New Year's Day 2026 — Malaysia
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Malaysia, observed on January 1, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Malaysia New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | January 1, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 1, 2030 | Tuesday |
Other Public Holidays in Malaysia (2026)
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Chinese New Year Saturday, March 7, 2026 Day of Nuzul Al-Quran Saturday, March 21, 2026 End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) Sunday, May 31, 2026 Vesak Day Monday, June 1, 2026 Yang di-Pertuan Agong's Birthday Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Islamic New Year Tuesday, August 25, 2026 Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) Monday, August 31, 2026 Independence Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Malaysia is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Malaysia?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2026?
New Year's Day 2026 was on January 1, 2026 and has already passed.