2023 Philippines National Holidays: What You Need to Know

Official List of Regular and Special Non-Working Holidays

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has officially announced the list of national holidays for 2023.

Regular Holidays

• New Year's Day - January 1
• Maundy Thursday - April 6
• Good Friday - April 7
• Labor Day - May 1
• Independence Day - June 12
• National Heroes Day - August 28
• Bonifacio Day - November 30
• Christmas Day - December 25
• Rizal Day - December 30

Special Non-Working Holidays

• Chinese New Year - January 22
• Ninoy Aquino Day - August 21 (moved to August 23)
• All Saints' Day - November 1
• Christmas Eve - December 24
• Eidul Fitr - April 21 (tentative)
• Eidul Adha - June 28 (tentative)

Please note that Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha dates are subject to the Islamic calendar and may vary.

Why Holidays Matter

• Provide opportunities for rest and relaxation
• Commemorate important historical events
• Foster national unity and pride

Additional Information

For more information on Philippines national holidays, visit the Official Gazette website: https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/lists/holidays/