Hey there! Check out the list for 2024’s long weekends.
It’s your handy guide for planning fun holidays and making the most of your time off!
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. set the official holidays in 2024 through Proclamation No. 368, outlining regular and special non-working days.
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ensures compliance with these dates, facilitating citizens to plan their breaks and enjoy time with loved ones.
So, please sit back, relax, and explore the exciting holiday adventures awaiting you in 2024!
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Regular Holidays in 2024
In the year 2024, there are specific days that are considered very important. These days are called “regular holidays.”
President Marcos declared these days so everyone can remember and celebrate them together.
Here are the list of those special days:
- New Year’s Day – January 01, 2024 (Monday)
- Maundy Thursday – March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
- Good Friday – March 29, 2024 (Friday)
- Araw ng Kagitingan – April 09, 2024 (Tuesday)
- Labor Day – May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
- Independence Day – June 12, 2024 (Wednesday)
- National Heroes Day – August 26, 2024 (Last Monday of August)
- Bonifacio Day – November 30, 2024 (Saturday)
- Christmas Day – December 25, 2024 (Wednesday)
- Rizal Day – December 30, 2024 (Monday)
These days are important for our country and its history.
People usually have time off work to celebrate these holidays with their families and friends.
It’s a good time for everyone to relax and enjoy special activities or traditions.
Special Non-Working Days in 2024
Besides the regular holidays, there will be other special days in 2024 when people won’t have to work.
These days are called “special non-working days.” President Marcos also declared these days so the people will have extra time off.
Here are those special days:
- Ninoy Aquino Day – August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
- All Saints’ Day – November 01, 2024 (Friday)
- Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary – December 08, 2024 (Sunday)
- Last Day of the Year – December 31, 2024 (Tuesday)
These days are different from the regular holidays but still important.
They give people extra moments to relax, celebrate, or do things they enjoy.
It’s a chance for everyone to take a break from their usual routines and have some fun.
Additional Special Non-Working Days in 2024
Apart from the regular and special non-working days, there are some extra special days in 2024 when people can take time off.
President Marcos added these days to the list so everyone has more free time.
Here are those additional special days:
- Chinese New Year – February 10, 2024 (Saturday)
- Black Saturday – March 30, 2024 (Saturday)
- All Souls’ Day – November 02, 2024 (Saturday)
- Christmas Eve – December 24, 2024 (Tuesday)
These days are different from the usual days when people work.
They are special because they give people more chances to rest or celebrate with their families.
People might plan exciting activities or enjoy quiet moments during these times.
“The proclamations declaring national holidays for the observance of Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha shall hereafter be issued after the approximate dates of the Islamic holidays have been determined in accordance with the Islamic calendar (Hijra) or the lunar calendar, or upon Islamic astronomical calculations, whichever is possible or convenient,” the Proclamation stated.
With this, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos is advised, at the appropriate time, to recommend to the Office of the President (OP) the actual dates on which “Eid al Fitr” and “Eid al Adha” holidays will respectively fall. | PND
Long Weekends in the Philippines 2024
You may see the following long weekends in the Philippines for 2024 below in different months.
January
- December 30, 2024 – Rizal Day
- December 31, 2024 – Last day of the year
- January 01, 2024 – New Year’s Day
March
- March 28, 2024 – Maundy Thursday
- March 29, 2024 – Good Friday
- March 30, 2024 – Black Saturday
- March 31, 2024 – Easter Sunday
April
- April 06, 2024
- April 07, 2024
- April 09, 2024 – Araw Ng Kagitingan
August
- August 24, 2024 (Saturday)
- August 25, 2024 (Sunday)
- August 26, 2024 (Monday) – National Heroes Day
November
- November 01, 2024 (Friday) – All Saints’ Day
- November 02, 2024 (Saturday) – All Souls’ Day
- November 03, 2024 (Sunday)
December
- December 28, 2024 (Saturday)
- December 29, 2024 (Sunday)
- December 30, 2024 (Monday) – Rizal Day
- December 31, 2024 (Tuesday) – Last day of the year
Conclusion
In 2024, there are several special days when people can take time off from work and spend quality moments with their families and friends.
President Marcos declared these holidays for everyone to celebrate and remember.
Knowing these holidays is essential because it helps people plan fun activities or rest during those times. It’s a chance to relax from work and enjoy special moments together.
Government agencies play an important role in deciding these holidays and ensuring everyone knows about them.
These holidays give people time to celebrate, relax, and create cherished memories with their loved ones.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
How many holidays in the Philippines in 2024?
There are eighteen (18) holidays in the Philippines in 2024. These include ten (10) regular holidays and eight (8) special non-working days.
How many long weekends are there in the Philippines in 2024?
There will be six (6) long weekends in the Philippines in 2024.
Is 2024 a leap year?
No, 2024 is not a leap year.
What will 2024 be the year of?
2024 is the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac. The dragon is one of 12 animals in the zodiac, which follows a 12-year cycle. The dragon represents authority, prosperity, and good fortune.
When is the Holy Week in 2024?
If you’re looking for 2024 Holy Week in the Philippine calendar, the dates are as follows:
April 6 (Thursday) – Maundy Thursday
April 7 (Friday) – Good Friday
April 8 (Saturday) – Black Saturday
April 9 (Sunday) – Easter Sunday
What is the difference between special non-working and regular holidays in the Philippines?
During regular holidays, the working class gets a break with compensation. They earn 200% of their regular rate if they work on a regular holiday. On special non-working holidays, they’re paid only if the company policy allows it.
Reference
- (Regular holidays, special non-working days for 2024 bared) Presidential Communications Office – PCO. https://pco.gov.ph/news_releases/regular-holidays-special-non-working-days-for-2024-bared/