Let’s talk about the gift of time. It’s the one resource we all have equally. But the way we choose to spend our days—especially the special ones—defines our story. So, here’s how the Philippine Holidays for 2025 is mapped out. Think of these days as more than just pauses in the workweek. They’re invitations to live meaningfully.
A Fresh Start with January
January 1st, New Year’s Day, is obvious. It’s a day we all nod at, hoping this year’s resolutions stick better than last year’s. Then, we get a cultural twist on January 29th, Chinese New Year. It’s not just about dragons and firecrackers. It’s about family, prosperity, and resetting intentions.
April, the Month of Reflection
April is a storyteller’s dream: Araw ng Kagitingan (April 9) tells tales of heroism. As we get deeper into the month, Holy Week rolls in with Maundy Thursday (April 17), Good Friday (April 18), and Black Saturday (April 19). It’s a trilogy of soul-searching, a moment to pause and reflect on life’s bigger mysteries.
Summer Work and Freedom
Labor Day (May 1) and Independence Day (June 12) come blazing in, nudging us to think: What are we working for, and what does freedom mean in this digital, hyper-connected era?
Heroes and Remembering
August arrives with Ninoy Aquino Day (August 21) and National Heroes Day (August 25). These aren’t just names in history books. They’re conversations we should have about what heroism looks like today. Maybe your modern-day hero is the friend who stands up for what’s right, or the community organizer shaping a better future.
End-of-Year Reflection
As November cools down, All Saints’ Day (November 1) isn’t just about remembering the dead. It’s about honoring those who paved the way. By December, the spirit of giving and gratitude peaks: Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8), Christmas Eve (December 24), and Christmas Day (December 25). And then, on Rizal Day (December 30), we look back at our history, only to turn forward again with New Year’s Eve (December 31).
Muslim Holidays: Dates to Be Announced
The dates for Eid’l Fitr and Eid’l Adha will be announced later. They’ll be moments to reflect on devotion, sacrifice, and gratitude, tied to the cycles of the moon and the rhythms of faith.
Summary list of Philippine holidays for 2025
Regular Holidays
- New Year’s Day – January 1 (Wednesday)
- Araw ng Kagitingan – April 9 (Wednesday)
- Maundy Thursday – April 17
- Good Friday – April 18
- Labor Day – May 1 (Thursday)
- Independence Day – June 12 (Thursday)
- National Heroes Day – August 25 (Last Monday of August)
- Bonifacio Day – November 30 (Sunday)
- Christmas Day – December 25 (Thursday)
- Rizal Day – December 30 (Tuesday)
Special (Non-Working) Days
- Ninoy Aquino Day – August 21 (Thursday)
- All Saints’ Day – November 1 (Saturday)
- Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary – December 8 (Monday)
- Last Day of the Year – December 31 (Wednesday)
Special (Working) Day
- EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary – February 25 (Tuesday)
Additional Special (Non-Working) Days
- Chinese New Year – January 29 (Wednesday)
- Black Saturday – April 19
- Christmas Eve – December 24 (Wednesday)
- All Saints’ Day Eve – October 31 (Friday)
Note: The observance dates for Eid’l Fitr and Eid’l Adha will be announced closer to the date based on the lunar calendar and recommendations by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos.
