The Province of Quezon, Province of Aurora, and Quezon City will observe a special non-working public holiday on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in commemoration of the birth anniversary of former President Manuel L. Quezon. The occasion is known as Quezon Day, giving residents an opportunity to honor the life and legacy of the former president.
Republic Act No. 6741, approved on August 4, 1989, established August 19 as a special holiday. The law designates August 19 as a special working holiday throughout the Philippines, except in the Provinces of Quezon and Aurora and Quezon City, where it designates the date as a special non-working public holiday.
The law took effect 15 days after its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation. Quezon Day is observed annually to commemorate the birth anniversary of former President Manuel L. Quezon.
History of the Quezon Day
Quezon Day is observed every August 19 to commemorate the birth anniversary of former President Manuel L. Quezon, who was born on August 19, 1878. The occasion honors his contributions to the Philippines and his legacy as one of the country’s prominent leaders.
The legal basis for the observance is Republic Act No. 6741, which Congress approved on August 4, 1989. The law declared August 19 a special working holiday throughout the Philippines, while making it a special non-working public holiday in the Provinces of Quezon and Aurora and Quezon City. This special status allows these areas to commemorate President Quezon’s birth anniversary through local observances and activities.
Quezon Day therefore carries both national and local significance. While the entire country recognizes August 19 as the birth anniversary of Manuel L. Quezon, the law gives the Provinces of Quezon and Aurora and Quezon City a special non-working holiday status in recognition of his historical importance. The law took effect 15 days after its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation.
Walang Pasok on August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
The Provinces of Quezon and Aurora and Quezon City will observe a special non-working holiday on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, to celebrate Samar Day, the province’s Foundation Day. As a result, the province will suspend regular classes and work covered by the holiday.
The annual observance gives residents an opportunity to remember Samar’s historical roots and celebrate its identity, heritage, and contributions to the country.
Walang Pasok – Quezon Day (August 19, 2026)
- Provinces of Quezon – All Levels, Private and Public Schools
- Provinces of Aurora – All Levels, Private and Public Schools
- Quezon City – All Levels, Private and Public Schools
Other #WalangPasok Announcements
Class suspensions may also be declared by other local government units due to weather conditions, disasters, or other circumstances. These announcements are separate from the nationwide or province-wide holiday declaration and may vary depending on the situation in each locality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quezon Day is observed every August 19 to commemorate the birth anniversary of former President Manuel L. Quezon.
Yes, but with different classifications. Under Republic Act No. 6741, August 19 is a special working holiday throughout the Philippines.
The special non-working public holiday applies to:
Province of Quezon
Province of Aurora
Quezon City