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Learn about the types, history, and observance of public holidays in the Philippines, a country with diverse cultural and religious influences. Find out the dates and names of regular and special non-working holidays, and how they are celebrated or modified.
Lopez Jaena Day is a public holiday to celebrate the birth of Philippine national hero Graciano López Jaena. It was declared a holiday by the Philippine National Government only for Iloilo Province and Iloilo City. Lopez Jaena's newspaper
Learn about the origins, traditions, and celebrations of over 42,000 festivals in the Philippines, from religious to cultural to both. Browse the partial calendar list of major and minor festivals by month and location.
Learn about the history, traditions and activities of Christmas in the Philippines, which is celebrated as a public holiday on December 25 and spans the "ber months" from September to January. Find out how Filipinos observe Simbang Gabi, Noche Buena, parols, caroling and more.
A comprehensive list of countries and their independence days, with dates, events, and notes. The United States of America's independence day is July 4, commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
Learn about the religious festival in Manila, Philippines that honors the image of Jesus Christ known as the Black Nazarene. Find out the history, activities, and significance of the Traslación, the main procession that attracts millions of devotees every January 9.
Bonifacio Day is a national holiday in the Philippines, commemorating Andrés Bonifacio, a national hero of the Philippine Revolution. It is celebrated on November 30, except in 2023 when it was shifted to November 27 due to holiday economics.
Learn about the history, significance and celebration of the feast of the Immaculate Conception, which honors the conception of Mary without original sin. Find out how different Christian churches and traditions observe this solemnity on 8 December or other dates.