Putrajaya Public Holidays 2026
Below is the complete list of Putrajaya public holidays for 2026, covering nationwide public holidays as well as holidays observed specifically within the Federal Territory of Putrajaya. This page is reviewed and updated in line with official announcements to ensure the information remains accurate and up to date.
| Date | Day | Holiday | States | Type | Long Weekend | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Jan | Thu | New Year’s Day | National except Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, Terengganu | Federal | - | - |
| 1-Feb | Sun | Thaipusam | Johor, Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Penang, Selangor, W. P. Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya | State | Yes | - |
| 1-Feb | Sun | Federal Territory Day | W. P. Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Putrajaya | State | Yes | - |
| 2-Feb | Mon | Thaipusam Holiday | Johor, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Penang, Selangor, W. P. Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya | State | Yes | Yes |
| 3-Feb | Tue | Federal Territory Day Holiday | 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 | - |
| 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 | - |
| 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 | - | - |
| 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.
Planning ahead is easier when you know Putrajaya’s official public holiday dates for year 2026.
State Public Holidays 2026
In addition to national public holidays, Putrajaya observes Federal Territory–specific public holidays that apply within the administrative capital. These holidays are set under federal regulations and may differ from those observed in Malaysian states.
| Johor | Kedah |
| Kelantan | Kuala Lumpur |
| Labuan | Melaka |
| Negeri Sembilan | Pahang |
| Penang | Perak |
| Perlis | Putrajaya |
| Sabah | Sarawak |
| Selangor | Terengganu |
Putrajaya follows a Monday–Friday working week, consistent with most parts of Malaysia. When a public holiday falls on a Sunday, a replacement holiday is usually observed on the following weekday, in accordance with official guidelines.
Public holidays in Putrajaya generally apply to government offices, schools, and most businesses operating within the territory. However, operating hours and work arrangements may vary by sector, particularly for essential services and administrative operations.
As public holiday dates and replacement arrangements may be updated following official announcements, it is advisable to refer to this page regularly when planning work schedules, school activities, or travel within Putrajaya.
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.