Wesak Day 2026 in Malaysia
Wesak Day 2026 in Malaysia falls on 31 May. Discover the meaning, history, traditions, rituals, and celebrations of the Buddhist festival honoring the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Buddha.
May 31, 2026
Public Holidays
2026
Harvest Festival (Kaamatan) 2026
Harvest Festival (Kaamatan) 2026 will be celebrated on 30 May in Sabah and Labuan. Discover the history, traditions, Unduk Ngadau pageant, cultural events, and food that make this iconic Kadazan-Dusun harvest festival special.
May 30, 2026
Hari Raya Haji 2026 in Malaysia
Hari Raya Haji 2026 in Malaysia falls on 27 May. Learn about the meaning of Eid al-Adha, Qurban sacrifice, traditions, celebrations, and why it is an important national public holiday.
May 26, 2026
Hari Hol Pahang 2026 – A Day of Remembrance for the Former Sultan of Pahang
Hari Hol Pahang 2026 is a state public holiday in Pahang observed on 22 May to commemorate the death anniversary of the former Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang. Learn its history, significance, and traditions.
May 22, 2026
Raja Perlis’ Birthday 2026: Celebrating the Royal Heritage of Perlis
Raja Perlis’ Birthday 2026 falls on 17 May and is a public holiday in Perlis, Malaysia. Learn about its history, celebrations, royal ceremonies, and cultural significance.
May 17, 2026
Labour Day 2026 in Malaysia (Hari Pekerja)
Labour Day 2026 in Malaysia falls on May 1. Discover the history, significance, celebrations, and importance of Hari Pekerja, a national holiday honoring Malaysian workers.
May 1, 2026
Arafat Day Public Holiday in Kelantan & Terengganu
Arafat Day 2026 will be observed on 26 May as a public holiday in Kelantan and Terengganu. Learn about its Islamic significance, connection to Hajj, fasting traditions, and preparations for Eid al-Adha.
April 26, 2026
Sultan of Terengganu’s Birthday 2026 – A Royal Celebration Honouring Terengganu’s Monarch
Sultan of Terengganu’s Birthday 2026 will be celebrated on 26 April as a public holiday in Terengganu, honouring Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin with royal ceremonies and cultural events across the state.
April 26, 2026
Good Friday 2026 Public Holiday in Sabah & Sarawak
Good Friday 2026 falls on 3 April and is a public holiday in Sabah and Sarawak, Malaysia. Learn about its meaning, traditions, religious observances, and significance for Christians.
April 3, 2026
Sabah Governor’s Birthday 2026-Public Holiday Celebrated Across Sabah
Sabah Governor’s Birthday 2026 falls on 30 March and is a public holiday in Sabah, Malaysia. Learn about its history, celebrations, significance, and how the state honours the Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sabah.
March 30, 2026
Sultan of Johor’s Birthday 2026-Honouring Johor’s Royal Leader
Learn about the Sultan of Johor’s Birthday 2026 celebrated on 23 March in Johor, Malaysia. Discover its history, royal ceremonies, celebrations, and significance.
March 23, 2026
2025
15 September 2025 Declared Public Holiday for Malaysia Day
Malaysia has declared 15 September 2025 as an additional public holiday ahead of Malaysia Day, creating a four-day weekend. Discover celebration highlights, travel ideas, and tips for making the most of the Malaysia Day long weekend
September 10, 2025
