Malaysia Day 2026, School Holiday & Public Holiday Dates

Date of Malaysia Day 2026 Malaysia Day celebration or Malaysia Day, school holidays and public holidays, remind us that Malaysia celebrates Malaysia Day, commemorating the formation of the Federation of Malaysia in 1963. Malaysia Day recalls the moment when Malaya, North Borneo (Sabah), Sarawak, and Singapore united to form the country known as Malaysia on 16 September 1963. However, Singapore later withdrew from this federation.

Malaysia Day was officially recognized as an official public holiday in 2010, intended to honor the contributions of the federation and promote national unity.

Malaysia Day Date 2026

Announcement of Official Dates for Malaysia Day 2026 Holidays

If you refer to the 2026 federal and state public holiday schedule by kabinet.gov.my, Malaysia Day will be celebrated in Malaysia on:

September 16, 2026 (Wednesday) – Malaysia Day (All States)

September 2026

School Holidays in Conjunction with Malaysia Day Public Holiday 2026

All students in Malaysia will enjoy the Malaysia Day holiday or Malaysia Day based on their school group in 2026. These dates will help students, parents and even teachers plan their celebrations and travel arrangements effectively.

Group A

(Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu)

16 September 2026 (Wednesday) – School holiday in all states

Group B

(Mellaka, Johor, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Penang, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor, WP Kuala Lumpur, WP Labuan and WP Putrajaya)

16 September 2026 (Wednesday) – School holiday in all states

If you plan ahead, keep in mind that the school will follow the government's public holiday schedule without additional holidays.

The Ministry of Education has not announced any special/additional arrangements for the 2026 Malaysia Day celebration. You can check the official MOE portal for any latest information on the academic calendar as the celebration date approaches.

Malaysia Day Celebration in Malaysia

Every year on September 16, Malaysia celebrates Malaysia Day, commemorating the formation of the Federation of Malaysia in 1963. Malaysia Day recalls the moment when Malaya, North Borneo (Sabah), Sarawak, and Singapore united to form the country known as Malaysia on September 16, 1963.

However, Singapore later withdrew from this federation.

Malaysia Day honours the amalgamation of various states and peoples, highlighting Malaysia's unity and cultural diversity. The federal and state governments organise official events including flag raising, speeches and exhibitions in public squares and government areas.

Malaysia Day Dates by Year

2025 September 16 Tuesday
2026 September 16 Wednesday
2027 September 16 Thursday

The Malaysia Day holiday fosters pride across the region, strengthens Malaysia's federal identity and fosters unity among its multi-racial community.

Various ceremonies and official functions are organised. The rich cultural traditions of Sabah, Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia are showcased in performances and open houses. Forums and exhibitions offer insights into Malaysia's formation, history and path towards unity.

The Malaysia Day celebration commemorates the formation of the Malaysian nation.