Holiday detail
Last Day of the Year
Also known as Bisperas ng Bagong Taon.
The Last Day of the Year is a special holiday for year-end reflection, family preparation, and the countdown to Media Noche.
Quick facts
Meaning and traditions
The Last Day of the Year falls on December 31 and gives families time to prepare for New Year's Eve. In the Philippines, it is closely tied to Media Noche, family gatherings, year-end errands, and the emotional close of the work and school year.
Common practices include preparing food, cleaning the home, buying round fruits, setting goals, and gathering before midnight. For leave planning, it is part of the larger year-end sequence that many workers try to protect for rest and family time.
Long-weekend note
This holiday creates a very long weekend from Dec 30, 2026-Jan 3, 2027.
No extra leave day is needed for this break.