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A well-organized HR calendar for 2027 helps teams stay ahead of public holidays, employee engagement opportunities, performance cycles, and important people-related dates throughout the year.
For businesses with employees across Asia, keeping track of different national holidays and cultural celebrations can be challenged. Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Vietnam each have their own unique holidays, traditions, and important HR dates that employers should consider when planning for the year.
We’ve compiled a comprehensive HR calendar 2027 to simplify things for you and your HR team. Use this to plan employee engagement activities, communicate upcoming holidays, prepare for performance reviews, and create a more inclusive workplace throughout the year.
Download your HR Calendar 2027 now!
HR Calendar 2027: Key Dates at a Glance
January
Starting our HR calendar 2027, January marks the beginning of a fresh start and is an ideal time for HR teams to align with organizational goals, communicate priorities and establish a strong foundation for the year ahead.
Kick start the year with your team by reinforcing your company's mission statement and core values. Consider implementing a company-wide vision board exercise to align everyone and communicate annual and quarterly objectives clearly.
The start of the year is also an important period for welcoming new hires. A structured onboarding experience can help new employees settle into their roles, understand expectations, and build connections with their teams.
Download our free employee onboarding checklist and new-hire training plan template to ensure a seamless onboarding journey for your new team members.
Check out our 15 onboarding activities to welcome new hires for ideas!
Do This With Omni:
- Automated onboarding workflows with task assignments and due dates
- Digital document collection and e-signatures
Key Dates and Holidays
- New Year's Day - 1 January 2027
- Thaipusam - 22 January 2027
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Clean Off Your Desk Day - 11 January 2027
- Bagel Day - 15 January 2027
- Compliment Day - 24 January 2027
- Data Privacy Day - 28 January 2027
February
February is one of the most important cultural periods for employers across Asia.
Chinese New Year falls on 6 and 7 February 2027, while Vietnam’s Tet holiday also takes place during this period. Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Vietnam all have significant new year related observances.
Omni note: Singapore’s MOM has confirmed Chinese New Year on 6-7 February, with 8 February observed as the public holiday because the second day falls on a Sunday. The Philippines has also designated 6 February as Chinese New Year, while 25 February will be a special working day for the EDSA People Power Revolution anniversary.
For HR teams, this means planning ahead for employee leave, staffing coverage, payroll schedules, and holiday communications. Also, take this opportunity to transform your workplace with festive decorations; it not only adds a celebratory atmosphere but also makes employees feel valued, boosting their spirits.
Do This With Omni:
- Multi-country payroll runs from a single platform
- Public holidays pre-loaded by employee location
Key Dates and Holidays
- Chinese New Year - 6 & 7 February 2027
- Chinese New Year public holiday in lieu - 8 February 2027
- Vietnamese Tet holiday - 4 to 10 February 2027*
- Ramadan - 8 February 2027**
- Brunei National Day - 23 February 2027
- Nuzul al-Quran - 24 February 2027
*Vietnam’s final Tet leave arrangement for employees should be confirmed against the government’s final announcement. A seven-day Tet break from 4-10 February has been proposed for public sector employees.
**Subject to moon sighting.
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Valentine's Day - 14 February 2027
- Random Acts of Kindness Day - 17 February 2027
March
As we reach the end of the first quarter, March is a useful time for HR teams to review progress against annual goals. It is also an important month for employee recognition, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and preparing for mid-year performance reviews.
Hari Raya Aidilfitri falls on 10 March 2027, making March particularly important for HR teams in Singapore and Malaysia.
Key Dates and Holidays
- International Women's Day - 8 March 2027
- Hari Raya Aidilfitri - 10 March 2027*
- Maundy Thursday - 25 March 2027 (Philippines)
- Good Friday - 26 March 2027
- Black Saturday - 27 March 2027 (Philippines)
- Easter Sunday - 28 March 2027
*Subject to moon sighting
Performance Review Preparation
Start planning for mid-year reviews.
