Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Penang, Perak, Putrajaya, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor: New Year's Day is a public holiday in all countries that observe the Gregorian calendar, with the exception of Israel
Malaysia: Celebrated by Muslims on the twelfth day of the month of Rabiulawal, the third month of the Muslim calendar
Negeri Sembilan: The ruler of Negeri Sembilan is selected by a council of ruling chiefs
Kedah: This regional public holiday in Kedah marks the ceremonial birthday of the Sultan.
Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Putrajaya: Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Putrajaya only. Anniversary of the formation of the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in 1974
Tuesday February 3rd
Thaipusam
Johor, Kedah, Kuala Lumpur, Negeri Sembilan, Penang, Perak, Putrajaya, Selangor: Thaipusam is celebrated in honour of Lord Subramaniam, also known as Lord Murugan
Malaysia: The Chinese New Year is very similar to the Western one, swathed in traditions and rituals
Friday February 20th
Long Weekend!
Chinese New Year
Johor, Kedah, Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Penang, Perak, Perlis, Putrajaya, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor: The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Festivities include fireworks, parades, and performances. The holiday closes with a lantern festival.
Terengganu: On March 4th 1999, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin was installed as the 17th Sultan of Terengganu
Kelantan: Kelantan only. Allow people to vote in the Chempaka by-elections.
Johor: Johor only. Celebrated on March 23rd from 2015
Johor: The coronation of Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar as the state's fifth Sultan in the history of Modern Johor will be held at Istana Besar Johor on March 23
Friday April 3rd
Long Weekend!
Good Friday
Sabah, Sarawak: Good Friday occurs on the Friday before Easter. The day commemorates the Crucifixion of Jesus.
Melaka: Malacca City was declared as a UNESCO Historic City on April 15th 1989.
Terengganu: The current sultan, Mizan Zainal Abidin, is the 17th sultan
Friday May 1st
Long Weekend!
Labour Day
Malaysia: This holiday is most commonly associated as a commemoration of the achievements of the labour movement
Malaysia: Marks three key events in Buddhas life - his birthday, the enlightenment and his achievement of Nirvana
Sarawak: Public holiday in Sarawak as Wesak Day is on Sunday
Pahang:
Perak: A state public holiday in Perak to commemorate the enthronement of Sultan Nazrin Shah as the 35th Sultan of Perak
Penang:
Pahang: A holiday since 1974 to commemorate the death of the fourth Sultan of Pahang, Sultan Abu Bakar.
Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis: Isra and Mi'raj marks the Night Journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and the ascent into heaven
Perlis: The Raja of Perlis , Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin was born in Arau, Perlis on May 17th 1943
Malaysia: Kelantan only. Allow supporters to travel to FA Cup in Kuala Lumpur
Labuan, Sabah: Pesta Kaamatan is a harvest festival celebrated annually in the state of Sabah and territory of Labuan
Labuan, Sabah: Pesta Kaamatan is a harvest festival celebrated annually in the state of Sabah and territory of Labuan
Monday June 1st
Long Weekend!
Gawai Dayak
Sarawak: Sarawak. Dayak Festival is a major harvest festival celebrated over two days
Sarawak: Sarawak. Dayak Festival is a major harvest festival celebrated over two days
Malaysia: This holiday celebrates the birthday of SPB Yang di Pertuan Agong, the King of Malaysia
Monday June 8th
Long Weekend!
Public Holiday
Sabah: Sabah. Only. A day of mourning has been declared for the victims of the recent earthquake in the region
Johor, Kedah, Melaka: Ramadan is the ninth month of the Muslim calendar. It is during this month that Muslims fast
Kelantan, Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Pahang, Penang, Perak, Perlis, Putrajaya, Selangor, Terengganu: Nuzul Quran
Penang: Anniversary of the recognition of George Town as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008.
Penang: Penang. Birthday Of His Excellency the Yang di-Pertua Negeri Pulau Pinang
Malaysia: Marks the end of the fasting period of the Islamic month of Ramadan
Malaysia: Marks the end of the fasting period of the Islamic month of Ramadan
Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu: Marks the end of the fasting period of the Islamic month of Ramadan
Monday August 31st
Long Weekend!
National Day
Malaysia: 31st August marks Malaysia's Independence Day. Also known as Merdeka Day
Sarawak: The birthday of the Governor of Sarawak is a regional public holiday in Malaysia on the second Saturday in October.
Wednesday September 16th
Malaysia Day
Malaysia: In 1963, the former British colony of Singapore and the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, joined the Federation of Malaya
Malaysia: This festival is celebrated throughout the Muslim world as a commemoration of Prophet Abrahams willingness to sacrifice everything for God
Friday September 25th
Long Weekend!
Hari Raya Haji
Kelantan, Terengganu: This festival is celebrated throughout the Muslim world as a commemoration of Prophet Abrahams willingness to sacrifice everything for God
Sabah: Sabah only. 1st Satuday in October
Melaka: The official birthday of the Governor of Melaka is observed on August 24.
Malaysia: Marks Islamic New Year and the Prophet's journey from Mecca to Medina in 622AD.
Pahang: July 30th is a state public holiday in Pahang for the birthday of the Sultan, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.
Johor: Johor only. Public holiday to mark JDT's AFC Cup victory
Tuesday November 10th
Deepavali
Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Penang, Perak, Perlis, Putrajaya, Sabah, Selangor, Terengganu: Celebrations revolve around the triumph of good over evil, purity over impurity, light over darkness
Kelantan: The birthday of the Sultan of Kelantan is always celebrated on November 11th
Kelantan: Kelantan only. Always celebrated on 12 November
Johor: 6 Safar. Johor only. Marks the death of the previous state Sultan, Al-Mutawakkil Alallah
Johor: Johor only. Celebrated on March 23rd from 2015
Perak: Perak only. Always celebrated on 27 November
Selangor: Selangor only. Always celebrated on 11 December
Monday December 14th
Long Weekend!
Public Holiday
Selangor: Selangor only. Holiday for winning the Malaysia Cup
Malaysia: Celebrated by Muslims on the twelfth day of the month of Rabiulawal, the third month of the Muslim calendar
Friday December 25th
Long Weekend!
Christmas Day
Malaysia: Christmas celebrates the Nativity of Jesus which according to tradition took place on December 25th 1 BC