Designation of Regular Holidays
- New Year’s Day: January 1.
- Maundy Thursday: Movable date, varies annually according to the liturgical calendar.
- Good Friday: Movable date, also varies with the religious calendar.
- Araw ng Kagitingan (Bataan and Corregidor Day): April 9.
- Labor Day: May 1.
- Independence Day: June 12.
- National Heroes Day: Last Sunday of August.
- Bonifacio Day: November 30.
- Christmas Day: December 25.
- Rizal Day: December 30.
Designation of Nationwide Special Days
- All Saints Day: November 1.
- Last Day of the Year: December 31.
Terminology Update
- The term "legal or regular holiday" is replaced by "regular holiday" in all laws, orders, rules, and regulations.
- The term "special holiday" is replaced by "special day" correspondingly.
Repeal and Modification of Inconsistent Provisions
- All existing laws, orders, issuances, rules, and regulations contradictory to this Executive Order are repealed or modified accordingly.
Effectivity Clause
- The Executive Order took effect immediately upon signing on June 30, 1987.
Legal Authority and Issuance
- Issued by the President of the Philippines, Corazon C. Aquino.
- Signed and attested by the Executive Secretary, Joker P. Arroyo.