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Malaysians love their long weekends, and 2025 is packed with great opportunities to relax, explore, and spend time with loved ones. With numerous long weekends on the calendar, you’ll have plenty of chances to take a break from work and discover Malaysia’s beauty—or just recharge at home.
Disclaimer: These long weekends assume a Monday–Friday work schedule.
December 2024 / January 2025
New Year's Day, 28th Dec to 1st Jan (Saturday - Wednesday)
- Take leave on Monday (30th) and Tuesday (31st) and enjoy FIVE days off!
Chinese New Year, 29th Jan to 2nd Feb (Wednesday – Sunday)
- Take leave on Friday, 31st Jan and enjoy FIVE days off!
February
Thaipusam, 8th (Saturday) to 11th (Tuesday) Feb
- Take leave on Monday, 10th Feb and enjoy FOUR days off!
March / April
Nuzul Al-Quran, 15th (Saturday) to 18th (Tuesday) Mar
-Take leave on Monday, 17th Mar and enjoy FOUR days off!
Hari Raya Aidilfitri, 29th Mar to 1st Apr (Saturday - Tuesday)
- Enjoy FOUR days off,
or
-Take three days off on Wed (2nd), Thu (3rd), Fri (4th) and enjoy NINE days off!
May / June
Labour Day, 1st (Thursday) to 4th (Sunday) May
- Take leave on Friday, 2nd May and enjoy FOUR days off!
Wesak Day, 10th (Saturday) to 12st (Monday) May
- Enjoy THREE days off, or extend your break by using your Annual Leaves before and after.
Agong Birthday,31st May to 2nd Jun (Saturday – Monday)
- Enjoy THREE days off, or extend your break by using your Annual Leaves before and after.
Awal Muharram, 27th (Friday) to 29th (Sunday) Jun (27 Jun)
-Enjoy THREE days off, or extend your break by using your Annual Leaves before and after.
August / September
Merdeka Day & Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday, 31st Aug to 7th Sep (Sunday – Sunday)
-Enjoy THREE days off!
or
-Take THREE days off on Tue (2nd) to Thursday (4th) and enjoy NINE days off!
Malaysia Day, 13th (Saturday) to 16th (Tuesday) Sep
-Take off on Monday, 15th Sep and enjoy FOUR days off!
October
Deepavali, 18th (Saturday) to 20th (Monday) Oct
- Enjoy THREE days off, or extend your break by using your Annual Leaves before and after.
December
Christmas Day, 25th (Thursday) to 28th (Sunday) Dec
-Take leave on Friday, Friday 26th Dec and enjoy FOUR days off!
Whether you're planning a beach trip, a cultural adventure, or just some quiet time, 2025 has plenty of long weekends to enjoy. Mark your calendar, plan ahead, and make every break special!