June 6 Declared a Regular Holiday in Observance of Eidul Adha

Malacañang has officially declared Friday, June 6, 2025, as a regular holiday throughout the Philippines in observance of Eidul Adha (Feast of Sacrifice). This announcement was made through Proclamation No. 911, signed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on May 21, 2025.

Significance of Eidul Adha

Eidul Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, is one of the two major Islamic holidays, the other being Eidul Fitr. It commemorates the unwavering faith and devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to God, demonstrated by his willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God’s command. Before the sacrifice could happen, God provided a ram to take his son’s place—symbolizing mercy and submission to divine will.

The celebration typically involves a special congregational prayer, the ritual sacrifice of livestock (such as goats, sheep, or cattle), and the distribution of meat to family, friends, and those in need—emphasizing charity and community.

According to UNESCO and Islamic authorities like Al Jazeera and Britannica, this festival is a time for reflection, spiritual renewal, and acts of generosity.

Legal Basis and Calendar Reference

The declaration is based on Republic Act No. 9849, which recognizes the 10th day of Zhul Hijja, the twelfth month of the Islamic calendar, as a national holiday for Eidul Adha. The exact date varies each year due to the use of the Islamic lunar calendar.

For 2025, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) recommended June 6 as the corresponding Gregorian calendar date for the celebration. Following this, President Marcos officially declared it a regular holiday.

Labor and Business Advisory

As June 6, 2025, is a regular holiday, employers are reminded to observe the proper pay rules prescribed by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). According to DOLE Labor Advisory No. 11, Series of 2020, the following rules apply to regular holidays:

• If the employee did not work: They shall still be paid 100% of their daily wage.
  • Formula: Daily Rate x 100%
• If the employee worked: They shall be paid 200% of their daily wage for the first eight hours.
  • Formula: Daily Rate x 200%
• If the employee worked overtime (exceeding 8 hours): They shall be paid an additional 30% of their hourly rate on top of the 200%.
  • Formula: Hourly Rate x 200% x 130% x Number of Hours Worked
• If the employee worked on a regular holiday that also falls on their rest day: They shall be paid an additional 30% of the 200% holiday rate.
  • Formula: Daily Rate x 200% x 130%
• If the employee worked overtime on a regular holiday that also falls on their rest day: They shall be paid an additional 30% of their hourly rate on top of the 200% and 130% rate.
  • Formula: Hourly Rate x 200% x 130% x 130% x Number of Hours Worked

Employers in both public and private sectors are advised to use these guidelines in computing holiday pay to ensure compliance with labor standards.

For more information, employers and workers can refer to DOLE’s official advisories at www.dole.gov.ph.

Sources:

• UNESCO – Eid al-Adha
• Britannica – Eid al-Adha
• Al Jazeera Explainer – Eid al-Adha