Planning your annual leave, travel bookings, or major family events well ahead of time makes a genuine difference, and that starts with knowing exactly when Singapore's public holidays fall. Based on the Ministry of Manpower's (MOM) official gazette, here is the complete, confirmed list of public holidays for Singapore in 2027, including where the natural long weekends occur and what to know about holidays that fall on weekends.
Key takeaways
- Singapore will have 11 gazetted public holidays in 2027, as confirmed by MOM.
- Two public holidays fall on a Friday in 2027 — New Year's Day (1 January) and Good Friday (26 March) — creating immediate long weekends without needing to take extra leave.
- Hari Raya Haji (17 May) and National Day (9 August) both fall on a Monday, also creating natural long weekends.
- Several holidays — Chinese New Year Day 1, Labour Day, and Christmas Day — fall on a Saturday or Sunday in 2027, which affects whether an in-lieu day applies, depending on your specific employment arrangement.
- Planning leave early around these dates, particularly the Good Friday and National Day weekends, can help you secure better travel prices before demand pushes them up.
The full list of Singapore public holidays in 2027
| Holiday | Date | Day of week |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 1 January 2027 | Friday |
| Chinese New Year (Day 1) | 6 February 2027 | Saturday |
| Chinese New Year (Day 2) | 7 February 2027 | Sunday |
| Hari Raya Puasa | 10 March 2027 | Wednesday |
| Good Friday | 26 March 2027 | Friday |
| Labour Day | 1 May 2027 | Saturday |
| Hari Raya Haji | 17 May 2027 | Monday |
| Vesak Day | 20 May 2027 | Thursday |
| National Day | 9 August 2027 | Monday |
| Deepavali | 28 October 2027 | Thursday |
| Christmas Day | 25 December 2027 | Saturday |
This table reflects the dates as gazetted by MOM for 2027. As with previous years, Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji are based on the Islamic calendar, and while the gazetted dates serve as the official planning reference, these dates are traditionally subject to confirmation closer to the actual day, following moon-sighting conventions used in the Islamic calendar.
Where the natural long weekends fall in 2027
A "long weekend" here refers to a public holiday that falls directly adjacent to a normal weekend, extending your time off without needing to apply for additional annual leave. Based on the confirmed 2027 dates:
- New Year's Day (Friday, 1 January) — gives an immediate three-day weekend to open the year, running from Friday through Sunday.
- Good Friday (Friday, 26 March) — another Friday holiday, creating a three-day weekend heading into the Easter period.
- Hari Raya Haji (Monday, 17 May) — falls on a Monday, extending the preceding Saturday–Sunday weekend into a three-day break.
- National Day (Monday, 9 August) — also falls on a Monday, giving a three-day weekend around Singapore's National Day celebrations.
These four holidays represent the most straightforward long-weekend opportunities in 2027, since they fall on a Friday or Monday without requiring any additional annual leave to bridge a gap.
Holidays falling on a Saturday or Sunday: what it means for your actual day off
Several 2027 holidays fall on a weekend day rather than a weekday, which raises a common question: do you still get a day off?
- Chinese New Year's second day (Sunday, 7 February 2027) — since this falls on a Sunday, which is typically already a rest day for most employees, whether an in-lieu day applies depends on the specific provisions of the Employment Act and your individual work arrangement.
- Labour Day (Saturday, 1 May 2027) — falls on a Saturday, which may or may not be a working day depending on your specific employment contract.
- Christmas Day (Saturday, 25 December 2027) — similarly falls on a Saturday.
Under Singapore's Employment Act, when a public holiday falls on a rest day (commonly Sunday for most employees), there are generally provisions for employees to receive the next working day off in lieu. However, the exact treatment can depend on:
- Whether Saturday is considered a working day or a rest day under your specific employment contract
- Your company's specific internal HR policy regarding in-lieu arrangements
- Whether you're covered under standard Employment Act provisions or a different work arrangement (for example, certain shift-based or non-standard schedules)
Because this varies by individual employment situation, the most reliable approach is to check directly with your HR department or refer to MOM's official guidance on how holidays falling on rest days are treated for your specific type of employment.
Practical annual leave planning for 2027
With the confirmed dates and long-weekend opportunities in mind, here's how to think through your leave planning:
Around Good Friday (26 March, Friday)
Since this holiday falls on a Friday, you automatically get a Friday-to-Sunday break without using any annual leave. If you want a longer break, taking annual leave on the preceding Monday to Thursday could extend this into a much longer stretch, which is worth planning early given this period often sees increased travel demand around the broader Easter season.
Around Hari Raya Haji (17 May, Monday)
This Monday holiday gives a natural three-day weekend. Adding a single day of annual leave on the following Tuesday could extend this into a four-day break, which is a relatively efficient use of leave for a longer getaway.
Around National Day (9 August, Monday)
Similarly, National Day falling on a Monday creates a natural three-day weekend. Given National Day's significance and the associated public events, this period tends to be popular for both local celebrations and travel, so booking any related plans early is advisable.
Chinese New Year (6–7 February, Saturday–Sunday)
Since both days of Chinese New Year fall on a weekend in 2027, residents wanting an extended break around this period will likely need to take additional annual leave on the surrounding weekdays (for example, the Friday before or the Monday after) to create a longer holiday stretch, since the holidays themselves don't naturally extend into a long weekend this particular year.
Why planning early matters
Long weekends and major holiday periods in Singapore consistently see:
- Increased flight and accommodation prices as the dates approach, particularly for popular regional travel destinations
- Higher demand for annual leave approval around the same clustered dates, meaning early requests are more likely to be approved without scheduling conflicts with colleagues
- Busier local attractions and dining venues, if you're planning a staycation or local celebration instead of travelling
Given that MOM's 2027 public holiday dates are now confirmed, there's no reason to wait until closer to each date to start planning — booking travel or submitting leave requests early generally works in your favour on both cost and approval likelihood.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Singapore have in 2027? Singapore has 11 gazetted public holidays in 2027, as confirmed by the Ministry of Manpower.
Which public holidays fall on a Friday in 2027? New Year's Day (1 January) and Good Friday (26 March) both fall on a Friday in 2027, each creating an automatic long weekend.
Which public holidays fall on a Monday in 2027? Hari Raya Haji (17 May) and National Day (9 August) both fall on a Monday in 2027, each also creating a natural three-day weekend.
What happens if a public holiday falls on a Sunday? Under the Employment Act, employees are generally entitled to the next working day off in lieu when a public holiday falls on a rest day, though the specific application can depend on your individual employment contract and whether Saturday counts as a working day for you — check with your employer or MOM's official guidance for your specific situation.
Are the Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji dates for 2027 final? The gazetted dates (10 March and 17 May 2027 respectively) serve as the official reference for planning purposes, though these Islamic calendar dates are traditionally subject to confirmation closer to the actual date, based on moon-sighting conventions.
Which 2027 holidays create the longest weekends without using annual leave? New Year's Day, Good Friday, Hari Raya Haji, and National Day all fall on either a Friday or Monday in 2027, each creating a three-day weekend without requiring any annual leave.
Final practical takeaway
With 11 confirmed public holidays in 2027, four of them — New Year's Day, Good Friday, Hari Raya Haji, and National Day — naturally create long weekends by falling on a Friday or Monday. Planning your annual leave and travel bookings around these dates early, while also confirming your employer's specific in-lieu policy for the holidays that fall on a Saturday or Sunday, will help you make the most of the year ahead without unnecessary last-minute costs or scheduling conflicts.
