Top 10 Festivals in Malaysia Everyone Should Experience

9 Sept 2025

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👋 Introduction Malaysia is home to some of the most colourful and diverse festivals in the world. Here are ten that everyone should experience.

🏮 Chinese New Year#

A time of family reunions, lion dances, and festive delicacies.

🕌 Hari Raya Aidilfitri#

Celebrated with open houses, kuih raya, and ketupat.

🪔 Deepavali#

The Festival of Lights, marked with lamps, sweets, and temple visits.

🛕 Thaipusam#

Known for its vibrant processions and kavadi offerings at Batu Caves.

🪷 Wesak Day#

A Buddhist festival commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha.

🌾 Harvest Festival (Kaamatan)#

A harvest festival with music, dance, and traditional food.

🪶 Hari Gawai Dayak#

Celebrates the rice harvest with cultural dances and feasts.

🇲🇾 Merdeka Day#

National celebrations with parades and patriotic spirit.

🇲🇾 Malaysia Day#

Commemorates the formation of Malaysia in 1963.

🎅 Christmas#

A joyous festival with carols, gatherings, and gifts.

🎯 Conclusion Festivals are a true reflection of Malaysia’s cultural diversity. Use MalaysiaPublicHoliday.com to track when these festivals occur and plan your visits.

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