Philippine Holidays 2027: Regular Holidays, Special Non-Working Days, and Special Working Days
Ready to plan your 2027 adventures—or at least figure out which days your alarm clock gets a break? The Philippine holiday calendar for 2027 brings a mix of long weekends, family occasions, religious observances, and a few dates that remain ordinary working days despite their festive names. Keep your calendar nearby, because some holidays fall on Saturdays while others conveniently land on weekdays.
The following holiday schedule is based on the dates declared by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. under Proclamation No. 1427, reportedly signed on September 8, 2026. It identifies ten regular holidays, four special non-working days, four additional special non-working days, and one special working day for 2027.
Proclamation No. 1427: Philippine Holidays for 2027
Under Republic Act No. 9492 (2007), the President may modify the observance of certain holidays and designate specific dates for special non-working days. The law also provides for the rationalization of holiday observance, including the transfer of certain holidays to Mondays where applicable.
The basic statutory framework appears in Section 26, Chapter 7, Book I of the Administrative Code of 1987, as amended. The law distinguishes between regular holidays and special days. Holiday classifications are important because they affect work schedules, holiday pay, and premium compensation.
For 2027, the declared dates are as follows:
Regular Holidays in the Philippines for 2027
| Date | Day | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| March 25, 2027 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| March 26, 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 9, 2027 | Friday | Araw ng Kagitingan |
| May 1, 2027 | Saturday | Labor Day |
| June 12, 2027 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| August 30, 2027 | Monday | National Heroes Day |
| November 30, 2027 | Tuesday | Bonifacio Day |
| December 25, 2027 | Saturday | Christmas Day |
| December 30, 2027 | Thursday | Rizal Day |
National Heroes Day is observed on the last Monday of August. In 2027, that date falls on August 30.
The regular holiday calendar reflects the country’s principal civic, historical, religious, and national commemorations. Independence Day, Araw ng Kagitingan, Labor Day, Bonifacio Day, and Rizal Day, for example, provide recurring occasions for remembering important events and figures in Philippine history.
Special Non-Working Days in 2027
The following dates are declared special non-working days:
| Date | Day | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| August 21, 2027 | Saturday | Ninoy Aquino Day |
| November 1, 2027 | Monday | All Saints’ Day |
| December 8, 2027 | Wednesday | Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary |
| December 31, 2027 | Friday | Last Day of the Year |
These days are separate from regular holidays. In general, special non-working days follow a different wage rule from regular holidays. Unless a more favorable company policy, employment contract, or collective bargaining agreement applies, the usual principle is “no work, no pay.”
Additional Special Non-Working Days
Proclamation No. 1427 also declares the following additional special non-working days:
| Date | Day | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| February 6, 2027 | Saturday | Chinese New Year |
| March 27, 2027 | Saturday | Black Saturday |
| November 2, 2027 | Tuesday | All Souls’ Day |
| December 24, 2027 | Friday | Christmas Eve |
The additional declarations create several opportunities for extended family gatherings and holiday breaks. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, for example, fall on consecutive Friday and Saturday dates, while All Souls’ Day follows All Saints’ Day after the weekend.
Still, employees and employers should distinguish between a declared non-working day and an automatic paid holiday. The legal consequences depend on whether the date is classified as a regular holiday or a special non-working day.
Special Working Day in 2027
The following date is declared a special working day:
| Date | Day | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| February 25, 2027 | Thursday | 41st EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary |
A special working day remains an ordinary working day for purposes of attendance and basic pay. It is not treated in the same manner as a regular holiday or special non-working day merely because it commemorates a significant national event.
Employees who wish to be absent on February 25 should therefore arrange leave in accordance with their employer’s policies. Employers should also communicate clearly whether their operations will continue normally on that date.
What the 2027 Holiday Calendar Means for Employees
The holiday classification determines the applicable wage treatment.
Under Article 94 of the Labor Code of the Philippines, an employee is generally entitled to the regular daily wage during a regular holiday, subject to the conditions and statutory exceptions under labor law. If the employee is required to work on a regular holiday, the employee is generally entitled to compensation equivalent to twice the regular rate.
