Most people ask, is Sept 16, 2024, a holiday in the Philippines? Well, as of this article’s writing, there is no further confirmation that September 16 is a declared holiday. Currently, one of the confirmed celebrations under the date is Bontoc, Mountain Province’s Founding Anniversary. 

Furthermore, the date is also considered a special non-working holiday in Piddig, Ilocos Norte, via Proclamation No. 673, s. 2024.

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September 16 is also a local holiday in certain areas of Mindanao. It is, in fact, the “Maulid un-Nabi,” which commemorates the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad. However, this holiday is primarily observed in certain areas, particularly Mindanao. The date is celebrated in Muslim communities and is not recognized nationwide.

Additionally, the only confirmed non-working days are the dates and locations proclaimed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.  

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List of Regular Filipino Holidays

Here is a list of Regular Holidays in the Philippines for 2024:

• New Year’s Day – January 1 (Monday)
• Maundy Thursday – March 28
• Good Friday – March 29
• Araw ng Kagitingan – April 9 (Tuesday)
• Labor Day – May 1 (Wednesday)
• Independence Day – June 12 (Wednesday)
• National Heroes Day – August 26 (Monday)
• Bonifacio Day – November 30 (Sat)
• Christmas Day – December 25 (Wed)
• Rizal Day – December 30 (Mon)

Source: (1),(2)

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