Commemorates the Last Supper, where Jesus instituted the Eucharist and washed his disciples' feet, symbolizing servant leadership. Derived from the Latin mandatum ("commandment"), it marks the new commandment to "love one another". Services often include foot-washing and the "stripping of the altar".

Good Friday, also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Great and Holy Friday, or Friday of the Passion of the Lord, is a solemn Christian holy day commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum.

Araw ng Kagitingan, or Day of Valor, is a national regular holiday in the Philippines celebrated annually on April 9 to honor the 1942 surrender of Bataan, marking the bravery of Filipino and American troops during WWII. It commemorates the fall of Bataan and the subsequent 104-kilometer Bataan Death March,.

Locally as Araw ng mga Manggagawa or May Day to honor the labor sector's contributions. It commemorates the first major labor protest on May 1, 1903, where workers marched for better conditions and fair wages.

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May. It is also considered to be the unofficial beginning of summer.

Philippines Independence Day is celebrated annually on June 12, marking the day in 1898 when General Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed sovereignty from Spanish rule. While independence from the US was achieved on July 4, 1946, the holiday was moved to June 12 to honor the original 1898 declaration.

Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19, is a federal holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States, specifically commemorating June 19, 1865, when1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally learned of their freedom. The name is a portmanteau of June and nineteenth. It is celebrated with parades, festivals, family gatherings, and red-colored foods to honor African American culture, history, and resilience.

Independence Day, known colloquially as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, establishing the United States of America.

National Heroes Day (Araw ng mga Bayani) is a Philippine national public holiday celebrated annually on the last Monday of August to honor the courage and sacrifices of Filipino heroes, both known and unknown. In 2026, it falls on August 31. It commemorates the 1896 Cry of Pugad Lawin, marking the start of the Philippine Revolution.

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday of September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements in the United States.

a U.S. federal holiday honoring all who served in the United States Armed Forces. Originally known as "Armistice Day" to mark the end of World War I (11/11/1918), it was renamed in 1954 to honor veterans of all wars

Thanksgiving in the United States is a federal holiday celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November (Nov. 26, 2026) to express gratitude, featuring family gatherings, large meals with turkey, and football. Originating from a 1621 Pilgrim harvest feast with Wampanoag natives, it was established as a national holiday in 1863 by President Lincoln.

Bonifacio Day is a national public holiday in the Philippines celebrated annually on November 30 to honor the birth of Andrés Bonifacio, the "Father of the Philippine Revolution". As founder of the Katipunan (KKK), he led the 1896 armed revolt against Spanish colonial rule.

Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. A liturgical feast central to Christianity, Christmas preparation begins on the First Sunday of Advent.

Rizal Day is a Philippine national holiday celebrated annually on December 30 to honor Dr. José Rizal, the country's national hero, marking the anniversary of his 1896 execution by firing squad. It is a regular non-working holiday, featuring flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremonies at Rizal Park in Manila.