2025 Public Holidays Singapore: How to maximise your leave days

You can enjoy longer breaks in 2025! Planning your leave early is a great way to gauge how much work you need to clear before each break. This article provides the complete list of Public Holidays in Singapore, and how you can plan your time-off in advance. It also comes with suggestions on the best places to holiday in for each month!

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Contents

• Take note of the dates for each Singapore Public Holiday
• Keep track of your Off-in-Lieu entitlements for each Singapore Public Holiday
• Maximise your long weekends further for 2023 (month-by-month breakdown)
• January 2025 Guide
• March 2025 Guide
• April 2025 Guide
• May 2025 Guide
• June 2025 Guide
• August 2025 Guide
• October 2025 Guide
• December 2025 Guide
• Recommended Places to Travel

1) Take note of the dates for each Singapore Public Holiday

If you’re not sure where to begin, fret not! We’ve got just the cheat sheet for you. Simply bookmark this article and start taking notes.

Be quick about it, as you may want to beat your colleagues in reserving Annual Leave as soon as possible!

2) Keep track of your Off-in-Lieu entitlements for each Singapore Public Holiday

If you work a 5-day work week (Mon to Fri), you are entitled to a 1-day off-in-lieu for each Public Holiday that falls on Saturday or Sunday. Otherwise, your employer must give you at least 1-day off-in-lieu for each Public Holiday that falls on a Sunday, according to the Employment Act.

Depending on your company policy, you can make use of the off-in-lieu immediately after that Public Holiday or save it for later.  If your company allows you to automatically enjoy off-in-lieu immediately, your off-in-lieu leave days should be as follows:

3) Maximise your long weekends further for 2025 (month-by-month breakdown)

January 2025 Guide

Singapore Public Holiday Date(s):

• Wednesday, 1 Jan 2025 (New Year)
• Wednesday, 29 Jan 2025 (Chinese New Year)
• Thursday, 30 Jan 2025 (Chinese New Year off-in-lieu)

Annual Leave Date(s):

• Monday, 27 Jan 2023
• Tuesday, 28 Jan 2023
• Friday, 31 Jan 2023

Enjoy up to a 9-day long holiday break from 25th January to 2nd February, when you include the weekends.

March 2025 Guide

Singapore Public Holiday Date(s):

• Monday, 31 March 2025 (Hari Raya Puasa)

Annual Leave Date(s):

• Thursday, 27 March 2025
• Friday, 28 March 2025

Get a 5-day break from 27th to 31st March with just 2 annual leaves!

April 2025 Guide

Singapore Public Holiday Date(s):

• Friday, 18 April (Good Friday)

Annual Leave Date(s):

• Monday, 14 Apr 2025
• Tuesday, 15 Apr 2025
• Wednesday, 16 Apr 2025
• Thursday, 17 Apr 2025

May 2025 Guide

Singapore Public Holiday Date(s):

• Thursday, 1 May 2025 (Labour Day)
• Monday, 12 May 2025 (Vesak Day)

Annual Leave Date(s):

• Friday, 2 May 2025
• Friday, 9 May 2025

Enjoy a 4-day long weekend from the 1st to 4th May or the 9th to 12th May !

June 2025 Guide

Singapore Public Holiday Date(s):

• Saturday, 7 Jun 2025 (Vesak Day)
• Monday, 9 Jun 2025 (Vesak Day off-in-lieu)

Annual Leave Date(s):

• Tuesday, 10 Jun 2025
• Wednesday, 11 Jun 2025
• Thursday, 12 Jun 2025
• Friday, 13 Jun 2025

Enjoy a 9-day holiday from 7th to 13th June when you make use of your off-in-lieu along annual leave!

August 2025 Guide

Singapore Public Holiday Date(s):

• Saturday, 9 Aug 2025 (National Day)
• Monday, 11 Aug 2025 (National Day off-in-lieu)

Annual Leave Date(s):

• Monday, 7 Aug 2025
• Tuesday, 8 Aug 2025
• Thursday, 10 Aug 2025
• Friday, 11 Aug 2025

October 2025 Guide

There are no public holidays in September, so it is best to have a good long break when October comes!

Singapore Public Holiday Date(s):

• Monday, 20 Oct 2025 (Deepavali)

Annual Leave Date(s):

Take a leave on either of these days to enjoy a 4-day break!

• Fri, 17 Oct 2025
• Tues, 21 Oct 2025

December 2025 Guide

Singapore Public Holiday Date(s):

• Thursday, 25 Dec 2025 (Christmas)

Annual Leave Date(s):

• Monday, 22 Dec 2025
• Tuesday, 23 Dec 2025
• Wednesday, 24 Dec 2025
• Friday, 26 Dec 2025

Enjoy a 9-day holiday break, including weekends.

Best places to visit for your holidays!

If you are unsure where you should spend your long breaks, here are some recommendations!

January

1. Australia (Sydney & Melbourne): Peak summer with beach days, festivals, and events like the Australian Open. Perfect for coastal walks and city explorations.
2. Maldives: Dry season, ideal for diving and snorkeling in clear waters. Enjoy serene overwater villas and stunning sunsets.

March

1. Vietnam (Da Nang & Hoi An): Warm, sunny weather for beach activities and exploring ancient Hoi An. Enjoy the colorful Lantern Festival.

April

1. Netherlands (Amsterdam & Keukenhof Gardens): Tulip season with blooming fields and mild weather, perfect for cycling and canal tours.
2. Japan (Tokyo & Kyoto): Cherry blossom season; parks, gardens, and temples are filled with vibrant sakura. Experience spring festivals and hanami picnics.

May

1. Greece (Santorini & Athens): Warm weather, fewer crowds. Santorini’s beaches and Athens’ historical sites are at their best.
2. Italy (Tuscany & Amalfi Coast): Tuscany in bloom and the Amalfi Coast's dramatic sea views, ideal for scenic drives and vineyard tours.

June

1. South Korea (Jeju Island & Seoul): Lush landscapes and mild temperatures for hiking, waterfalls, and cultural festivals.

August

1. Scotland (Edinburgh & Highlands): Festival season in Edinburgh with mild weather for exploring the Highlands and lochs.
2. Canada (Quebec City & Banff): Warm weather for festivals in Quebec and outdoor adventures in Banff’s stunning national parks.

October

1. Japan (Kyoto & Nara): Stunning autumn foliage in gardens, temples, and parks. Perfect for serene fall experiences.

December

1. Finland (Lapland): Snow-covered forests, Northern Lights, Santa Claus Village, and husky sledding for a magical winter experience.
2. Germany (Munich & Berlin): Festive Christmas markets with lights, mulled wine, and handcrafted gifts amidst historical cityscapes.

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