New Year's Day
Jan 1 â 4
4days off
Thu1â
Fri2â off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Melaka, Malaysia 2026
8Long weekends
2Bridge days
32Total days off
2Vacation days to take
Take 2 vacation days this year and enjoy 32 days off in total.
Chinese New Year
Feb 14 â 17
4days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16â off
Tue17â
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Independence Day Declaration Day
Feb 20 â 22
3days off
Fri20â
Sat21·
Sun22·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Day off for Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Mar 21 â 23
3days off
Sat21â
Sun22·
Mon23â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Labour Day
May 1 â 3
3days off
Fri1â
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Birthday
May 30 â Jun 1
3days off
Sat30·
Sun31â
Mon1â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Birthday of the Governor of Melaka
Aug 22 â 24
3days off
Sat22·
Sun23·
Mon24â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
National Day
Aug 29 â 31
3days off
Sat29·
Sun30·
Mon31â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Day off for Deepavali
Nov 7 â 9
3days off
Sat7·
Sun8â
Mon9â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Christmas Day
Dec 25 â 27
3days off
Fri25â
Sat26·
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Malaysia?
A long weekend in Malaysia occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in Malaysia in 2026?
In 2026, Malaysia has 10 vacation extension opportunities â a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Malaysia in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Malaysia depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.