Prophet Muhammad's Birthday in Malaysia
Maulidur Rasul, celebrating the birth of the Prophet.
Prophet Muhammad's Birthday, known as Maulidur Rasul, commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. In Malaysia it is a national public holiday marked by processions, recitations and religious gatherings.
When is Prophet Muhammad's Birthday?
| Year | Date | Observed in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Tue, 25 August 2026 | National | |
| 2027 | Sun, 15 August 2027 | National | |
| 2028 | Thu, 3 August 2028 | National |
Planning around Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
Prophet Muhammad's Birthday 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, Prophet Muhammad's Birthday 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.