HR teams can:
- Review employee goals and KPIs
- Gather feedback from managers
- Identify performance trends
- Review employee development plans
- Prepare performance review templates
- Communicate expectations for the upcoming review cycle
Omni's total performance review kit is the perfect resource to begin the process and elevate your team's performance to greater heights.
Do This With Omni:
- Configurable review cycles and templates
- Manager feedback collected and stored in one record
Learn more: Guide to Employee Performance Reviews: Best Practices and Examples
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Women's History Month
- Employee Appreciation Day - 5 March 2027
- International Women’s Day - 8 March 2027
- Pi Day - 14 March 2027
Read next: 12 Employee Recognition Examples to Keep Your Team Engaged All Year
April
Moving into April in our HR calendar 2027, there are several important cultural and national holidays across Asia, including Songkran in Thailand and Araw ng Kagitingan in the Philippines.
This is also a good time for HR teams to focus on employee wellbeing, workplace culture, and sustainability initiatives.
Add a much-needed touch of humor with an April Fool's Day celebration designed to strengthen team bonding and highlight the lighter side of workplace life. A budget-friendly approach is to redesign the office space to align with your playful theme. This can be accomplished easily by introducing fake signage, modifying photos, or even repositioning office furniture in surprising ways.
Key Dates and Holidays
- Chakri Memorial Day – 6 April 2027 (Thailand)
- Araw ng Kagitingan – 9 April 2027 (Philippines)
- Songkran Festival – 13 to 15 April 2027 (Thailand)
- Hung Kings Commemoration Day – 16 April 2027 (Vietnam)
- Reunification Day – 30 April 2027 (Vietnam)
Employee Engagement Ideas
- National Volunteer Month
- April Fool's Day - 1 April 2027
- World Health Day - 7 April 2027
- National Pet Day - 11 April 2027
- Administrative Professionals' Day - 21 April 2027
- Earth Day - 22 April 2027
Compliance, Tax & Payroll Information
April is a critical month for tax compliance across Southeast Asia. Key deadlines include income tax filing for individuals in the Philippines (15 April) and Singapore (15 April), as well as paper filing deadlines for Malaysia (30 April).
Want to stay on top of all tax and compliance deadlines? Download our complete HR Calendar 2027 for detailed payroll and tax filing dates for the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and more.
Read more: Top Regulatory Compliance Monitoring Software for Asia
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- Compliance and filing deadlines tracked by country
- Coverage across 200+ countries
May
May is an important month in our HR calendar 2027 to recognize employees and celebrate the contribution of workers across Asia.
Do This With Omni:
- Work anniversaries and milestones tracked automatically in the employee database
- Custom fields for team-specific recognition programs
Key Dates and Holidays
- Labour Day - 1 May 2027
- Mother’s Day - 9 May 2027
- Birthday of the Buddha – 13 May 2027 (Hong Kong)
- Hari Raya Haji - 17 May 2027
- Wesak - 20 May 2027
- International HR Day - 20 May 2027
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Mental Health Awareness Month
- Labour Day - 1 May 2027
- World Password Day - 6 May 2027
- Mother’s Day - 9 May 2027
- National Bike to Work Day - 15 May 2027
- International HR Day - 20 May 2027
Labour Day and International HR Day provide opportunities to recognize employee contributions. Consider:
- Highlighting employee achievements
- Recognizing high-performing employees
- Sharing employee stories
- Organizing learning and development sessions
- Reviewing career development opportunities
- Gathering employee feedback
June
We've reached the halfway point in our HR calendar 2027. June is an ideal time to conduct mid-year performance reviews and check progress against annual goals.
For HR teams, this is also a good time to review employee engagement, workforce planning, and learning and development programs.
