The Philippine official gazette has declared February 12, a special non-working holiday not in the whole Philippines, but exclusively in Talisay City, Negros Occidental.

This holiday, as per Proclamation No. 463, s. 2024, is only in the said city as it is in line with its 26th Charter Anniversary celebrated on February 11.

According to the proclamation signed by the President and Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin last February 6, “to enable the people of the City of Talisay to fully participate in the occasion, the Office of the Mayor requested that 12 February 2024, Monday, be declared as a special (non-working) day in lieu of 11 February 2024 which falls on a Sunday.”

The declaration emphasizes that designating February 12 as an additional special non-working holiday aims to provide the people of Talisay with a full opportunity to partake in the celebration surrounding their Charter Day. 

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Additionally, it enables the people to enjoy the benefits of an extended weekend for a more inclusive and joyous celebration.

Ultimately, tomorrow is a holiday, but only in Talisay, Negros Occidental, showcasing the significance of the occasion for the local community.

Meanwhile, below is the list of Regular Holidays and Special non-working days in 2024 for your guide:

Regular Holidays in 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)

Special non-working days in 2024

• Ninoy Aquino Day – August 21 (Wednesday)
• All Saints’ Day – November 1 (Friday)
• Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary – December 8 (Sunday)
• Last day of the year – December 31 (Tuesday)

Additional Special non-working days in 2024

• Chinese New Year – February 10 (Saturday)
• Black Saturday – March 30
• All Souls’ Day – November 2 (Saturday)
• Christmas Eve – December 24 (Tuesday)

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