malaysia Holidays

Posted by CelebrateZone.com on Wed, May 10, 2023

All upcoming holidays for Malaysia.

Malaysia is a multicultural country located in Southeast Asia, known for its diverse ethnic groups, beautiful landscapes, and delicious cuisine. The country celebrates a variety of holidays throughout the year, including:

  1. Hari Raya Aidilfitri: This is the most significant holiday in Malaysia, celebrated by Muslims at the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. It is a time for forgiveness, visiting family and friends, and enjoying traditional Malay dishes.

  2. Chinese New Year: This is a major celebration for the Chinese community in Malaysia. It is a time for family reunions, exchanging gifts, and eating lots of delicious food.

  3. Deepavali: Also known as the Festival of Lights, this Hindu holiday is celebrated by the Indian community in Malaysia. It involves lighting lamps, decorating homes, and enjoying traditional Indian sweets.

  4. Wesak Day: This Buddhist holiday commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha. It is celebrated with prayer, meditation, and acts of kindness.

  5. National Day: This holiday celebrates Malaysia’s independence from British colonial rule on August 31, 1957. It is a time for patriotic displays, parades, and cultural performances.

  6. Christmas: Although not an official holiday in Malaysia, Christmas is celebrated by the Christian community and is a time for family gatherings, gift-giving, and festive decorations.

Overall, Malaysia is a vibrant and diverse country that celebrates a wide range of holidays, reflecting its multicultural heritage.

Holidays in Malaysia

Date Holiday
22, January, 2023 Chinese New Year
23, January, 2023 Chinese New Year Holiday
04, May, 2023 Vesak Day*
01, May, 2023 Labour Day
05, June, 2023 Birthday of SPB Yang di-Pertuan Agong
31, August, 2023 National Day
16, September, 2023 Malaysia Day
11, November, 2023 Deepavali*
25, December, 2023 Christmas Day
27, September, 2023 Maulidur Rasul (Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad)*
21, April, 2023 Hari Raya Puasa*
22, April, 2023 Second day of Hari Raya Puasa*
28, June, 2023 Hari Raya Haji*
24, January, 2023 Chinese New Year [In lieu]
19, July, 2023 Awal Muharram (Hijri New Year)*
10, February, 2024 Chinese New Year
11, February, 2024 Chinese New Year Holiday
22, May, 2024 Vesak Day*
01, May, 2024 Labour Day
03, June, 2024 Birthday of SPB Yang di-Pertuan Agong
31, August, 2024 National Day
16, September, 2024 Malaysia Day
30, October, 2024 Deepavali*
25, December, 2024 Christmas Day
15, September, 2024 Maulidur Rasul (Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad)*
10, April, 2024 Hari Raya Puasa*
11, April, 2024 Second day of Hari Raya Puasa*
16, June, 2024 Hari Raya Haji*
12, February, 2024 Chinese New Year Holiday [In lieu]
17, June, 2024 Hari Raya Haji* [In lieu]
17, September, 2024 Maulidur Rasul (Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad)* [In lieu]
07, July, 2024 Awal Muharram (Hijri New Year)*
29, January, 2025 Chinese New Year
30, January, 2025 Chinese New Year Holiday
11, May, 2025 Vesak Day*
01, May, 2025 Labour Day
02, June, 2025 Birthday of SPB Yang di-Pertuan Agong
31, August, 2025 National Day
16, September, 2025 Malaysia Day
18, November, 2025 Deepavali*
25, December, 2025 Christmas Day
04, September, 2025 Maulidur Rasul (Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad)*
30, March, 2025 Hari Raya Puasa*
31, March, 2025 Second day of Hari Raya Puasa*
06, June, 2025 Hari Raya Haji*
01, April, 2025 Hari Raya Puasa* [In lieu]
12, May, 2025 Vesak Day* [In lieu]
01, September, 2025 National Day [In lieu]
26, June, 2025 Awal Muharram (Hijri New Year)*
17, February, 2026 Chinese New Year
18, February, 2026 Chinese New Year Holiday
01, May, 2026 Labour Day; Vesak Day*
01, June, 2026 Birthday of SPB Yang di-Pertuan Agong
31, August, 2026 National Day
16, September, 2026 Malaysia Day
07, November, 2026 Deepavali*
25, December, 2026 Christmas Day
25, August, 2026 Maulidur Rasul (Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad)*
20, March, 2026 Hari Raya Puasa*
21, March, 2026 Second day of Hari Raya Puasa*
27, May, 2026 Hari Raya Haji*
16, June, 2026 Awal Muharram (Hijri New Year)*
06, February, 2027 Chinese New Year
07, February, 2027 Chinese New Year Holiday
20, May, 2027 Vesak Day*
01, May, 2027 Labour Day
07, June, 2027 Birthday of SPB Yang di-Pertuan Agong
31, August, 2027 National Day
16, September, 2027 Malaysia Day
27, October, 2027 Deepavali*
25, December, 2027 Christmas Day
14, August, 2027 Maulidur Rasul (Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad)*
09, March, 2027 Hari Raya Puasa*
10, March, 2027 Second day of Hari Raya Puasa*
16, May, 2027 Hari Raya Haji*
08, February, 2027 Chinese New Year Holiday [In lieu]
17, May, 2027 Hari Raya Haji* [In lieu]
06, June, 2027 Awal Muharram (Hijri New Year)*