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.

This page lists every national public holiday in Malaysia for 2025.
17
Public holidays
15
On weekdays
2
On weekends
HolidayDateWeekdayType
Hari Tahun BaruJanuary 1, 2025WednesdayPublic holiday
Tahun Baru CinaJanuary 29, 2025WednesdayPublic holiday
Tahun Baru CinaJanuary 30, 2025ThursdayPublic holiday
Hari Nuzul Al-QuranMarch 17, 2025MondayPublic holiday
Hari Raya Aidil FitriMarch 30, 2025SundayWeekendPublic holiday
Hari Raya Aidil FitriMarch 31, 2025MondayPublic holiday
Hari PekerjaMay 1, 2025ThursdayPublic holiday
Vesak DayMay 12, 2025MondayPublic holiday
Hari Keputeraan Yang di-Pertuan AgongJune 2, 2025MondayPublic holiday
Hari Raya HajiJune 6, 2025FridayPublic holiday
Awal MuharramJune 26, 2025ThursdayPublic holiday
Hari KebangsaanAugust 31, 2025SundayWeekendPublic holiday
Hari Kebangsaan (substitute day)September 1, 2025MondayPublic holiday
Hari Keputeraan Nabi Muhammad S.A.W.September 4, 2025ThursdayPublic holiday
Hari MalaysiaSeptember 16, 2025TuesdayPublic holiday
DeepavaliOctober 20, 2025MondayPublic holiday
Hari KrismasDecember 25, 2025ThursdayPublic 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:

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