Thaipusam
Malaysia· Festival · Batu Caves / Penang
FestivalTravel impact: High
- Date
- Sun, 1 Feb 2026
- Local name
- Thaipusam
- Region
- Batu Caves / Penang
- Festival
- Batu Caves / Penang
Background
Hindu Thaipusam—devotees process to temples. Batu Caves (KL) and Penang are the top visitor experiences.
Impact on travellers
Batu Caves throng and stairs jam—dress modestly, respect rites, avoid peak crush. A holiday in some states, not nationwide.
Extra notes
Date follows the Tamil calendar and shifts yearly.
Sources
- Status
- ProvisionalSome dates may still shift with official notices
- Last reviewed
- Fri, 24 Jul 2026
No separate source link for this entry; check the country calendar and official notices.
Cabinet 2026 federal calendar and gazettes; 2027 movable dates await the official calendar.
How we review dataAbout this site
Travel reference only—always re-check the latest local official notices.