| Day | Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Jan 01,2023 | New Year's Day | State Holiday |
| Monday | Jan 02,2023 | New Year's Day observed | State Holiday |
| Saturday | Jan 14,2023 | Birthday of Yang di-Pertuan Besar | State Holiday |
| Sunday | Jan 22,2023 | Lunar New Year's Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| Monday | Jan 23,2023 | Second Day of Lunar New Year | Federal Public Holiday |
| Monday | Jan 23,2023 | Lunar New Year Holiday | State Holiday |
| Wednesday | Feb 01,2023 | Federal Territory Day | Federal Territory Holiday |
| Sunday | Feb 05,2023 | Thaipusam | State Holiday |
| Tuesday | Feb 14,2023 | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| Saturday | Feb 18,2023 | Isra and Mi'raj | State Holiday |
| Saturday | Mar 04,2023 | Anniversary of the Coronation of the Sultan of Terengganu | State Holiday |
| Thursday | Mar 23,2023 | First Day of Ramadan | State Holiday |
| Thursday | Mar 23,2023 | Birthday of the Sultan of Johor | State Holiday |
| Friday | Apr 07,2023 | Good Friday | State Holiday |
| Saturday | Apr 08,2023 | Nuzul Al-Quran | State Holiday |
| Sunday | Apr 09,2023 | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Saturday | Apr 15,2023 | Declaration of Malacca as Historical City | State Holiday |
| Friday | Apr 21,2023 | Hari Raya Puasa Holiday | Federal Public Holiday |
| Saturday | Apr 22,2023 | Hari Raya Puasa | Federal Public Holiday |
| Sunday | Apr 23,2023 | Hari Raya Puasa Day 2 | Federal Public Holiday |
| Wednesday | Apr 26,2023 | Birthday of the Sultan of Terengganu | State Holiday |
| Monday | May 01,2023 | Labour Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| Thursday | May 04,2023 | Wesak Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| Monday | May 22,2023 | Pahang State Holiday | State Holiday |
| Tuesday | May 30,2023 | Harvest Festival | State Holiday |
| Wednesday | May 31,2023 | Second Day of Harvest Festival | State Holiday |
| Thursday | Jun 01,2023 | Gawai Dayak | State Holiday |
| Friday | Jun 02,2023 | Gawai Dayak Holiday | State Holiday |
| Monday | Jun 05,2023 | The Yang di-Pertuan Agong's Birthday | Federal Public Holiday |
| Sunday | Jun 18,2023 | Sultan of Kedah's Birthday | State Holiday |
| Wednesday | Jun 28,2023 | Day of Arafat | State Holiday |
| Thursday | Jun 29,2023 | Hari Raya Haji | Federal Public Holiday |
| Friday | Jun 30,2023 | Hari Raya Haji (Day 2) | State Holiday |
| Friday | Jun 30,2023 | Hari Raya Haji (Day 2) | Federal Public Holiday |
| Friday | Jul 07,2023 | George Town World Heritage City Day | State Holiday |
| Saturday | Jul 08,2023 | Penang Governor's Birthday | State Holiday |
| Monday | Jul 17,2023 | Birthday of the Raja of Perlis | State Holiday |
| Wednesday | Jul 19,2023 | Muharram/New Year | Federal Public Holiday |
| Saturday | Jul 22,2023 | Sarawak Independence Day | State Holiday |
| Sunday | Jul 30,2023 | Birthday of the Sultan of Pahang | State Holiday |
| Monday | Jul 31,2023 | Birthday of the Sultan of Pahang observed | State Holiday |
| Monday | Aug 14,2023 | Special Public Holiday | State Holiday |
| Wednesday | Aug 23,2023 | Almarhum Sultan Iskandar Hol Day | State Holiday |
| Thursday | Aug 24,2023 | Birthday of the Governor of Malacca | State Holiday |
| Thursday | Aug 31,2023 | Malaysia's National Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| Saturday | Sep 16,2023 | Malaysia Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| Thursday | Sep 28,2023 | The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Tentative Date) | Federal Public Holiday |
| Saturday | Oct 07,2023 | Birthday of the Governor of Sabah | State Holiday |
| Saturday | Oct 14,2023 | Birthday of the Governor of Sarawak | State Holiday |
| Friday | Nov 03,2023 | Birthday of the Sultan of Perak | State Holiday |
| Saturday | Nov 11,2023 | Birthday of the Sultan of Kelantan | State Holiday |
| Sunday | Nov 12,2023 | Diwali/Deepavali | Federal Public Holiday |
| Sunday | Nov 12,2023 | Birthday of the Sultan of Kelantan (Day 2) | State Holiday |
| Monday | Dec 11,2023 | Birthday of the Sultan of Selangor | State Holiday |
| Sunday | Dec 24,2023 | Christmas Eve | State Holiday |
| Sunday | Dec 24,2023 | Christmas Eve | Observance |
| Monday | Dec 25,2023 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| Sunday | Dec 31,2023 | New Year's Eve | Observance |
New Year's Day, celebrated on January 1st, marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar. Malaysians welcome the year with fireworks, parties, and family gatherings. It symbolizes fresh starts and new opportunities.
This holiday honors the Yang di-Pertuan Besar, the constitutional monarch of Negeri Sembilan state. Celebrated on April 27th, it showcases traditional customs, cultural performances, and parades to pay homage to the state's leader.
Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, is a significant festival for Malaysia's Chinese community. Celebrated on the lunar calendar's first day, it includes lion dances, lanterns, and delicious feasts to usher in prosperity.
The second day of Lunar New Year continues the festivities with family visits and more delicious food. It strengthens family bonds and reflects the importance of unity in Malaysian culture.
The entire Lunar New Year holiday period is marked by colorful decorations and open houses, fostering goodwill among communities. It's a time for forgiveness, renewal, and strengthening relationships.
Celebrated on February 1st, Federal Territory Day commemorates the formation of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Labuan as federal territories. Festivities include parades, cultural displays, and exhibitions highlighting their significance.
Thaipusam is a Hindu festival celebrated in January or February, depending on the Tamil calendar. Devotees fulfill vows and pierce their bodies with hooks and spears as acts of devotion, demonstrating the power of faith and penance.
Valentine's Day, celebrated on February 14th, is a day of love and affection. Malaysians exchange gifts, flowers, and heartfelt messages with loved ones, emphasizing the universal language of love that transcends cultural boundaries.
Isra and Mi'raj commemorate the Prophet Muhammad's miraculous night journey and ascension to the heavens. It is a significant spiritual event for Muslims, emphasizing faith and the importance of Islamic history and tradition.
This event celebrates the coronation of the Sultan of Terengganu, showcasing the state's rich heritage and culture. It includes traditional performances, processions, and cultural exhibitions.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and the first day marks the beginning of a month-long fast from dawn to sunset. It's a time of reflection, spiritual growth, and communal prayers for Malaysia's Muslim population.
The birthday of the Sultan of Johor, celebrated on March 22nd, is a state holiday in Johor. Festivities include parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that showcase the heritage and traditions of the Johor Sultanate.
Good Friday is observed by Malaysia's Christian community to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is a solemn day of reflection, prayer, and church services, highlighting the significance of Christ's sacrifice for Christians.
Nuzul Al-Quran, celebrated on the 17th day of Ramadan, commemorates the revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad. It's a time for Muslims to deepen their understanding of the Quran's teachings through study and reflection.
Easter Sunday, following Good Friday, celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Malaysian Christians attend church services, engage in feasts, and exchange Easter eggs as symbols of new life and hope.
This day marks the recognition of Malacca as a historical city due to its rich heritage and cultural significance. Celebrations include cultural performances, exhibitions, and events showcasing Malacca's history and heritage.
Hari Raya Puasa, also known as Eid al-Fitr, is a joyous Muslim festival celebrated at the end of Ramadan. It involves special prayers, communal feasting, and the giving of Zakat al-Fitr (charitable donations) to those in need.
This holiday marks the birthday of the Sultan of Terengganu, celebrated with parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that reflect the rich heritage and traditions of Terengganu state.
Labour Day, celebrated on May 1st, honors the contributions of workers to the nation's development. Malaysians participate in parades and events advocating workers' rights and acknowledging their role in society.
Wesak Day is a significant Buddhist festival celebrating the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha. Devotees visit temples, make offerings, and participate in processions, emphasizing compassion and enlightenment.
This holiday celebrates the state of Pahang, showcasing its cultural heritage and traditions through parades, exhibitions, and cultural performances. It fosters a sense of pride and unity among Pahang's residents.
The Harvest Festival, celebrated by Sabah's Kadazandusun and Murut communities, marks the rice harvest season. Festivities include cultural displays, traditional games, and the crowning of the Harvest Festival Queen.
The second day of the Harvest Festival continues the celebrations with more cultural events, traditional food, and activities that strengthen the bonds of the community and highlight Sabah's cultural diversity.
Gawai Dayak, celebrated by Sarawak's Dayak community, honors the rice gods and marks the rice harvesting season. Festivities include traditional rituals, dances, and cultural performances that showcase Dayak heritage.
The Gawai Dayak holiday extends the celebrations with more cultural events, emphasizing the importance of unity, culture, and traditions among Sarawak's Dayak people.
This holiday celebrates the birthday of Malaysia's constitutional monarch, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Malaysians participate in parades and events that reflect the nation's respect for the monarchy and its role in governance.
The birthday of the Sultan of Kedah, celebrated on January 17th, is a state holiday in Kedah. Festivities include parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that highlight the heritage and traditions of the Kedah Sultanate.
Day of Arafat is an important day for Muslims during the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. It falls on the 9th day of Dhul-Hijjah and involves fasting, prayer, and reflection on the plains of Arafat, emphasizing humility and devotion.
Hari Raya Haji, also known as Eid al-Adha, commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. It involves the sacrifice of animals and the distribution of meat to the needy.
This day celebrates George Town's status as a UNESCO World Heritage City, highlighting its architectural and cultural significance. Festivities include cultural events, exhibitions, and heritage walks, showcasing the city's unique charm.
The birthday of the Penang Governor, celebrated on the second Saturday of July, is a state holiday in Penang. It includes parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that showcase Penang's history and cultural heritage.
This holiday marks the birthday of the Raja of Perlis, celebrated with parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that reflect the rich heritage and traditions of Perlis state.
Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, marks the Islamic New Year. It's a time for Muslims to reflect on their lives, seek forgiveness, and make resolutions for the year ahead, emphasizing personal growth and spirituality.
Sarawak Independence Day, celebrated on July 22nd, commemorates Sarawak's independence from British colonial rule in 1963. Festivities include parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that reflect Sarawak's history and culture.
This holiday marks the birthday of the Sultan of Pahang, celebrated with parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that showcase Pahang's heritage and traditions.
Special public holidays may be declared for various occasions, such as national celebrations or significant events. The nature of these holidays and the associated festivities can vary widely.
This holiday honors the late Sultan Iskandar of Johor and is observed in Johor. It includes events and activities that pay tribute to the Sultan's legacy and contributions to the state.
The birthday of the Governor of Malacca, celebrated on the second Saturday of October, is a state holiday in Malacca. Festivities include parades, cultural events, and exhibitions highlighting Malacca's history and heritage.
Malaysia's National Day, celebrated on August 31st, commemorates the country's independence from British colonial rule in 1957. Festivities include parades, cultural events, and fireworks that showcase Malaysia's unity and diversity.
Malaysia Day, observed on September 16th, marks the formation of Malaysia through the merger of Malaya, Sabah, Sarawak, and Singapore (Singapore later left the federation). It emphasizes national unity and the strength of diversity.
The birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, known as Maulidur Rasul, is celebrated by Muslims with prayers, processions, and readings from the Quran and Hadith (sayings of the Prophet). It emphasizes the love and respect for the Prophet's teachings.
The birthday of the Governor of Sabah, celebrated on the first Saturday of October, is a state holiday in Sabah. It includes parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that highlight Sabah's history and cultural heritage.
The birthday of the Governor of Sarawak, celebrated on the second Saturday of September, is a state holiday in Sarawak. It includes parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that reflect Sarawak's history and culture.
This holiday marks the birthday of the Sultan of Perak, celebrated with parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that showcase Perak's heritage and traditions.
The birthday of the Sultan of Kelantan, celebrated on November 11th, is a state holiday in Kelantan. Festivities include parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that reflect the rich heritage and traditions of Kelantan state.
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a Hindu festival of lights celebrated with enthusiasm by Malaysia's Indian community. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, featuring lights, sweets, and cultural performances.
This holiday marks the birthday of the Sultan of Selangor, celebrated with parades, cultural events, and exhibitions that showcase Selangor's heritage and traditions.
Christmas Eve, celebrated on December 24th, is the evening before Christmas Day. Malaysians, especially Christians, attend church services and spend time with family, exchanging gifts and enjoying festive meals.
Christmas Eve, celebrated on December 24th, is the evening before Christmas Day. Malaysians, especially Christians, attend church services and spend time with family, exchanging gifts and enjoying festive meals.
Christmas Day, observed on December 25th, marks the birth of Jesus Christ. Malaysians decorate their homes, exchange gifts, and participate in festive gatherings, highlighting the spirit of love, peace, and giving.
New Year's Eve, celebrated on December 31st, is a night of festivities, parties, and countdowns to welcome the upcoming year. Malaysians join global celebrations with fireworks and joyous gatherings, bidding farewell to the old year.
