Sultan of Selangor's Birthday 2026, School Holiday & Public Holiday Dates

The date of the Sultan of Selangor's Birthday 2026 or Selangor Sultan's Birthday 2026, the celebration of the Sultan of Selangor's Birthday 2026, school holidays and public holidays, reminds us that the state of Selangor celebrates the birthday of the Sultan of Selangor, in honor of the head of state.

Every year on December 11, the state of Selangor celebrates the birthday of the Sultan of Selangor.

Date of the Sultan of Selangor's Birthday 2026

Announcement of the Official Date of the Sultan of Selangor's Birthday Holiday 2026

If you refer to the 2026 federal and state public holiday schedule by kabinet.gov.my, the Sultan of Selangor's Birthday will be celebrated in Malaysia on:

December 11, 2026 (Friday) – Birthday of the Sultan of Selangor (Selangor)

December 2026

School Holidays in Conjunction with the Sultan of Selangor's Birthday Public Holiday 2026

All students in Malaysia will enjoy the Sultan of Selangor's Birthday 2026 holiday 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)

11 December 2026 (Friday) – Normal school holiday on that day. No additional holidays.

Group B

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

11 December 2026 (Friday) – School holiday in Selangor only. Normal school day for other states on that day. No additional holidays

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 Sultan of Selangor Birthday celebration. You can check the official MOE portal for any latest information on the academic calendar as the celebration date approaches.

Celebration of the Sultan of Selangor's Birthday in Malaysia

Every year on December 11, the state of Selangor celebrates the birthday of the Sultan of Selangor, in honour of the state's head of government.

The current Sultan of Selangor is : HIS HOLINESS SULTAN SHARAFUDDIN IDRIS SHAH ALHAJ IBNI ALMARHUM SULTAN SALAHUDDIN ABDUL AZIZ SHAH ALHAJ

His Majesty Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj was proclaimed the 9th Sultan of Selangor on 22 November 2001, corresponding to 6 Ramadhan 1422 Hijrah.

His Majesty's birthday was officially set on December 11, the same date every year, and declared a state holiday for the people of Selangor.

The Sultan serves as the head of the state of Selangor and the head of the Islamic religion of the state of Selangor.

In 2016, His Majesty married Her Royal Highness the Queen Mother of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Hajah Norashikin at the Royal Palace Mosque, Istana Alam Shah, Klang.

The celebration of the Sultan of Selangor's birthday and school and public holidays strengthen the relationship between the monarchy and the people of Selangor.

Date of the Birthday of the Sultan of Selangor by Year

2025 December 11 Thursday
2026 December 11 Friday
2027 December 11 Saturday

Through state honours and awards, outstanding citizens are recognised, demonstrating responsibility to the people and public service. State awards and royal honours highlight community contributions and foster unity.

Today is the day to celebrate the birth of the Sultan of Selangor and is an important day for the people of Selangor.
Although there is no large-scale celebration scheduled, today is a time for the people of Selangor to appreciate the history and heritage of the Selangor Sultanate, as well as pay their respects to the Sultan and visit historical places in the state.