Vesak Day
Public HolidayMajor
Hari Wesak
Details
- Country
Malaysia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Buddha Day. Expected on the Full Moon of May.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Vesak Day a public holiday in Malaysia?
- Yes, Vesak Day is an official public holiday in Malaysia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Vesak Day 2026?
- Vesak Day 2026 falls on May 31, 2026.
- What is Vesak Day called locally in Malaysia?
- Vesak Day is locally known as "Hari Wesak" in Malaysia.
Source: python-holidays (MY)Scraped