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Holidays & Observances in Malaysia

Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia. It is located on a mainland peninsula and a portion of the island of Borneo. It is extremely diverse both culturally and religiously. Islam is the official religion and is practiced by most of the people, but Buddhism, Hinduism, and Christianity also have strong followings. There are very few legal holidays in Malaysia, most of the emphasis is placed on religious celebrations. Religious festivals are celebrated openly, and people from all religions are generally invited to join in. Though Islamic holidays are the most widely celebrated Vesak, Diwali, and Christmas are each celebrated throughout the country.

 

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Country Observances

Holiday Date Country Holiday Observance Type Religion/Belief
Qing Ming - Tomb Sweeping Day Religious/Beliefs Chinese / East Asian, Taoism / Daoism, Confucianism
Laylat Al-Qadr Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim
Eid al-Fitr Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim
Dragon Boat Festival Religious/Beliefs, Popular Chinese / East Asian, Taoism / Daoism
Eid al-Adha Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim
Raksha Bandhan Religious/Beliefs Hinduism
Hari Merdeka (National Day) in Malaysia Public
Diwali Religious/Beliefs Hinduism
Christmas Eve Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
Christmas Public, Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
New Years Eve Popular
New Year's Day Popular
Lunar (Chinese) New Year Religious/Beliefs, Popular Chinese / East Asian
Maha Shivaratri Religious/Beliefs Hinduism
Ramadan Begins Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim
International Women's Day Popular
Laylat Al-Qadr Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim