Here Are Malaysia's Long Weekends & Holidays In 2026

Plan your 2026 holidays in Kuala Lumpur. See the long weekend dates, smart leave tips, and things to do near Bukit Bintang and Sunway Velocity Hotel.

Planning your 2026 holidays in KL? Use this simple guide to lock in long weekends, then book a cozy base near Bukit Bintang so you can eat, shop, and explore without stress. The dates below follow our “Long Weekend 2026” planner. Public holidays can vary by state, so always double-check before booking.

Quick view: 2026 long weekends and smart leave days

New Year’s Day
1–4 January
– National holiday on 1 January (PH).
– Suggested AL: 2 January to enjoy 1–4 January.

Thaipusam
30 January – 2 February
– National holiday on 2 February (PH).
– Suggested AL: 30 January to enjoy 30 Jan – 2 Feb.

Chinese New Year
14–18 February
– National holidays on 17–18 February (PH).
– Suggested AL: 16 February to enjoy 14–18 February.

Hari Raya Aidilfitri
21–23 March
– National holiday tentatively 21–22 March (PH); 23 March may be a replacement holiday (subject to moon sighting), except Kedah.
– Suggest AL: 20 March for a 4-day holiday.

Labour Day
1–3 May
– National holiday on 1 May (PH).
– Suggested AL: None needed for a 1–3 May weekend.

Wesak Day & Agong’s Birthday
30 May – 1 June
– Holidays on 31 May (PH) and 1 June (PH).
– Suggested AL: None needed

Awal Muharram
17 -21 June (tentative)
– Date subject to moon sighting. Tentative on 17 June (PH)
– Suggested AL: 2 days AL from 18-19 June to create a 5-day window (e.g., 17–21 June).

Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (Maulidur Rasul)
22–25 August (tentative)
– National holiday in 25 August (PH); exact date varies by official announcement.
– Suggested AL: 24 August to enjoy 22–25 August.

National Day (Merdeka)
29–31 August
– National holiday on 31 August (PH).
– Suggested AL: None needed for 29–31 August.

Malaysia Day
16–20 September
– National holiday on 16 September (PH).
– Suggested AL: 17-18 September to enjoy 16–20 September.

Deepavali
7–9 November
– National holiday on 9 November (PH).
– Suggested AL: None needed for 7–9 November.

Christmas
24–27 December
– National holiday on 25 December (PH).
– Suggested AL: 24 December to enjoy 24–27 December.

(PH = public holiday, AL = annual leave. Check official gazettes and your state calendar for confirmation.)

You can check out the full calendar here.

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Where to stay for easy KL access

For a chill, car-free break near Bukit Bintang, stay around Sunway Velocity Hotel. You are a few stops from the city’s busiest retail stretch and food streets, with covered links and MRT access that takes you straight into the action.

Why this area works for long weekends in KL

• Fast access to Bukit Bintang malls, Jalan Alor food street, and Changkat nightlife.

• Short rides to KLCC, Petronas Twin Towers, and cultural spots like Central Market.

• Tons of late-night eats, coffee bars, and local breakfast options.

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