Sabah Public Holidays 2026
Below is the complete list of Sabah public holidays for 2026, including nationwide public holidays and Sabah-specific observances. 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 | - | - |
| 17-Feb | Tue | Chinese New Year | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 18-Feb | Wed | Chinese New Year Day-2 | National | 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 |
| 30-Mar | Mon | Sabah Governor’s Birthday | Sabah | State | Yes | - |
| 3-Apr | Fri | Good Friday | Sabah, Sarawak | State | Yes | - |
| 1-May | Fri | Labour Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 27-May | Wed | Hari Raya Haji | National | Federal | - | - |
| 30-May | Sat | Harvest Festival | W.P. Labuan, Sabah | State | Yes | - |
| 31-May | Sun | Harvest Festival Day-2 | W.P. Labuan, Sabah | State | Yes | - |
| 31-May | Sun | Wesak Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
| 1-Jun | Mon | Harvest Festival Holiday | W.P. Labuan, Sabah | State | Yes | 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 |
| 24-Dec | Thu | Christmas Eve | Sabah | State | Yes | - |
| 25-Dec | Fri | Christmas Day | National | Federal | Yes | - |
Visit sabah.gov.my for the original announcement.
Planning ahead is easier when you know Sabah’s official public holiday dates for year 2026.
State Public Holidays 2026
In addition to national public holidays, Sabah observes several state-specific public holidays that apply only within the state. These holidays are established under state regulations and local traditions, and they may differ from those observed in other parts of Malaysia.
| Johor | Kedah |
| Kelantan | Kuala Lumpur |
| Labuan | Melaka |
| Negeri Sembilan | Pahang |
| Penang | Perak |
| Perlis | Putrajaya |
| Sabah | Sarawak |
| Selangor | Terengganu |
Sabah follows a Monday–Friday working week, consistent with most Malaysian states. When a public holiday falls on a Sunday, a replacement holiday is usually observed on the following weekday, subject to official guidelines.
Public holidays in Sabah generally apply to government offices, schools, and most businesses operating within the state. However, working arrangements may vary by sector, particularly in tourism, plantation industries, retail, and essential services.
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 Sabah.
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.