Malaysia Public Holidays
Public holidays in Malaysia are gazetted under the Holidays Act 1951 and are split between nationwide federal holidays and additional state holidays. The calendar reflects the country's mix of communities, combining Islamic, Buddhist, Hindu and Chinese observances alongside secular national days, with Islamic dates following the Hijri lunar calendar.
Last updated 3 July 2026.
Next holiday
The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
25 August 2026 (Tuesday), in 53 days
Upcoming public holidays
The holidays that matter most in Malaysia
Merdeka Day (National Day)
Merdeka Day on 31 August marks the independence of the Federation of Malaya from British rule in 1957.
Hari Raya Puasa
Hari Raya Puasa, also known as Aidilfitri, marks the end of the Ramadan fasting month and moves each year with the Islamic lunar calendar.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is observed by the country's large Chinese community and is set by the lunisolar calendar, usually falling in late January or February.
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How public holidays work in Malaysia
The set of holidays varies by state, and when a gazetted holiday falls on a weekly rest day a substitute day is normally granted. Public holidays are the days most workplaces and schools in Malaysia treat as days off, so they shape when people travel, book time away and plan around childcare. Religious holidays and wider observances sit alongside them. They are not always days off, but they are dates many households still mark. Each year page lists the public and religious holidays in full, and OneHaus keeps the complete set current in your shared home calendar.
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Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Malaysia have?
Malaysia has 29 public holidays in 2026. Open a year below to see each one with its date and day of the week.
When is the next holiday in Malaysia?
The next holiday is The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday on 25 August 2026 (Tuesday).
Can I add Malaysia holidays to my calendar?
Yes. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to Malaysia's holidays and keeps them up to date, so they show up in your shared calendar on iPhone and in any browser. Start with a free 30-day trial, no card needed, then one subscription covers everyone in your home.