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MANILA, Philippines — The official list of holidays and non-working days for 2025 has been released. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued Proclamation No. 727 declaring the regular holidays BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 727 DECLARING THE REGULAR HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAYS FOR THE YEAR 2025 WHEREAS, Republic Act (RA) No. 9492 dated 24 July 2007 amended Section 26, Chapter 7, Book I of Executive Order (EO) No. 292, also known as the Administrative Code of 1987, by declaring certain days (specific or movable) as special or regular holidays; The Chinese New Year is one of the most festive events globally and in the Philippines. This holiday marks the beginning of the lunar calendar, which follows traditional Chinese customs. The President recognizes that this occasion is not just for celebration but also for promoting family ties, unity, and cultural understanding. or regular holidays; WHEREAS, on 29 January 2025, Chinese nationals all over the world will celebrate Spring Festival, popularly known as the Chinese New Year, which is one of the most revered and festive events celebrated not only in China but also in the Philippines, and such date may be declared as a special (non-working) day without WHEREAS, on 29 January 2025, Chinese nationals all over the world will celebrate Spring Festival, popularly known as the Chinese New Year, which is one of the most revered and festive events celebrated not only in China but also in the Philippines, and such date may be declared as a special (non-working) day without detriment to public interest; 29 January 2025, Wednesday – Chinese New Year. 19 April 2025, Saturday – Black Saturday. 21 August 2025, Thursday – Ninoy Aquino Day. 01 November 2025, Saturday – All Saints’ Day. 08 December 2025, Monday – Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary. 24 December 2025, Wednesday – Christmas Eve. 31 December 2025, Thursday – Last New Year's Day: Regular Holiday : Jan 23: Thursday: First Philippine Republic Day: Special Working Day : Jan 27: Monday: Lailatul Isra Wal Mi Raj: Common Local Holiday : Jan 29: Wednesday: Lunar New Year's Day: Special Non-working Holiday : Feb 25: Tuesday: People Power Anniversary: Observance : Mar 1: Saturday: Ramadan Start (Tentative Date 2025 Holidays and Special Non-Working Days in the Philippines. December 30, 2024, Monday - Rizal Day (Regular Holiday) January 1, 2025, Wednesday - New Year’s Day (Regular Holiday) January 29, 2025, Thursday - Chinese New Year (Special Non-Working Holiday) April 9, 2025, Wednesday - Day of Valor/Araw ng Kagitingan (Regular Holiday) WHEREAS, on 29 January 2025, Chinese nationals all over the world will celebrate Spring Festival, popularly known as the Chinese New Year, which is one of the most revered and festive events celebrated not only in China but also in the Philippines, and such date may be declared as a special (non-working) day without detriment to public interest; List of dates for other years. Upcoming holidays in Philippines. Holidays in Philippines 2025. Holidays in Philippines 2026. Lunar New Year is considered to be the most important festival for the Chinese community in the Philippines. Holiday; 2025: 29 Jan: Wed: Chinese New Year: 2026: 17 Feb: Tue: Chinese New Year: 2027: 6 Feb: Sat: and the Chinese New Year in the Philippines is no exception Summary; The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Holiday Type Notes; 01 Jan 2025: New Year's Day: National: 30 Jan 2025: Chinese New Year (bridge day) National: 31 Jan 2025: Chinese New Year: National: 01 Apr 2025: Eid'l Fitr: National: 09 Apr 2025: The Day of Valor: National: 16 Apr 2025: Holy Wednesday: National: Government Holiday, half-day for state workers : 17 Apr 2025: Maundy Thursday Discover the key national holidays in the Philippines for 2025, including cultural traditions, religious events, and historical celebrations. The Philippines is known for its vibrant and culturally diverse society, which is reflected in its numerous public holidays throughout the year. Regular Holidays are important days like New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas, while Special Holidays are less important days such as Ninoy Aquino Day or Chinese New Year. Recently, the Labor Department released the proper pay rules for workers who’ll be clocking in on January 29, 2025, which marks Chinese New Year. CEBU, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has issued an advisory detailing the rules for wage computation for the Special (Non-Working) Day on January 29, 2025, in Chinese New Year is not an official national holiday, so government and businesses will be open. History. The influence of Chinese immigrants over hundreds of years and their intermarriage into other ethnic groups has made Chinese New Year a widely celebrated observance in the Philippines. Philippines Public Holidays. New Years Day; Chinese New Summary; The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year is one of the most important traditional holidays in China, and it is also recognized as a special non-working holiday in the Philippines. The holiday serves as a bridge day between the old and new years and is filled with various customs and traditions. The Philippine Chinese Cebu City, Philippines Public Holidays in 2025 with dates and information on the origin and meaning of holidays. Upcoming Chinese New Year (bridge day).
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