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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

Date Thursday, December 31, 2026
Type Special non-working holiday
Countdown 248 days away
Official Media Noche preparationRound fruitsHome cleaningFamily countdown

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.

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