Filipinos who are preparing their plans to observe the Undas are checking if Saturday, October 31, is a public holiday in anticipation of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.
There is no doubt about the official status of Friday October 31 in the Philippines: it’s not a regular or special non-working holiday for 2026.
But the next two days are official holiday dates, which means that some folks will have an extra weekend to spend with their families and some employees will have an extra weekend off.
Philippines October 31 Holiday: Official Government Declaration
October 31 is not a National Holiday according to Proclamation No. 1006 of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on October 31. While it is on Saturday, any day off will be based on a normal work schedule, or applicable company policy.
November 1 and 2 Are Special Non-Working Days
All Saints’ Day is celebrated on Sunday, 1 November and All Souls’ Day is observed on Monday, 2 November. Both have been officially designated as special non-working days to provide families with extra time for a visit to the cemetery, prayers and remembrance activities.
Does the Undas 2026 Weekend Offer Three Days Off?
The November 2 holiday is a three-day break for workers with normal rest days of Saturday and Sunday. Don’t assume though that Saturday workers are automatically granted a paid holiday or scheduled day off on October 31st.
Holiday Pay Rules for Filipino Employees
The 130 percent of the basic daily wage is generally paid to eligible employees who are on duty on November 1 or 2, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) confirmed. Special non-working day rules are different from regular holiday pay.
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