The Difference Between Federal, State, and School Holidays in Malaysia

👋 Introduction Malaysia’s holiday system can be confusing for locals and visitors alike. Here’s a breakdown to make it simple.

🇲🇾 Federal Holidays#

These are nationwide holidays, such as Merdeka Day and Malaysia Day, where everyone enjoys the day off.

🚩 State Holidays#

Some holidays only apply in specific states, like Thaipusam in Selangor or Awal Ramadan in Kedah. This makes it important to check your state calendar before making plans.

🏫 School Holidays#

School breaks are divided into** Group A and Group B** schedules. Group A covers states like Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, and Terengganu, while Group B covers the rest.

✨ Religious Holidays#

Faith-based festivals (Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity) such as Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Deepavali, Chinese New Year, and Wesak. Some are nationwide, others state-specific, and dates may shift yearly due to lunar/lunisolar calendars.

❓ Why It Matters Businesses rely on accurate holiday planning for operations and promotions, while parents need to know school breaks to arrange family activities.

🎯 Conclusion Understanding the differences between holiday types helps Malaysians plan effectively. MalaysiaPublicHoliday.com makes this easier with filters by state and holiday type.