National Holidays in the Philippines for 2023
Official Nationwide Holidays in the Philippines
The Official Gazette defines the nationwide holidays in the Philippines. Here is a list of the dates, observances, and proclamations for 2023:
Regular Holidays
- January 1: New Year's Day
- April 9: Maundy Thursday
- April 10: Good Friday
- April 11: Black Saturday
- April 12: Easter Sunday
- May 1: Labor Day
- June 12: Independence Day
- August 21: Ninoy Aquino Day
- November 1: All Saints' Day
- November 30: Bonifacio Day
- December 25: Christmas Day
- December 30: Rizal Day
Special Non-Working Days
- February 25: EDSA Revolution Anniversary
- April 7: Holy Wednesday
- May 5: Eid'l Fitr (Feast of Breaking the Fast)
- July 1: Eid'l Adha (Feast of Sacrifice)
- August 18: National Heroes' Day
- August 29: National Language Month
- October 31: All Saints' Day
- December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Proclamation Holidays
Proclamation holidays are declared by the President of the Philippines. These holidays may vary from year to year.
Observances
Observances are not considered holidays, but they are recognized as special days of significance.
- January 16: Ati-atihan Festival
- February 14: Valentine's Day
- June 24: Feast of Saint John the Baptist
- July 4: Philippine-American Friendship Day
- December 24: Christmas Eve
It is important to note that the dates of some holidays may change if they fall on a weekend or if there is a presidential proclamation.
