Malaysia Day in Malaysia
Marks the formation of the Malaysian federation in 1963.
Malaysia Day, observed on 16 September, commemorates the formation of the Malaysian federation in 1963, when Malaya, North Borneo (Sabah), Sarawak and Singapore united. It is a national public holiday and is regarded with particular significance in East Malaysia.
When is Malaysia Day?
| Year | Date | Observed in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wed, 16 September 2026 | National | |
| 2027 | Thu, 16 September 2027 | National | |
| 2028 | Sat, 16 September 2028 | National |
Planning around Malaysia Day
Malaysia 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, Malaysia 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.