Planning for school holidays is crucial for students, parents, and educators. Here is an overview of the school holidays in Malaysia for the year 2026, covering both Kumpulan A and Kumpulan B states.
Kumpulan A (Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu)
Kumpulan A states observe their weekends on Friday and Saturday. Here are the holiday dates for 2026:
| Holiday Period | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | 1 January | – | Start of academic year |
| Term 1 Holidays | 13 March | 21 March | School break |
| Mid-Year Holidays | 22 May | 6 June | School break |
| Term 2 Holidays | 24 July | 1 August | School break |
| End of Year Holidays | 20 November | 31 December | School break |
| Chinese New Year Holidays | 22 January | 23 January | Public holiday |
| Hari Raya Aidilfitri | 20 May | 21 May | Public holiday |
| Deepavali Holidays | 15 November | 16 November | Public holiday |
Kumpulan B (Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perlis, Penang, Perak, Putrajaya, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor)
Kumpulan B states observe their weekends on Saturday and Sunday. Here are the holiday dates for 2026:
| Holiday Period | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | 2 January | – | Start of academic year |
| Term 1 Holidays | 14 March | 22 March | School break |
| Mid-Year Holidays | 23 May | 7 June | School break |
| Term 2 Holidays | 25 July | 2 August | School break |
| End of Year Holidays | 21 November | 31 December | School break |
| Chinese New Year Holidays | 23 January | 24 January | Public holiday |
| Hari Raya Aidilfitri | 21 May | 22 May | Public holiday |
| Deepavali Holidays | 13 November | 16 November | Public holiday |
FAQs About Malaysia School Holidays 2026
1. Are there any changes in the school holiday dates for 2026? The school holiday dates for 2026 are set by the Ministry of Education Malaysia and are divided into two groups, Kumpulan A and Kumpulan B, based on the weekends observed in different states.
2. What are the significant holidays during the school year in 2026? Key holidays include Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, and Deepavali, alongside the regular term breaks in March, May, July, and November.
3. How do the school holidays in Kumpulan A differ from Kumpulan B? Kumpulan A states have their weekends on Friday and Saturday, while Kumpulan B states have their weekends on Saturday and Sunday, leading to slight variations in holiday periods.
4. How can parents plan vacations during school holidays in 2026? Parents can use the school holiday calendar to plan vacations, ensuring they align with term breaks and public holidays for both Kumpulan A and Kumpulan B states.
For more detailed information on the school holidays in Malaysia for 2026, you can visit PublicHolidays.com.my or Malaysia School Holidays.