New Year's Day
Bagong Taon
Details
- Country
Philippines- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- January 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Philippines?
- Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday in Philippines. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is New Year's Day 2026?
- New Year's Day 2026 falls on January 1, 2026.
- What is New Year's Day called locally in Philippines?
- New Year's Day is locally known as "Bagong Taon" in Philippines.
New Year's Day
January 1st celebration marking the start of the Gregorian calendar year. Universal holiday with countdowns, fireworks, and festivities.
| Country | Date | Day | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines(current) | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | — |
 Syria | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |
 Thailand | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | — |
 Iraq | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |
 Indonesia | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |
 Malaysia | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |
 Mongolia | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |
 Turkey | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |
 Singapore | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |
 United Arab Emirates | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |
 Vietnam | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | — |
 Laos | Jan 1, 2026 | Thu | Normal Operations |