Islamic New Year
Awal Muharram
Details
- Country
Malaysia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- June 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 1 month before
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Islamic New Year a public holiday in Malaysia?
- Yes, Islamic New Year is an official public holiday in Malaysia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Islamic New Year 2026?
- Islamic New Year 2026 falls on June 17, 2026.
- What is Islamic New Year called locally in Malaysia?
- Islamic New Year is locally known as "Awal Muharram" in Malaysia.
Islamic New Year
First day of Muharram, the Islamic calendar new year. Observed with reflection and prayer rather than celebration in most traditions.
| Country | Date | Day | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malaysia(current) | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Indonesia | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Sudan | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |
 Syria | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |
 Turkey | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |
 United Arab Emirates | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |
 Iraq | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |
 Afghanistan | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |
 Yemen | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |
| Iraq | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
| Syria | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
| Yemen | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
| Indonesia | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
| Afghanistan | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
| Malaysia | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
| United Arab Emirates | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Normal Operations |
| Sudan | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |