Malaysia Public Holidays 2025
In 2025, there are 17 public holidays across Malaysia. The first falls on January 1, 2025 (Hari Tahun Baru) and the last on December 25, 2025 (Hari Krismas). Of these, 2 land on a weekend, which is worth checking if you are counting on days off from work.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hari Tahun Baru | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Tahun Baru Cina | January 29, 2025 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Tahun Baru Cina | January 30, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Hari Nuzul Al-Quran | March 17, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Hari Raya Aidil Fitri | March 30, 2025 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Hari Raya Aidil Fitri | March 31, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Hari Pekerja | May 1, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Vesak Day | May 12, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Hari Keputeraan Yang di-Pertuan Agong | June 2, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Hari Raya Haji | June 6, 2025 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Awal Muharram | June 26, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Hari Kebangsaan | August 31, 2025 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Hari Kebangsaan (substitute day) | September 1, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Hari Keputeraan Nabi Muhammad S.A.W. | September 4, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Hari Malaysia | September 16, 2025 | Tuesday | Public holiday |
| Deepavali | October 20, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Hari Krismas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
January is the densest month for holidays, which tends to shape travel and shopping patterns. Use the table below to see each 2025 holiday in Malaysia, when it happens and which day of the week it lands on. We track national holidays only, leaving out regional variations, so the list stays consistent and easy to compare with other countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Malaysia have in 2025?
Malaysia has 17 national public holidays in 2025. The first is Hari Tahun Baru on January 1, 2025 and the last is Hari Krismas on December 25, 2025.
What is the first public holiday of 2025 in Malaysia?
The first public holiday of 2025 is Hari Tahun Baru, which falls on January 1, 2025, a Wednesday.
What is the last public holiday of 2025 in Malaysia?
The final national public holiday of 2025 is Hari Krismas on December 25, 2025, a Thursday.
Are regional holidays included for Malaysia?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Malaysia are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Malaysia
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Malaysia public holiday calendar across years: