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Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year is a special holiday that celebrates the lunar new year and the Filipino-Chinese community's traditions of luck, family, and renewal.

Quick facts

Date Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Type Special non-working holiday
Countdown 69 days ago
Official TikoyDragon dancesRed envelopesFamily meals

Meaning and traditions

Chinese New Year follows the lunar calendar, so its date changes each year. In the Philippines, it recognizes the cultural importance of Filipino-Chinese communities and the wider influence of lunar new year traditions in business districts, families, schools, and city celebrations.

For many users, this holiday is both cultural and practical: it can create a midweek pause or a leave-planning opportunity depending on the date. Familiar observances include family meals, red decorations, tikoy, dragon dances, and greetings centered on prosperity, good health, and a clean start for the year.

Long-weekend note

This holiday creates a 4-day weekend from February 14-17, 2026.

File leave on Feb 16 to make it a 4-day break.

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