Public Holidays in Philippines 2021 🇵🇭

Philippines has 18 public holidays in 2021. The next public holiday is Ninoy Aquino Day on 21. Aug. The table below lists every national public holiday with its date and weekday, so you can plan travel, business days and time off in Philippines.

Date	Day	Holiday Name	Category
1. Jan	Friday	New Year's Day	Public holiday
12. Feb	Friday	Chinese New Year	Public holiday
25. Feb	Thursday	EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary	Public holiday
1. Apr	Thursday	Maundy Thursday	Public holiday
2. Apr	Friday	Good Friday	Public holiday
3. Apr	Saturday	Black Saturday	Public holiday
9. Apr	Friday	Day of Valor	Public holiday
1. May	Saturday	Labor Day	Public holiday
13. May	Thursday	Eid al-Fitr	Public holiday
12. Jun	Saturday	Independence Day	Public holiday
20. Jul	Tuesday	Eid al-Adha	Public holiday
21. Aug	Saturday	Ninoy Aquino Day	Public holiday
30. Aug	Monday	National Heroes Day	Public holiday
1. Nov	Monday	All Saints' Day	Public holiday
30. Nov	Tuesday	Bonifacio Day	Public holiday
8. Dec	Wednesday	Immaculate Conception	Public holiday
25. Dec	Saturday	Christmas Day	Public holiday
30. Dec	Thursday	Rizal Day	Public holiday

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Philippines have in 2021?

Philippines observes 18 public holidays in 2021. Each is listed above with its date and weekday.

What is the next public holiday in Philippines?

The next public holiday in Philippines is Ninoy Aquino Day on 21. Aug.

Are public holidays in Philippines the same every year?

Most national holidays recur on the same date each year, while some (such as religious or lunar-calendar holidays) move. This page is updated for 2021.