The Supreme Court has characterized holiday pay as a statutory benefit rather than a discretionary bonus. In Asian Transmission Corporation v. Court of Appeals (2004), the Court held that holiday pay is mandatory and that the occurrence of two regular holidays on the same date should not reduce the employee’s entitlement to the legislated holiday benefits.
The following general rules apply, subject to the Labor Code, implementing regulations, applicable Department of Labor and Employment issuances, and more favorable company policies or collective bargaining agreements:
Regular holidays
For an unworked regular holiday, a qualified employee is generally entitled to the regular daily wage. An employee who works on a regular holiday is generally entitled to 200% of the regular daily wage for the first eight hours.
Additional compensation may apply when the holiday also falls on the employee’s rest day or when the employee renders overtime work. The exact computation should be based on the applicable DOLE rules and the employee’s circumstances.
Special non-working days
For an unworked special non-working day, the usual rule is no work, no pay, unless the employer has a more favorable policy or established practice.
An employee who works on a special non-working day is generally entitled to the basic daily wage plus a 30% premium for the first eight hours. If the special non-working day also falls on the employee’s rest day, a higher premium may apply.
Special working days
A special working day is generally treated as an ordinary working day. No additional holiday premium is ordinarily required solely because the date has been declared a special working day.
Thus, February 25, 2027 is not equivalent to a regular holiday or a special non-working day. Employees who report for work generally receive their ordinary pay, while employees who are absent may be subject to the usual attendance and leave rules.
Important Reminders for Employers and Employees
The holiday calendar should be read together with the Labor Code, applicable implementing rules, DOLE labor advisories, employment contracts, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
A company policy or collective bargaining agreement may grant benefits more favorable than the statutory minimum. In Trans-Asia Phils. Employees Association v. National Labor Relations Commission (1999), the Supreme Court recognized that holiday pay may already be included in a monthly salary when the employer’s established salary computation properly accounts for the paid holidays prescribed by law.
Employers should also avoid treating all declared holidays as if they had identical pay consequences. The distinction among regular holidays, special non-working days, and special working days is material.
Planning Long Weekends in 2027
The 2027 calendar offers several planning opportunities:
- New Year’s Day falls on a Friday, creating a three-day weekend for employees whose regular rest days are Saturday and Sunday.
- Araw ng Kagitingan falls on a Friday.
- National Heroes Day falls on a Monday.
- November 1 falls on a Monday, followed by All Souls’ Day on Tuesday.
- Christmas Eve falls on a Friday, followed by Christmas Day on Saturday.
- The Last Day of the Year falls on a Friday.
Some declared holidays fall on Saturdays, including Labor Day, Independence Day, Ninoy Aquino Day, Chinese New Year, Black Saturday, and Christmas Day. Whether an employee receives holiday pay or another benefit for a holiday falling on a scheduled rest day depends on the applicable legal rules, work arrangement, and company policy.
Complete List of Philippine Holidays for 2027
For convenience, the 2027 dates may be summarized as follows:
- January 1, Friday – New Year’s Day, regular holiday
- February 6, Saturday – Chinese New Year, additional special non-working day
- February 25, Thursday – 41st EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary, special working day
- March 25, Thursday – Maundy Thursday, regular holiday
- March 26, Friday – Good Friday, regular holiday
- March 27, Saturday – Black Saturday, additional special non-working day
- April 9, Friday – Araw ng Kagitingan, regular holiday
- May 1, Saturday – Labor Day, regular holiday
- June 12, Saturday – Independence Day, regular holiday
- August 21, Saturday – Ninoy Aquino Day, special non-working day
- August 30, Monday – National Heroes Day, regular holiday
- November 1, Monday – All Saints’ Day, special non-working day
- November 2, Tuesday – All Souls’ Day, additional special non-working day
- November 30, Tuesday – Bonifacio Day, regular holiday
- December 8, Wednesday – Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, special non-working day
- December 24, Friday – Christmas Eve, additional special non-working day
- December 25, Saturday – Christmas Day, regular holiday
- December 30, Thursday – Rizal Day, regular holiday
- December 31, Friday – Last Day of the Year, special non-working day
The 2027 calendar therefore contains nineteen declared dates identified in the supplied holiday schedule: ten regular holidays, four special non-working days, four additional special non-working days, and one special working day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the regular holidays in the Philippines for 2027?
