Kedah Public Holidays 2026
Below is the complete list of Kedah public holidays for 2026, including nationwide public holidays and Kedah-specific observances. This page is reviewed and updated in line with official announcements to ensure the information remains current and reliable.
| Date | Day | Holiday | States | Type | Long Weekend | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17-Jan | Sat | Israk and Mikraj | Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis, Terengganu | State | Yes | - |
| 1-Feb | Sun | Thaipusam | Johor, Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Penang, Selangor, W. P. Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya | State | 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 | - |
| 1-May | Fri | Labour Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 27-May | Wed | Hari Raya Haji | National | Federal | - | - |
| 28-May | Thu | Hari Raya Haji Day-2 | Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, Terengganu | State | - | - |
| 31-May | Sun | Wesak Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 1-Jun | Mon | Agong’s Birthday | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 17-Jun | Wed | Awal Muharram | National | Federal | - | - |
| 21-Jun | Sun | Sultan of Kedah’s Birthday | Kedah | State | Yes | - |
| 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 | - |
| 25-Dec | Fri | Christmas Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
Visit kedah.gov.my for the original announcement.
Planning ahead is easier when you know Kedah’s official public holiday dates for year 2026.
State Public Holidays 2026
In addition to national public holidays, Kedah observes several state-specific public holidays that apply only within the state. These holidays are established under state regulations and may differ from public holidays observed in other parts of Malaysia.
| Johor | Kedah |
| Kelantan | Kuala Lumpur |
| Labuan | Melaka |
| Negeri Sembilan | Pahang |
| Penang | Perak |
| Perlis | Putrajaya |
| Sabah | Sarawak |
| Selangor | Terengganu |
Kedah follows a Sunday–Thursday working week, which affects how public holidays and replacement days are observed. When a public holiday falls on a weekend or rest day, replacement arrangements are applied according to official state guidelines.
Public holidays in Kedah generally apply to government offices, schools, and most workplaces across the state. However, working practices may vary by sector, particularly for essential services, retail, and hospitality.
As public holiday dates and replacement rules may be updated following official announcements, it is advisable to check this page regularly when planning work schedules, school activities, or travel within Kedah.
Public holiday dates may differ by state and year. To compare dates nationwide, view the Public Holidays Malaysia for 2026, or refer to the School Holidays Malaysia for 2026 for term-based planning.