Labor Day
Nationwide public holiday in Malaysia · Hari Pekerja
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 3 May | Sunday | Labor Day (observed) Observed day off for Labor Day (Fri 1 May) |
| 2027 | 1 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 2 May | Sunday | Labor Day (observed) Observed day off for Labor Day (Sat 1 May) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Malaysia.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Typical weather in Kuala Lumpur around 1 May: high 31°C (87°F), low 24°C (75°F), rain on 96% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Kuala Lumpur. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 1 May in Kuala Lumpur: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Malaysia
Monday, 17 May 2027
Labor Day in other countries
More for Malaysia
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.