The capital of the Philippines, Manila is considered one of the most densely populated cities in the world. It has a total population of 1.78 million and a land area of 42.88 sq. km. It is located on the island of Luzon and on the eastern shores of the Manila Bay.
Public holidays in Manila include religious, national, and cultural holidays celebrated across the countries. A predominantly Catholic country, the Philippines holds Christian festivals such as Christmas and other religious public holidays.
| Dates | Holidays |
|---|---|
| Jan 1 | New Year’s Holiday |
| Feb 25 | People Power Revolution |
| Mar 21 | Eid’l Fitr |
| Apr 2 | Maundy Thursday |
| Apr 3 | Good Friday |
| Apr 4 | Black Saturday |
| Apr 9 | The Day of Valor |
| May 1 | Labor Day |
| May 27 | Eidul Adha |
| Jun 12 | Independence Day |
| Aug 21 | Ninoy Aquino Day |
| Aug 31 | National Heroes Day |
| Nov 1 | All Saints’ Day |
| Nov 30 | Bonifacio Day |
| Dec 8 | Immaculate Conception Day |
| Dec 25 | Christmas Day |
| Dec 30 | Rizal Day |
| Dec 31 | New Year’s Eve |
New Year’s Holiday
New Year’s Holiday in Manila starts from January 1 to January 2. It is marked by festivities, fireworks and more.
Chinese New Year
It is one of the most important holidays among the Chinese community in Manila.
People Power Revolution
The People Power Revolution was a series of popular demonstrations in the Philippines, which occurred on February 22–25, 1986. The revolt was made to oust existing Martial Law in the Philippines.
Davao City Day
This holiday celebrates the city of Davao, a city in the Mindanao region.
Maundy Thursday
Maundy Thursday is the day before Good Friday. It is a holiday among Christian countries like the Philippines.
Good Friday
This holiday remembers the passion and death of Jesus.
Black Saturday
Also a part of the holy week, Black Saturday is the day after the death of Jesus.
The Day of Valor
Also called Araw ng Kagitingan, this day remembers the important events which occurred in World War II – under Japanese occupation in the Philippines.
Labor Day
This day celebrates workers’ rights.
Independence Day
This holiday commemorates the day the Philippines became independent from Spain, which reigned in the Philippines for 300 years.
Eid’l Fitr
Marking the fasting month of Ramadan, Eidul Fitr is an important celebration for Filipino Muslims.
Ninoy Aquino Day
A national non-working day in Manila, this holiday commemorates the day former Ninoy Aquino was assassinated.
Eidul Adha
Eidul Adha is a Muslim celebration that honors the willingness of Ibrahim to obey Allah. This Muslim holiday also remembers the end of Hajj.
National Heroes Day
This day remembers all the heroes of the Philippines, who courageously fought for independence.
All Saints’ Day & All Souls Day
Observed every November 1st to 2nd, All Saints Day and All Souls Day remember the saints and all who have departed.
Bonifacio Day
One of the country’s heroes, Bonifacio Day commemorates Andres Bonifacio’s birth.
Immaculate Conception Day
This marks the immaculate conception of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
These two holidays remember the day Jesus was born.
Rizal Day
The holiday remembers Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines.
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