Declared purpose for special holidays
- The proclamation declares the special days so the people of the City of Angeles have full opportunity to celebrate and participate in local festival occasions.
- The proclamation ties the holidays to the opening day of the Kuliat Festival (Fiestang Kuliat) on 11 October 2021 (Monday).
- The proclamation ties the holidays to the opening day of the Tigtigan Terakan Keng Dalan on 29 October 2021 (Friday).
- The proclamation recognizes the festivals as symbols of community resilience, including the festivals’ connection to the Mt. Pinatubo eruption.
Coverage: locality and dates
- The proclamation applies to the City of Angeles, Province of Pampanga.
- Monday, 11 October 2021 is declared a special (non-working) day in the City of Angeles.
- Friday, 29 October 2021 is declared a special (non-working) day in the City of Angeles.
- The holiday declarations are limited to these specific dates.
Public celebration and health-condition framing
- The proclamation frames observance as subject to community quarantine, social distancing, and other public health measures.
- The proclamation requires ceremonies and participation to align with public health measures while still enabling celebration.
Executive action and formalities
- The declaration is made by the Executive Secretary as authorized by the President.
- The proclamation is signed under the authority of the President and is presented with the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
- The proclamation is “done” in the City of Manila on September 29, 2021.
Publication reference
- The proclamation appears in the Official Gazette as 117 OG No. 41, 9827 (October 11, 2021).