The regular holidays listed for 2027 are New Year’s Day, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Araw ng Kagitingan, Labor Day, Independence Day, National Heroes Day, Bonifacio Day, Christmas Day, and Rizal Day.
What are the special non-working days for 2027?
The four special non-working days are Ninoy Aquino Day, All Saints’ Day, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, and the Last Day of the Year.
What are the additional special non-working days?
The additional special non-working days are Chinese New Year, Black Saturday, All Souls’ Day, and Christmas Eve.
Is February 25, 2027 a holiday?
February 25, 2027 is declared a special working day commemorating the 41st EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary. It is not a regular holiday or a special non-working day.
Are employees automatically entitled to pay when they do not work on a special non-working day?
Generally, the “no work, no pay” principle applies to a special non-working day, unless a more favorable company policy, employment contract, collective bargaining agreement, or established practice provides otherwise.
How much is paid for work performed on a regular holiday?
Under Article 94 of the Labor Code, work performed on a regular holiday is generally paid at 200% of the employee’s regular rate for the first eight hours. Additional premiums may apply for overtime work or when the holiday falls on the employee’s rest day.
How much is paid for work performed on a special non-working day?
Work performed on a special non-working day is generally paid at the regular daily wage plus a 30% premium for the first eight hours. A higher rate may apply if the special non-working day also falls on the employee’s rest day.
Who is entitled to 13th-month pay?
Under Philippine law, all rank-and-file employees who have worked for at least one month during the calendar year are generally entitled to 13th-month pay, regardless of their employment status, designation, or the method by which they are paid. The salary ceiling originally stated in P.D. No. 851 was removed by Memorandum Order No. 28. (Philippine Airlines, Inc. v. Philippine Airlines Employees Association (2008)). The benefit is one-twelfth (1/12) of the employee’s basic salary earned during the calendar year and must generally be paid not later than December 24. (P.D. No. 851 (1975)).
Who are excluded from this 13th-month pay rule?
Employees generally excluded include:
- Employees paid on a purely commission, boundary, or task basis;
- Employees paid a fixed amount for performing a specific work, regardless of the time consumed;
- Household helpers or domestic workers, subject to the separate provisions of the Domestic Workers Act; and
- Employees of employers who already pay a 13th-month pay or its equivalent amounting to at least 1/12 of the basic salary for the year.
What are some special rules regarding the payment of 13th-month pay?
The following exclusions to the general rules regarding 13th-month pay must be applied carefully:
- Workers paid on a piece-rate basis are covered by the 13th-month pay law. Nate, et al. v. Arango, et al. (2016)
- A worker who receives a fixed or guaranteed wage plus commissions is entitled to 13th-month pay; the computation may include the commissions when they form part of regular compensation. PACIWU-TUCP v. National Labor Relations Commission (1995)
- A genuine purely commission-based employee is excluded under the implementing rules. King of Kings Transport, Inc. v. Mamac (2007)
- A domestic worker is entitled when the benefit is required under the applicable law or has been consistently granted by the employer. R.A. No. 10361 expressly recognizes the domestic worker’s entitlement to 13th-month pay. Domestic Workers Act (2013)
A CBA, employment contract, or established company practice may also grant a separate or more favorable benefit. Thus, an employer cannot treat a contractual Christmas bonus as the statutory 13th-month pay when the CBA provides for both as distinct benefits. (Philippine Airlines, Inc. v. Philippine Airlines Employees Association (2008))
Where can employers and employees seek guidance?
Employers and employees should consult the final text of Proclamation No. 1427, the Labor Code, applicable DOLE implementing rules and labor advisories, and any relevant company policy or collective bargaining agreement. Labor-related concerns may also be raised with the Department of Labor and Employment or the appropriate labor office.
Holiday classifications are not merely calendar labels. They determine whether a day is ordinarily paid, whether work is subject to a premium, and whether the day remains an ordinary workday. In 2027, a little advance planning—and a careful look at the classification beside each date—can help prevent both scheduling surprises and payroll mistakes.
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