Pahang Public Holidays 2026
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Below is the calendar of Pahang public holidays for 2026, including nationwide public holidays and Pahang-specific observances. This page is reviewed and updated in line with official announcements to ensure the information remains accurate and up to date.
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| Date | Day | Holiday | States | Type | Long Weekend | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Jan | Thu | New Year’s Day | National except Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, Terengganu | Federal | - | - |
| 17-Feb | Tue | Chinese New Year | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 18-Feb | Wed | Chinese New Year Day-2 | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 7-Mar | Sat | Nuzul Al-Quran | National except Johor, Kedah, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Sabah, Sarawak | Federal | Yes | - |
| 21-Mar | Sat | Hari Raya Aidilfitri | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 22-Mar | Sun | Hari Raya Aidilfitri Day-2 | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 23-Mar | Mon | Hari Raya Aidilfitri Holiday | National except Kedah | Federal | Yes | Yes |
| 1-May | Fri | Labour Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 22-May | Fri | Hari Hol Pahang | Pahang | State | 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 | - | - |
| 30-Jul | Thu | Sultan of Pahang’s Birthday | Pahang | 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 kabinet.gov.my for the original announcement.
Pahang follows the standard Monday to Friday working week, similar to 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 Pahang holiday schedule for the year.
These holidays generally apply to government offices, schools, and most businesses across Pahang, although actual operating hours may still vary by industry. Tourism operators, plantation sectors, retail outlets, hospitality businesses, and other essential services may continue operating depending on seasonal demand and service needs.
Because holiday dates and replacement arrangements may occasionally be revised after official announcements, it’s always useful to check this page again when planning Cameron Highlands trips, balik kampung journeys, school programmes, leave schedules, or travel across Pahang.
For a nationwide comparison, you can also browse the Public Holidays Malaysia for 2026, or refer to the School Holidays Malaysia for 2026 for school-term planning, family breaks, and festive travel.
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