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Sched Your VLs Now! See Updated 2023 Philippine Holidays (including 9 Long Weekends)
It’s time to plot your scheduled leaves for next year as Malacañang released the Philippine holidays for 2023!
See below for the categorized list of UPDATED 2023 Philippine Regular, Special Non-Working, and Long Weekend Holidays in PH:
Regular Holidays in PH for 2023
- January 1 (Sunday) – New Year’s Day
- April 10 (Monday) – Day of Valor/Araw ng Kagitingan
- April 6 (Thursday) – Maundy Thursday
- April 7 (Friday) – Good Friday
- May 1 (Monday) – Labor Day
- June 12 (Monday) – Independence Day
- August 28 (Monday) – National Heroes Day
- November 27 (Monday) – Bonifacio Day
- December 25 (Monday) – Christmas Day
- December 30 (Saturday) -Rizal Day
Special Non-Working Holidays in the Philippines for 2023
- January 2 (Monday) – Based on Proclamation # 90, January 2, 2023, has been declared a special non-working holiday.
- February 25 (Saturday) – EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary
- April 8 (Saturday) – Black Saturday
- August 21 (Monday) – Ninoy Aquino Day
- October 30 – November 2, 2023 (Monday)
- November 1 (Wednesday) – All Saints’ Day
- November 2 (Thursday) – All Souls’ Day (additional special non-working holiday)
- December 8 (Friday) – Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
- December 26 (Tuesday) (additional special non-working holiday)
- December 31 (Sunday) – The last day of the year
On October 30, 2023, Filipinos across the country will have the opportunity to make their voices heard in the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections. Proclamation 359 has declared this day a “Special Non-Working Holiday” to ensure that everyone has the chance to take part in this important civic duty. So don’t forget to mark your calendar and cast your vote on October 30th!
December 26 is now a public holiday! Proclamation No. 425 has declared this day as an “additional special (non-working) day,” giving everyone the perfect chance to spend quality time with family and loved ones. So mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 26, because it’s officially a special non-working day! Not only does this mean you can enjoy an extra day of Christmas celebrations, but also allows you a much-needed break to recover from the busy Christmas day festivities.
Nine (9) Long Weekends to Watch Out For 2023 #WalangPasok
Based on Presidential Proclamation No. 90, which supersedes the previous proclamation, there will be nine (9) long weekends in 2023.
For the workforce, releasing the holiday list is the best time to plan a vacation because the earlier, the better! It’s your go signal to confidently book flights in and out of town! See long weekends below:
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April 6 to 10 (Thursday to Monday) Holy Week Long Weekend
Planning to travel to the province to spend time with families and relatives? Holy Week is the longest holiday that we have in the Philippines. Make sure to plan ahead to avoid long queues and waiting times in bus terminals this April.
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April 29 to May 1 (Saturday to Monday) Labor Day Weekend
What’s the best way to celebrate Labor Day than going on that much-awaited beach trip with your workmates? Visit the best beaches in the Philippines, such as Boracay and Palawan, or go to underrated ones like Zamboanga for your summer escape with colleagues!
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June 10 to 12 (Saturday to Monday) Independence Day Weekend
Be free from the stresses of work and enjoy a vacation this Independence Day weekend! Patiently wait for another seat sale and score the best deals and discounts for international trips!
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August 19 to August 21 (Saturday to Monday)
Ninoy Aquino Day
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August 26 to 28 (Saturday to Monday) National Heroes Day Weekend
Why not go on a historical trip on National Heroes Day next year? Visit Intramuros, Corregidor, and other historical sites in the Philippines that you can go to for a budget-friendly solo trip.
- November 25 to November 27 (Saturday to Monday)
Adjusted holiday for Bonifacio Day
- December 8 to 10 (Friday to Sunday) – Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Visit your favorite shopping Mall in Divisoria, Baclaran, or any of your favorite Malls in Metro Manila for your Christmas Gift Shopping.
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December 23 to 26 (Saturday to Tuesday) Christmas Weekend
Don the fashion outfits you received as Christmas gifts this year, and go on an out-of-town trip with your family for Christmas! Go somewhere cold and feel the holiday season this Christmas!
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December 30, 2023, to January 2, 2024 (Saturday to Tuesday)
New Year’s Weekend celebration to welcome 2024!
Other Holidays
Muslim holidays such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are declared depending on the Islamic calendar or lunar calendar. These are usually to be announced later on.
Projected dates of Philippine Islamic holidays in 2023
Malacanang will release separate proclamations declaring national holidays for the observance of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha once the approximate dates of these Islamic holidays are determined.
The holiday proclamation also stated, “The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) shall inform the Office of the President of the actual dates on which these holidays shall respectively fall.”
Holiday Pay in PH: What’s the difference between a Regular Holiday and a Special Non-Working Day?
The Labor Code of the Philippines specifies two types of holidays: the “regular holiday” and the “special non-working day.”
There is a difference in the compensation that employers must pay between the two types of holidays. There is also a difference in what is closed and in how the days are declared.
| Type | Pay if… | |
|---|---|---|
| Did not work (including rest days) | Did work | |
| Regular holiday | 100% of the daily wage | 200% of the daily wage |
| Special non-working holiday | not paid | 130% of the daily wage |
| Special working holiday | not paid | 100% of the daily wage |
On top of these pay rules, an employee shall be given an additional 30% if the holiday falls on his or her rest day and an additional 30% if they work overtime.
There you have it: A complete list of Philippine Regular, Special Non-Working Holidays, Special Working Holidays, and Long Weekend Holidays for the Year 2023.
Take advantage of Walang Pasok Holidays and plan your vacation early to save more money on flights and hotels to enjoy more travel perks.
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