Public Holidays in 2025: Maximise Your Long Weekends
There's no better time to start charting out and maybe even "chope-ing" dates to take leave for 2025 - if you plan your days right, you can get 51 days off work just by taking 19 days of leave!
We’ve put together a guide on planning your travels around Singapore’s long weekends. Plus, in such times of change and uncertainty, there are some important points to take note of so that you can best enjoy yourself.
Overview of Public Holidays 2025
| Holiday | Date | Day |
| New Year's Day | 1 January 2025 | Wednesday |
| Chinese New Year | 29 January 2025 30 January 2025 |
Wednesday Thursday |
| Hari Raya Puasa | 31 March 2025* | Monday |
| Good Friday | 18 April 2025 | Friday |
| Labour Day | 1 May 2025 | Thursday |
| Vesak Day | 12 May 2025 | Monday |
| Hari Raya Haji | 7 June 2025* | Saturday |
| National Day | 9 August 2025 | Saturday |
| Deepavali | 20 October 2025 | Monday |
| Christmas Day | 25 December 2025 | Thursday |
*Subject to confirmation.
January 2025
Public Holiday:
New Year’s Day on Wednesday, 1 January
Chinese New Year PH on Wednesday and Thursday, 29 and 30 January
Take leave on:
Thursday and Friday, 2 and 3 January
Friday, 31 January
Where to go:
Two 5-day breaks to kickstart a great year ahead! You may want to consider relaxing at a Bali resort, or going snorkelling at Phi Phi Islands. Alternatively, you can consider immersing yourself in the spectacular sights that Hanoi has to offer.
March 2025
Public Holiday:
Hari Raya Puasa on Monday, 31 March 2025
Take leave on:
Not necessary
Where to go:
If you're looking to spend your 3-day weekend relaxing overseas, consider staying at a resort in Bintan or Batam with your friends or family! With activities such as a firefly tour, a turtle hatchery programme and more, there's something for everyone while you unwind and recharge yourself.
April 2025
Public Holiday:
Good Friday on Friday, 18 April
Take leave on:
Not necessary
Where to go:
For many of us, it’s a typical 3-day weekend. There may not be much time to book a holiday or staycation, but why not go on a day trip around Singapore to explore nature – for example, Sungei Buloh Nature Reserve or the newly reopened MacRitchie Treetop Walk – and perhaps do some café hopping?
May 2025
Public Holidays:
Labour Day on Thursday, 1 May
Vesak Day on Monday, 12 May
Take leave on:
6 days of leave from 2 to 9 May
Where to go:
6 days of leave for 12 days of break? It's time to go a bit further, whether it's on a shopping spree in South Korea, or to feast on sushi in Japan and visit the Universal Studios Super Nintendo Park in Osaka.
June 2025
Public Holidays:
Hari Raya Haji on Saturday, 7 June
Take leave on:
Friday, 6 June
Where to go:
Another three-day weekend – it’s time to head out for an excursion with your family. Singapore may be small, but there are many places to explore. The National Parks Board, for instance, regularly organises tours and nature tours that you might like.
August 2025
Public Holiday:
National Day on Saturday, 9 August
Take leave on:
Friday, 8 August
Where to go:
It’s another 3-day weekend for National Day, so why not take a short break and unwind at a staycation right here in Singapore? Whether it’s living it up in a luxury hotel, immersing yourself in a boutique hotel in one of Singapore’s cultural districts, or relaxing in a beach hotel – this short break will have you all charged up!
October 2025
Public Holiday:
Deepavali PH on Monday, 20 October
Take leave on:
Tuesday to Friday, 21 to 24 October
Where to go:
It's 4 days of leave for a 9-day break! This gives you enough time to head somewhere further, such as Europe – and take a break from the sweltering heat in Singapore! Whether it’s immersing in a world of fashion in Paris, sightseeing and enjoying gelato in Spain, or soaking in the rich culture in Austria, feed that wanderlust so you can return more energised!
December 2025
Public holiday:
Christmas Day on Wednesday, 25 December
Take leave on:
Take 4-days leave from 26-31 December to get a 8-day break from 25 December to 1 January 2025.
Where to go:
You have more than a week’s break – take this chance to enjoy a white Christmas! Try Korea, Japan, Europe, USA, UK, or just about anywhere, really!
Travel checklist: Must-do’s before you fly
While travel is back in full swing, do know that it’s still uncertain times – there may be sudden changes to restrictions, additional costs to take care of, and so much more. But that’s not to say that you can’t enjoy your time to the fullest – ensure that you have purchased travel insurance to protect yourself from unexpected expenses – whether it's for long trips, or even short ones.
51 days of break with just 19 days of leave – that sounds amazing! Travelling has been a favourite pastime for many of us in Singapore – and now that restrictions have been relaxed, some of us may be looking to travel even more frequently. As long as we keep ourselves updated on the guidelines from Singapore and destination countries and safeguard yourself from any unexpected expenses, we’re all set to scratch that wanderlust. Here’s to safe travels!
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