Sabah Public Holidays 2027

Below is the complete list of Sabah public holidays for 2027, 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.

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DateDayHolidayStatesTypeLong WeekendObserved
1-JanFriNew Year’s DayNational except Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, TerengganuFederalYes-
6-FebSatChinese New YearNationalFederalYes-
7-FebSunChinese New Year Day-2NationalFederalYes-
8-FebMonChinese New Year HolidayNational except Kedah, Kelantan, TerengganuFederalYesYes
10-MarWedHari Raya AidilfitriNationalFederal--
11-MarThuHari Raya Aidilfitri Day-2NationalFederal--
26-MarFriGood FridaySabah, SarawakStateYes-
30-MarTueSabah Governor’s BirthdaySabahState--
1-MaySatLabour DayNationalFederalYes-
17-MayMonHari Raya HajiNationalFederalYes-
20-MayThuWesak DayNationalFederal--
30-MaySunHarvest FestivalW.P. Labuan, SabahStateYes-
31-MayMonHarvest Festival Day-2W.P. Labuan, SabahStateYes-
1-JunTueHarvest Festival HolidayW.P. Labuan, SabahStateYesYes
6-JunSunAwal MuharramNationalFederalYes-
7-JunMonAgong’s BirthdayNationalFederalYes-
8-JunTueAwal Muharram HolidayNational except Kedah, Kelantan, TerengganuFederalYesYes
15-AugSunProphet Muhammad’s BirthdayNationalFederalYes-
16-AugMonProphet Muhammad’s Birthday HolidayNational except Kedah, Kelantan, TerengganuFederalYesYes
31-AugTueMerdeka DayNationalFederal--
16-SepThuMalaysia DayNationalFederal--
28-OctThuDeepavaliNational except SarawakFederalYes-
24-DecFriChristmas EveSabahStateYes-
25-DecSatChristmas DayNationalFederalYes-

Visit sabah.gov.my for the original announcement.

The dates shown in this table are estimated based on available information. This page will be updated once the official public holiday dates for 2027 are announced.

Planning ahead is easier when you know Sabah’s official public holiday dates for year 2027.

State Public Holidays 2027

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.

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 2027, or refer to the School Holidays Malaysia for 2027 for term-based planning.