WALANG PASOK: April 9, 2026 (Araw ng Kagitingan) Class and Work Suspension Updates

Walang Pasok April 9 2026 Araw ng Kagitingan Holiday Pay Updates Popbits

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Is there work or classes on April 9, 2026? Following the official proclamation from Malacañang, Filipinos can expect a nationwide break this coming Thursday.

As we commemorate Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor), Popbits provides the latest updates on class suspensions, government office closures, and the highly anticipated “long weekend” outlook.

Official Holiday Status for April 9, 2026

Under Proclamation No. 1006 signed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., April 9, 2026 (Thursday) is a Regular Holiday across the Philippines.

Quick Summary of Suspensions:

Classes: Suspended in all levels (public and private schools nationwide).
Government Offices: Closed (except for frontline and emergency services).
Private Sector Work: Generally suspended. Employees who report to work are entitled to holiday pay (see below).
Banks & Financial Markets: Closed in observance of the national holiday.

The “Long Weekend” Hack: Is April 10 a Holiday?

While April 9 is a Regular Holiday, Friday, April 10, 2026, is currently a regular working day.

However, many Filipinos are eyeing a 4-day long weekend. By filing a single vacation leave for Friday, April 10, you can enjoy a continuous break from Thursday (April 9) until Sunday (April 12).

Popbits Tip: Check with your HR or school administration, as some private institutions may have already declared April 10 as a “bridge holiday” or school break.

Holiday Pay: What You Need to Know

Since April 9 is a Regular Holiday, the “No Work, No Pay” rule does not apply to most monthly-paid employees.

If you do NOT work: You are entitled to 100% of your daily wage.
If you DO work: You must be paid 200% of your daily wage for the first eight hours.

For a full breakdown of overtime and rest day computations, check our 2026 Holiday Pay Guide here.

Why do we celebrate Araw ng Kagitingan?

More than just a “Walang Pasok” announcement, April 9 is a day to honor the heroism of Filipino and American soldiers during the Fall of Bataan in 1942. It serves as a tribute to the courage shown during the Bataan Death March and the defense of Corregidor during World War II.