The Commission on the Filipino Language is the lead agency in charge of organizing events in relation to the observances.

Efforts to introduce a national language in the Philippines began in 1935 during the Commonwealth era led by President Manuel L. Quezon.

The end date was selected due to being the birthday of Tagalog litterateur Francisco Balagtas.

The change was made due to the older dates falling on students' summer break which meant schools can not take part in it.

The end date was selected for being the birthday of Manuel L. Quezon, who became known as the "Father of the National Language".