Key Dates and Holidays
- Awal Muharram - 6 June 2027 (Malaysia)
- Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s Birthday - 7 June 2027 (Malaysia)
- Philippines' Independence Day - 12 June 2027
- Father's Day - 20 June 2027
- International Yoga Day - 21 June 2027
Mid-Year Performance Reviews
Time to conduct mid-year check-ins.
- Review employee goals and KPIs
- Identify performance gaps
- Discuss career development
- Update individual development plans
- Adjust goals where business priorities have changed
As you get ready for mid-year performance reviews, enhance your process with our comprehensive performance review template and a collection of 200 performance review phrases for managers. Develop a thorough understanding of what constitutes an effective performance review and discover inspiration for creating the best performance review questions and answers.
Learn more: 30 Mid-Year Performance Review Questions to Spark Action
Do This With Omni:
- Review completion tracked in real time across teams
- Goal and KPI progress visible in one dashboard
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Leave the Office Early Day - 2 June 2027
- National Donut Day - 4 June 2027
- World Environment Day - 5 June 2027
- Father's Day - 20 June 2027
- International Yoga Day - 21 June 2027
July
As we enter July in our HR calendar 2027, take the time to focus on employee wellbeing, workplace culture, and inclusion as organizations move into the second half of the year.
For multinational teams, July can also be a great point to review workforce plans and prepare for the busy final quarter.
Do This With Omni:
- AI-generated workforce analytics (headcount, attrition trends)
- Insights available on demand with Mino
Key Dates and Holidays
- Hong Kong SAR Establishment Day - 1 July 2027
- Racial Harmony Day - 21 July 2027 (Singapore)
- Birthday of His Majesty the King - 28 July 2027 (Thailand)
Employee Engagement Ideas
- National Workaholics Day - 5 July 2027
- World Chocolate Day - 7 July 2027
- International Self-Care Day - 24 July 2027
- Parents’ Day - 25 July 2027
- National Intern Day - 29 July 2027
August
August is a major month for national celebrations across the region.
Key Dates and Holidays
- Singapore National Day - 9 August 2027
- Queen Mother’s Birthday - 12 August 2027 (Thailand)
- Ninoy Aquino Day - 21 August 2027 (Philippines)
- National Heroes Day - 30 August 2027 (Philippines)
- Malaysia National Day - 31 August 2027
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Book Lovers Day - 9 August 2027
- International Youth Day - 12 August 2027
- National Financial Awareness Day - 14 August 2027
September
September delivers a mix of cultural richness and professional recognition, making it an important month for both personal and professional achievements.
Do This With Omni:
- AI-generated workforce analytics (headcount, attrition trends)
- Insights available on demand, no manual reporting required
Key Dates and Holidays
- Vietnam National Day - 2 September 2027
- Mid-Autumn Festival - 15 September 2027
- Malaysia Day - 16 September 2027
- World Gratitude Day - 21 September 2027
- HR Professional Day - 26 September 2027
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Mid-Autumn Festival - 15 September 2027
- National Working Parents Day - 16 September 2027
- IT Professionals Day - 21 September 2027
- HR Professional Day - 26 September 2027
Start Planning for Year-End
- 2028 workforce planning
- Annual performance review preparation
- Compensation and promotion planning
- Employee retention initiatives
- Succession planning
- Annual leave balance reviews
October
As the final quarter of our HR calendar 2027 begins, this is an excellent time to evaluate team dynamics and watch for signs of employee burnout, ensuring a supportive work environment.
Observe World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2027 by encouraging discussions on mental well-being, organizing workshops, and providing resources to strengthen the mental health of your team.
The month of October also features the joyful celebration of Deepavali. Embrace the cultural diversity within your workplace by decorating the office with colorful decor, creating an inclusive atmosphere that boosts employee engagement and promotes a sense of belonging.
