What's open on National Heroes Day 2026 in Philippines?
National Heroes Day 2026 falls on 31 August 2026.
National Heroes Day, the last Monday of August, closes banks and government offices. Shops and supermarkets trade as usual.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mercury Drug 24-Hour Branches24/7 Duty 24-hour branches nationwide remain open on all regular and special holidays Editorial(02)-8911-5071 | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 mercurydrug.com |
Petron & Treats 24/724/7 Duty Major highway and city service stations open 24 hours on all holidays Editorial | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 petron.com |
Estimate | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 mercadrug.com |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 smsupermarkets.com |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 puregold.com.ph |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 smsupermarkets.com |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 robinsonsretail.com |
Estimate | Drugstores & Cosmetics | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 watsons.com.ph |
Operates holiday schedule; limited or maintenance closures on Holy Week days Editorial | Public Transit & Transport | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-04-20 dotr.gov.ph |
Post office counters closed on declared regular and special national holidays Editorial | Post & Parcel Lockers | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-04-20 phlpost.gov.ph |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on National Heroes Day 2026 in Philippines?
National Heroes Day, the last Monday of August, closes banks and government offices. Shops and supermarkets trade as usual. Typically closed: banks, government.
When is National Heroes Day in 2026?
National Heroes Day falls on 31 August 2026 (2026-08-31) in 2026.