Chinese New Year
Malaysia· Public holiday
Travel impact: High
- Date
- Tue, 17 Feb 2026 to Wed, 18 Feb 2026
- Duration
- 2 daysMulti-day holiday
- Public holiday
- Nationwide
Background
Chinese New Year, a major festival for Malaysian Chinese communities, usually two federal holiday days.
Impact on travellers
Chinese districts are festive; some eateries close. Domestic travel and sights get busier.
Extra notes
Two-day federal holiday. Heavy domestic travel.
Sources
- Status
- ProvisionalSome dates may still shift with official notices
- Last reviewed
- Fri, 24 Jul 2026
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.