Sabah Public Holidays 2026

Malaysia

View the complete list of public holidays and bank holidays in Sabah for 2026. Plan your year ahead with official dates, weekdays, and observances.

About Public Holidays in Sabah

Public holidays in Sabah, Malaysia are official observances that may affect government offices, schools, banks, businesses, and public services. These holidays often include national celebrations, religious observances, and important civic dates.

This calendar helps residents, travelers, employers, and families plan vacations, work schedules, school breaks, and business closures around official holiday dates.

Working Days and Business Closures

On major public holidays, many government offices, banks, schools, and private businesses may close or operate with reduced hours. Opening times for shops, restaurants, transport, and local services can vary.

Always check with local authorities, employers, or service providers for exact opening hours during public holidays.

All Public Holidays in Sabah, Malaysia 2026

DateDayHolidayType
January 1, 2026ThursdayHari Tahun BaruPublic Holiday
February 17, 2026TuesdayTahun Baru CinaPublic Holiday
February 18, 2026WednesdayTahun Baru CinaPublic Holiday
March 21, 2026SaturdayHari Raya Aidil FitriPublic Holiday
March 22, 2026SundayHari Raya Aidil FitriPublic Holiday
April 3, 2026FridayJumat AgungPublic Holiday
May 1, 2026FridayHari PekerjaPublic Holiday
May 27, 2026WednesdayHari Raya HajiPublic Holiday
May 30, 2026SaturdayPesta KaamatanPublic Holiday
May 31, 2026SundayPesta KaamatanPublic Holiday
May 31, 2026SundayVesak DayPublic Holiday
June 1, 2026MondayHari Keputeraan Yang di-Pertuan AgongPublic Holiday
June 17, 2026WednesdayAwal MuharramPublic Holiday
August 25, 2026TuesdayHari Keputeraan Nabi Muhammad S.A.W.Public Holiday
August 31, 2026MondayHari KebangsaanPublic Holiday
September 16, 2026WednesdayHari MalaysiaPublic Holiday
October 3, 2026SaturdayHari Jadi Yang di-Pertua Negeri SabahPublic Holiday
November 8, 2026SundayDeepavaliPublic Holiday
November 9, 2026MondayDeepavaliPublic Holiday
December 24, 2026ThursdayHari Sebelum KrismasPublic Holiday
December 25, 2026FridayHari KrismasPublic Holiday
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All Public Holidays in Sabah, Malaysia 2027

DateDayHolidayType
January 1, 2027FridayHari Tahun BaruPublic Holiday
February 6, 2027SaturdayTahun Baru CinaPublic Holiday
February 7, 2027SundayTahun Baru CinaPublic Holiday
February 8, 2027MondayTahun Baru Cina (substitute day)Public Holiday
March 9, 2027TuesdayHari Raya Aidil FitriPublic Holiday
March 10, 2027WednesdayHari Raya Aidil FitriPublic Holiday
March 26, 2027FridayJumat AgungPublic Holiday
May 1, 2027SaturdayHari PekerjaPublic Holiday
May 16, 2027SundayHari Raya HajiPublic Holiday
May 30, 2027SundayPesta KaamatanPublic Holiday
May 31, 2027MondayPesta KaamatanPublic Holiday
June 6, 2027SundayAwal MuharramPublic Holiday
June 7, 2027MondayHari Keputeraan Yang di-Pertuan AgongPublic Holiday
August 14, 2027SaturdayHari Keputeraan Nabi Muhammad S.A.W.Public Holiday
August 31, 2027TuesdayHari KebangsaanPublic Holiday
September 16, 2027ThursdayHari MalaysiaPublic Holiday
October 2, 2027SaturdayHari Jadi Yang di-Pertua Negeri SabahPublic Holiday
October 28, 2027ThursdayDeepavaliPublic Holiday
December 24, 2027FridayHari Sebelum KrismasPublic Holiday
December 25, 2027SaturdayHari KrismasPublic Holiday

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays are there in Sabah?

The number of public holidays in Sabah, Malaysia can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

Do businesses close on public holidays in Sabah?

Many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses close on major public holidays, although private businesses may follow different schedules.

Are public holidays the same every year?

Some holidays fall on fixed dates every year, while others change because they are based on weekends, religious calendars, or official yearly announcements.

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