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Public Holidays in Malaysia 2026 + Free Staff Planning Template

Complete list of official public holidays and free downloadable staff planning templates

Official Public Holidays

13 holidays in Malaysia for 2026

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Holiday Date Day Applies To
Chinese New Year's Day
Lunar New Year is the first day of the Chinese calendar, which is a lunisolar calendar mainly use...
 February 17 Tuesday Nationwide
Second Day of Chinese New Year
Second Day of Chinese New Year is a federal public holiday in Malaysia
 February 18 Wednesday Johor,Kedah,Malacca,Negeri Sembilan,Pahang,Penang,Perak,Perlis,Selangor,Sabah,Sarawak,Kuala Lumpur,Labuan,Putrajaya
Hari Raya Puasa
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fa...
 March 20 Friday Nationwide
Hari Raya Puasa Day 2
Hari Raya Puasa Day 2 is a federal public holiday in Malaysia
 March 21 Saturday Nationwide
Labour Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries ar...
 May 01 Friday Nationwide
Hari Raya Haji
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijj...
 May 27 Wednesday Nationwide
Hari Raya Haji (Day 2)
Hari Raya Haji (Day 2) is a federal public holiday in Malaysia
 May 28 Thursday Kelantan,Terengganu
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong's Birthday
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong's Birthday is a federal public holiday in Malaysia
 June 01 Monday Nationwide
Muharram/New Year
Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar and a time of remembrance or mourning.
 June 17 Wednesday Nationwide
The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
Mawlid, or Milad, marks the birth of the Islamic prophet Muhammed, or Mohamed, in the year 570 of...
 August 26 Wednesday Nationwide
Malaysia's National Day
Malaysia's National Day is a federal public holiday in Malaysia
 August 31 Monday Nationwide
Malaysia Day
Malaysia Day is a federal public holiday in Malaysia
 September 16 Wednesday Nationwide
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregor...
 December 25 Friday Nationwide

Legal Notice: This information is for guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always validate with local authorities or legal practitioners in Malaysia.

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About Public Holidays in Malaysia

Public holidays in Malaysia are an essential aspect of the country's cultural diversity and heritage, reflecting its multi-ethnic society. The nation observes a mix of national and state-specific holidays, with significant celebrations such as Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Chinese New Year, and Deepavali, among others. In total, Malaysia recognizes around 14 public holidays at the federal level, with additional holidays varying by state. These holidays not only provide employees with time off for rest and celebration but also play a crucial role in absence management and staff leave planning for businesses. Understanding these public holidays is vital for effective workforce management and ensuring compliance with local labor laws.