Regular and Special Non-Working Holidays in 2025

The government released the official list of Philippine holidays for 2025 announced by the Palace to help businesses, employees, and schools plan schedules in advance. These holidays are categorized into regular holidays and special non-working holidays, each with different pay rules.
Regular Holidays vs. Special Non-Working Holidays
Understanding the difference between a regular holiday and a special non-working holiday is crucial, especially for payroll and work schedules.
- Regular Holidays: Employees are entitled to full pay even if they do not work. If they work on a regular holiday, they receive 200% of their daily wage.
- Special Non-Working Holidays: Employees only get paid if they work on these days, with an additional 30% premium.
Regular Holidays (Paid Even if Not Worked)Employees who don’t work on these days are still entitled to full pay. If they do work, they receive double their daily rate (200%).
- New Year’s Day – January 1 (Wednesday)
- Araw ng Kagitingan – April 9 (Wednesday)
- Maundy Thursday – April 17
- Good Friday – April 18
- Labor Day – May 1 (Thursday)
- Independence Day – June 12 (Thursday)
- National Heroes Day – August 25 (Last Monday of August)
- Bonifacio Day – November 30 (Sunday)
- Christmas Day – December 25 (Thursday)
- Rizal Day – December 30 (Tuesday)
Special Non-Working Holidays (No Work, No Pay Unless Worked)Employees are not paid unless they report to work, in which case they receive an additional 30% of their daily wage.
- Ninoy Aquino Day – August 21 (Thursday)
- All Saints’ Day – November 1 (Saturday)
- Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary – December 8 (Monday)
- Last Day of the Year – December 31 (Wednesday)
Special Working Day (No Extra Pay if Worked)These are ordinary working days, meaning employees receive regular pay if they work.
- EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary – February 25 (Tuesday)
Additional Special Non-Working HolidaysCertain holidays have been declared as additional special non-working holidays, meaning employees who work on these days receive the same rules as other special non-working days.
- Chinese New Year – January 29 (Wednesday)
- Black Saturday – April 19
- Christmas Eve – December 24 (Wednesday)
- All Saints’ Day Eve – October 31 (Friday)
In addition, July 27, 2025 (Sunday) has been declared a special non-working day to commemorate the Iglesia ni Cristo’s founding anniversary.How to Plan for Long Weekends in 2025Long weekends present opportunities for rest, travel, or additional income for employees working on holidays. Some special non-working holidays are likely to fall near weekends, making them ideal for vacation planning.Employers should align company schedules with the official government calendar to manage workforce needs efficiently.Several holidays in 2025 will fall near weekends, creating long weekends that employees and travelers can take advantage of:
- April 17–19 (Holy Week Long Weekend) – Thursday to Saturday
- August 23–25 (National Heroes Day Weekend) – Saturday to Monday
- December 24–25 (Christmas Long Weekend) – Wednesday to Thursday
How This Affects Payroll & SchedulingEmployers should take note of these holidays for payroll computations, especially for those working in industries that require holiday pay adjustments. Understanding the difference between regular holidays and special non-working holidays is crucial for correct salary processing.Automate Payroll for Hassle-Free Holiday PayManaging holiday pay can get complex, but Payday makes it simple. Our platform automatically calculates wages based on regular holidays, special non-working holidays, and special working days, ensuring businesses stay compliant with labor laws.Plan your payroll in advance—visit Payday today!