Labour Day in Malaysia
International Workers' Day, honouring the workforce.
Labour Day, observed on 1 May, is the Malaysian observance of International Workers' Day. It is a national public holiday recognising the contributions of the workforce to the nation's development.
When is Labour Day?
| Year | Date | Observed in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Fri, 1 May 2026 | National | |
| 2027 | Sat, 1 May 2027 | National | |
| 2028 | Mon, 1 May 2028 | National |
Planning around Labour Day
Labour Day is a nationwide public holiday observed across Malaysia. If you are planning travel or annual leave, check the dates above for 2026 and the following years, because the weekday changes each year and determines whether the holiday creates a natural long weekend.
Within the years listed, Labour Day falls next to a weekend in at least one year, so taking one or two days of annual leave can stretch your break further. See our long-weekend pages for the best leave suggestions in each state.