PhilippinesvsHong Kong
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
6
Days you're both off
12
Only Philippines
11
Only Hong Kong
What the numbers say
In 2026, Philippines has 18 nationwide public holidays and Hong Kong has 17, so Philippines gets 1 more day off. They line up on 6 dates, including Bagong Taon, Chinese New Year, Biyernes Santo and Sabado de Gloria.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Philippines has 15 on working days (3 fall on a weekend), against 14 for Hong Kong (3 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Philippines offers 7 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 7 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Hong Kong offers 7 and 5. Philippines has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is December in Philippines and April in Hong Kong.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Philippines
Hong Kong is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Hong Kong
Philippines is working these days.
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