Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary in the Philippines

Special (Non-Working)

December 8 is a special non-working day under Republic Act No. 10966, honouring the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, principal patroness of the Philippines.

Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary dates

Tuesday, December 8, 2026

Special (Non-Working) · Proclamation No. 1006, s. 2025

Part of a 4-day break if you file 1 leave day.

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Wednesday, December 8, 2027

Special (Non-Working) · Republic Act No. 10966 · date still tentative

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Holiday pay on Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary

Special non-working day: the 'no work, no pay' rule applies unless company policy or a collective bargaining agreement says otherwise. Employees who work receive 130% for the first eight hours, or 150% if it is also their rest day.

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