Key Dates and Holidays
- Hong Kong National Day - 1 October 2027
- Chung Yeung Festival - 8 October 2027 (Hong Kong)
- World Mental Health Day - 10 October 2027
- Deepavali - 28 October 2027 (Singapore and Malaysia)
- Halloween - 31 October 2027
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Diversity and Inclusion Awareness Month
- World Mental Health Day - 10 October 2027
- Deepavali - 28 October 2027 (Singapore and Malaysia)
- Halloween - 31 October 2027
Q4 HR Planning
- Review employee engagement and retention
- Monitor signs of burnout
- Prepare annual performance reviews
- Review 2028 workforce requirements
- Identify hiring needs
- Review HR policies and employee benefits
Do This With Omni:
- Engagement data flagged for unusual patterns
- Surfaces risk signals before they show up in exit interviews
November
November is an ideal time in our HR calendar 2027 to focus on employee development, career planning, and year-end performance preparation.
For organizations with employees in the Philippines, November also includes several important national and cultural holidays.
Key Dates and Holidays
- All Saints’ Day - 1 November 2027 (Philippines)
- All Souls’ Day - 2 November 2027 (Philippines)
- World Kindness Day - 13 November 2027
- Bonifacio Day - 30 November 2027 (Philippines)
Year-End Review and Goal Setting
Begin planning for annual reviews
- Reviewing employee performance data
- Gathering manager feedback
- Reviewing employee goals
- Identifying achievements and development areas
- Preparing 2028 objectives
- Planning compensation and promotion discussions
Additional reading: End-of-Year Employee Review Examples: Templates and Tips
Do This With Omni:
- Performance data consolidated across managers and teams
- Exportable reports for leadership review
Employee Engagement Ideas
- National Gratitude Month
- National Career Development Month
- World Kindness Day - 13 November 2027
December
We've reached the end of our HR calendar 2027!
December is the time to reflect on the year's achievements, recognize employees, celebrate milestones, and prepare for the year ahead.
It is also a critical period for HR teams to finalize annual performance reviews, workforce plans, employee records, leave balances, and 2028 HR priorities.
Do This With Omni:
- Employee records and leave balances updated in real time
- Single system of record going into the new year
Key Dates and Holidays
- National Day - 5 December 2027 (Thailand)
- Constitution Day - 10 December 2027 (Thailand)
- Christmas Eve - 24 December 2027
- Christmas Day - 25 December 2027
- Rizal Day - 30 December 2027 (Philippines)
- Last Day of the Year - 31 December 2027 (Philippines)
- New Year's Eve - 31 December 2027
Year-End Break and Holidays
Before closing out 2027:
- Complete annual performance reviews
- Finalize 2028 workforce plans
- Set 2028 employee and team goals
- Review remaining leave balances
- Confirm employee records are up to date
- Review compensation and promotion plans
- Communicate 2028 public holiday calendars
- Review HR policies and employee benefits
- Prepare for upcoming statutory and compliance changes
Employee Engagement Ideas
- Holiday Celebrations
Planning Your HR Calendar 2027
That's a complete overview of our comprehensive HR calendar 2027! Bookmark this calendar to organize your key events and holidays. If you'd like the printable version with a bonus of employee engagement calendar 2027 ideas applicable throughout the year, and enjoy the HR engagement 2027 benefits that come from these occasions, download your HR Calendar 2027 now!
Omni's intuitive, all-in-one HRIS helps HR teams and managers keep track of key dates, engagement opportunities, and manage employee schedules effortlessly with automated reminders and at-a-glance scheduling. Omni's platform enables you to create customized calendars for your employees around the globe, with pre-loaded holidays and cultural events based on your employees' location, and automated alerts so you never miss a holiday, work anniversary, or opportunity to engage with your team or prepare for your next important HR initiative.
With a comprehensive suite of modules to support every aspect of your business, Omni's platform offers an intuitive and fully customizable platform that integrates with your team's favorite tools for seamless and timely adoption.
If you'd like to learn more about how Omni's all-in-one HR software automates the entire end-to-end employee lifecycle, book a demo with our team today and explore the features designed to enhance your HR experience in 2027.
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