Johor Public Holidays 2026
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Below is the calendar of Johor public holidays for 2026, including both national holidays and state-specific observances. This page is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest official announcements, so you can plan with confidence.
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| Date | Day | Holiday | States | Type | Long Weekend | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Feb | Sun | Thaipusam | Johor, Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Penang, Selangor, W. P. Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya | State | Yes | - |
| 2-Feb | Mon | Thaipusam Holiday | Johor, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Penang, Selangor, W. P. Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya | State | Yes | Yes |
| 17-Feb | Tue | Chinese New Year | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 18-Feb | Wed | Chinese New Year Day-2 | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 19-Feb | Thu | Awal Ramadan | Johor, Kedah | State | Yes | - |
| 21-Mar | Sat | Hari Raya Aidilfitri | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 22-Mar | Sun | Hari Raya Aidilfitri Day-2 | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 23-Mar | Mon | Sultan of Johor’s Birthday | Johor | State | Yes | - |
| 23-Mar | Mon | Hari Raya Aidilfitri Holiday | National except Kedah | Federal | Yes | Yes |
| 1-May | Fri | Labour Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 27-May | Wed | Hari Raya Haji | National | Federal | - | - |
| 31-May | Sun | Wesak Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 1-Jun | Mon | Wesak Day Holiday | National except Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu | Federal | Yes | Yes |
| 1-Jun | Mon | Agong’s Birthday | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 17-Jun | Wed | Awal Muharram | National | Federal | - | - |
| 21-Jul | Tue | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor | State | - | - |
| 25-Aug | Tue | Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday | National | Federal | - | - |
| 31-Aug | Mon | Merdeka Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 16-Sep | Wed | Malaysia Day | National | Federal | - | - |
| 8-Nov | Sun | Deepavali | National except Sarawak | Federal | Yes | - |
| 9-Nov | Mon | Deepavali Holiday | National except Sarawak, Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu | Federal | Yes | Yes |
| 25-Dec | Fri | Christmas Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
Visit johor.gov.my for the original announcement.
Johor follows the standard Monday to Friday working week, in line with most Malaysian states. If a public holiday falls on a Sunday, a replacement holiday is usually observed on the following weekday based on the official Johor state holiday guidelines for that year.
These public holidays generally apply to government offices, schools, and most workplaces across Johor, although actual working arrangements can still vary by industry. Sectors such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and other essential services may continue operating based on employer policies.
Since holiday dates and replacement rules may occasionally be adjusted through official state announcements, it’s always wise to check the latest confirmed schedule before planning travel, school programmes, appointments, or staff leave in Johor.
For a wider comparison across the country, you can also explore the Public Holidays Malaysia for 2026, or check the School Holidays Malaysia for 2026 when planning around school terms and family breaks.
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