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 Chinese New Year - January 29 (Wednesday) Black Saturday - April 19; Christmas Eve - December 24 (Wednesday) All Saints' Day Eve - October 31 (Friday) The special non-working days for 2025 are January 29 (Chinese New Year), April 19 (Black Saturday), August 21 (Ninoy Aquino Day), November 1 (All Saints’ Day), December 8 (Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary), December 24 (Christmas Eve), and December 31 (Last Day of the Year). Malacañang announces Proclamation No. 727, declaring regular holidays and special non-working days in the Philippines for 2025. This holiday schedule, based on Republic Act No. 9492, includes 2025 holidays and observances and long weekends. Chinese New Year – 29 January (Wednesday) Black Saturday – 19 April; Christmas Eve – 24 December (Wednesday) All Saints’ Day Eve – 31 October (Friday) 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 – January 29 (Wednesday) Black Saturday– April 19. Christmas Eve – December 24 (Wednesday) All Saints’ Day Eve** – October 31 (Friday) Dates for ‘Eidul Fitr’ and ‘Eidul Adha’ will be announced separately, based on lunar calendar observations. Regular holidays include New Year’s Day (Jan. 1), Araw ng Kagitingan (April 9), Maundy Thursday (April 17) and Good Friday (April 18); Labor Day (May 1), Independence Day (June 12), National Heroes Day (Aug. 25), Bonifacio Day (Nov. 30), Christmas Day (Dec. 25) and Rizal Day (Dec. 30). 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) MANILA – Malacañang bared the list of regular holidays and special non-working days for 2025. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin signed Proclamation 727 on Oct. 30, declaring holidays for next year. A copy of the proclamation was made public Thursday. Aside from January 29, Proclamation No. 727 lists other holidays for 2025. These include regular holidays, special non-working days, and special working days: Regular Holidays. New Year’s Day – January 1; Independence Day – June 12; Christmas Day – December 25; Special Non-Working Days. All Saints’ Day – November 1; Chinese New Year 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; Holidays in Philippines 2026. Lunar New Year is considered to be the most important festival for the Chinese community in the Philippines. It does not follow a fixed date in the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used in many countries. The celebration stretches to about 15 days with varied observations each day. Is Lunar New Year's Day a Meanwhile, those planning to visit Binondo in Manila on the eve of Chinese New Year are reminded that the entirety of Quintin Paredes from P/ Burgos Avenue to Dasmarinas Street will be closed from 9:00 pm on January 28, 2025. 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. YEAR OF THE SNAKE. Chinese lanterns hang over the activity area of a mall in Quezon City on Jan. 22, 2025, adding a vibrant touch to the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration. The DOLE said the "no work, no pay" principle applies to private sector employees on Chinese New Year, a special non-working day. (PNA photo by Robert Oswald P. Alfiler) Holidays in Philippines 2026. Lunar New Year is considered to be the most important festival for the Chinese community in the Philippines. It does not follow a fixed date in the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used in many countries. The celebration stretches to about 15 days with varied observations each day. Is Lunar New Year's Day a Prepare to be amazed as MITSUKOSHI BGC presents an exhilarating lion dance performance on January 29, 2025, marking the official start of the Chinese New Year celebrations! This vibrant and energetic performance will captivate guests with its colorful display of tradition and culture, symbolizing the drive to ward off evil spirits and bring Jan 1: Wednesday: 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 As another year approaches, we can look forward to a fresh calendar of holidays to enjoy rest, relaxation, and time with family and friends. Whether it’s celebrating cultural traditions, honoring historical milestones, or simply planning a much-needed vacation, the official list of Philippine holidays for 2025 provides plenty of opportunities to make the most of <a title="2025 List of
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