Holidays and Observances in Malaysia in 2026
Following is a list of holidays and observances in Malaysia for 2026, providing a concise overview of the country's key celebrations. It showcases Malaysia's rich cultural heritage and the unique blend of traditional and modern festivities throughout the year.
| Holiday | Date | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese New Year | February 17 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Chinese New Year (Day 2) | February 18 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Eid ul-Fitr (Hari Raya Aidilfitri) | March 20 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Eid ul-Fitr (Hari Raya Aidilfitri) (Day 2) | March 21 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Adha (Hari Raya Haji) | May 27 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Adha (Hari Raya Haji) (Day 2) | May 28 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Wesak Day | May 31 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| The Yang di-Pertuan Agong's Birthday (King's Birthday) | June 01 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Awal Muharram (Islamic New Year) | June 17 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Maulidur Rasul (Prophet Muhammad's Birthday) | August 25 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| National Day (Hari Merdeka) | August 31 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Malaysia Day | September 16 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Deepavali (Diwali) | November 08 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Friday | Public Holiday |
Holidays by Year
Previous Year: 2023