New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Philippines 2026
9Long weekends
5Bridge days
47Total days off
5Vacation days to take
Take 5 vacation days this year and enjoy 47 days off in total.
Chinese New Year
Feb 14 – 17
4days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16↓ off
Tue17★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Eid al-Fitr
Mar 20 – 22
3days off
Fri20★
Sat21·
Sun22·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Good Friday
Apr 3 – 5
3days off
Fri3★
Sat4★
Sun5·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Araw ng Kagitingan
Apr 9 – 12
4days off
Thu9★
Fri10↓ off
Sat11·
Sun12·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Philippine Independence Day
Jun 12 – 14
3days off
Fri12★
Sat13·
Sun14·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Ninoy Aquino Day
Aug 21 – 23
3days off
Fri21★
Sat22·
Sun23·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
National Heroes Day
Aug 29 – 31
3days off
Sat29·
Sun30·
Mon31★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
All Souls' Day
Oct 31 – Nov 2
3days off
Sat31·
Sun1★
Mon2★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Bonifacio Day
Nov 28 – 30
3days off
Sat28·
Sun29·
Mon30★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Dec 5 – 8
4days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7↓ off
Tue8★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Christmas Day
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26·
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
New Year's Eve
Dec 31 – Jan 3
4days off
Thu31★
Fri1↓ off
Sat2·
Sun3·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Philippines?
A long weekend in Philippines occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in Philippines in 2026?
In 2026, Philippines has 14 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Philippines in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Philippines depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.