Plan Ahead with Malaysia’s 2026 Public Holiday Calendar
Looking to plan your getaways in advance? Whether you’re organizing a family vacation, a spontaneous weekend break, or aiming to stretch your annual leave, knowing Malaysia’s public holidays in 2026 can help you make the most of your time off.
This table provides a clear snapshot of national and state-specific holidays for the entire year. From major festivities like Chinese New Year and Hari Raya Aidilfitri to regional celebrations such as Thaipusam and Gawai Dayak, it highlights the key dates that may affect both work and school calendars.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Thursday | New Year’s Day | National (except Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu) |
| January 29 | Thursday | Thaipusam | Observed in several states |
| February 18–19 | Wednesday–Thursday | Chinese New Year | National |
| March 20 | Friday | Awal Ramadan* | Subject to moon sighting |
| April 14 | Tuesday | Nuzul Al-Quran | Observed in some states |
| April 19–20 | Sunday–Monday | Hari Raya Aidilfitri* | Subject to moon sighting |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | National |
| May 24 | Sunday | Wesak Day | National |
| June 1–2 | Monday–Tuesday | Gawai Dayak | Sarawak only |
| June 6 | Saturday | Agong’s Birthday | National |
| June 28 | Sunday | Hari Raya Haji* | Subject to moon sighting |
| July 7 | Tuesday | Awal Muharram (Islamic New Year) | National |
| August 31 | Monday | National Day (Hari Merdeka) | National |
| September 16 | Wednesday | Malaysia Day | National |
| September 25 | Friday | Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (Maulidur Rasul) | National |
| October 20 | Tuesday | Deepavali* | All states except Sarawak |
| December 11 | Friday | Sultan of Selangor’s Birthday | Selangor only |
| December 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | National |
Holiday Planning Tips:
- Long weekends make great opportunities for quick trips—keep an eye out for holidays that fall on a Friday or Monday.
- Want a longer break? Pair your annual leave with mid-week holidays to stretch your vacation time.
- Don’t forget to check state-specific holidays, especially if you’re living in or heading to places like Sabah, Sarawak, or Penang.
- This page will be updated if the Malaysian government announces any changes to the holiday schedule.
