates are officially declared.
Is February 25, 2027 a non-working holiday?
No. February 25, 2027, which commemorates the EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary, is classified as a special working day. Employees who are scheduled to work generally follow their normal working arrangements, and no special holiday premium is mandated solely because of the observance.
Is November 2, 2027 a holiday?
Yes. November 2, 2027, or All Souls’ Day, has been declared an additional special non-working day. Since November 1 is also a special non-working day and falls on Monday, employees with a typical Monday-to-Friday schedule could have four consecutive days off from October 30 through November 2.
Is Christmas Eve a holiday in the Philippines in 2027?
Yes. December 24, 2027, or Christmas Eve, is an additional special non-working day, falls on a Friday, and is immediately followed by Christmas Day, a regular holiday, on Saturday.
What happens if a regular holiday falls on a Saturday?
When a regular holiday falls on a Saturday, it remains a regular holiday. If an employee is scheduled to work, the applicable holiday premium still applies. However, a Saturday holiday doesn’t automatically make the following Monday a holiday unless the government makes a separate declaration.
When will Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha be announced for 2027?
The exact dates of Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha will be announced separately because their observance depends on the Islamic lunar calendar. The government issues the corresponding proclamations after recommendations from the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos. Hence, employees should wait for the official declarations before finalizing leave plans based on estimated dates.
Key Takeaways
The Philippine holidays for 2027 provide several opportunities to plan for rest, family time, travel, or personal commitments.
Natural long weekends appear around New Year, Holy Week, Araw ng Kagitingan, National Heroes Day, Undas, and Christmas. At the same time, Labor Day, Independence Day, Ninoy Aquino Day, and Christmas Day all fall on Saturdays, so employees should review their individual work schedules rather than assume every holiday creates an additional weekday off.
More importantly, knowing whether a date is a regular holiday, special non-working day, or special working day can help employees understand how the holiday affects their schedules and compensation.
But remember, the holiday calendar isn’t finished yet, given separate proclamations for Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha will complete the list once their official 2027 dates are determined.
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