{"id":219,"date":"2024-05-14T06:15:23","date_gmt":"2024-05-14T06:15:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redbus.my\/news\/?p=219"},"modified":"2024-11-15T13:59:35","modified_gmt":"2024-11-15T13:59:35","slug":"plan-your-breaks-for-the-year-ahead-malaysias-public-holidays-and-long-weekends-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redbus.my\/news\/plan-your-breaks-for-the-year-ahead-malaysias-public-holidays-and-long-weekends-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Plan Your Breaks for the Year Ahead: Malaysia&#8217;s Public Holidays and Long Weekends in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mark your calendars and dust off your travel bags because Malaysia has a fantastic lineup of public holidays and long weekends waiting for you! This year offers a chance to explore the beauty of Malaysia, reconnect with loved ones, or simply unwind at home. Here&#8217;s a comprehensive guide to all the public holidays and long weekends to look forward to in 2024, ensuring you can maximize your relaxation or plan exciting adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public Holidays in Malaysia in 2024 <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Malaysia School Holidays &amp; Public Holidays (2024):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>School Holidays <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Group A : Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Term 1 Holidays &#8211; 24 May 2024 &#8211; 2 Jun 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Term 2 Holidays &#8211; 13 Sep 2024 &#8211; 21 Sep 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Term 3 Holidays 20 Dec 2024 &#8211; 28 Dec 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>End of School Year Holidays 17 Jan 2025 &#8211; 15 Feb 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Group B: Perlis, Penang, Perak, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Pahang, Sabah, Sarawak, Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Putrajaya:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Term 1 Holidays: May 25 (Sat) &#8211; June 2 (Sun), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Term 2 Holidays: Sep 14 (Sat) &#8211; Sep 22 (Sun), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Term 3 Holidays: Dec 21 (Sat) &#8211; Dec 29 (Sun), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>End of School Year Holidays: Jan 18 (Sat) &#8211; Feb 16 (Sun), 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Schools in Johor, Kedah, Kelantan &amp; Terengganu have slightly different school holiday dates (starting\/ending a day earlier or later).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Save Up to 50% for Bus Booking on redBus, Malaysia<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Grab the attractive deals on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redbus.my\/bus\/bus-online-ticket\">bus ticketing<\/a> and ferry booking portals and save more on your bookings to nearby cities, islands. Use promo code MYNEW and save up to 50% when your book bus tickets. With this school holiday special deal, you get the lowest price on your bus booking. Also, avail easy rescheduling and cancellation for bus booking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Public Holidays in Malaysia:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New Year&#8217;s Day (Except Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, Terengganu): Jan 1 (Sun), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chinese New Year: Feb 10-12, 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hari Raya Aidilfitri: April 10-11 (Wed-Thu), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Labour Day: May 1 (Wed), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vesak Day: May 22 (Wed), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yang di-Pertuan Agong&#8217;s Birthday: June 3 (Mon), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hari Raya Haji: June 17 (Mon), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Awal Muharram (Except Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu): July 7 (Sun), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Day: Aug 31 (Sat), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malaysia Day: Sep 16 (Mon), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prophet Muhammad&#8217;s Birthday: Sep 16 (Mon), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deepavali (Except Sarawak): Oct 31 (Thu), 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Christmas Day: Dec 25 (Wed), 2024<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Long Weekends in 2024 for the Win<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some upcoming highlights of Long Weekends in 2024 in Malaysia to help you plan your holiday bookings much in advance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chinese New Year (February 10-12):<\/strong> Usher in the Lunar New Year with vibrant celebrations, mouthwatering feasts, and family reunions. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hari Raya Aidilfitri (April 10-11):<\/strong> Celebrate the end of Ramadan with joyous festivities, delicious traditional meals, and cultural performances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <strong>Hari Raya Haji (June 15-17):<\/strong> Witness the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage with special prayers and heartwarming family gatherings. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Awal Muharram (July 6-8):<\/strong> Observe the Islamic New Year with prayers and reflection. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Malaysia Day (September 14-16):<\/strong> Celebrate the nation&#8217;s independence with parades, cultural events, and patriotic fervor. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deepavali (October 26-November 3):<\/strong> Immerse yourself in the Festival of Lights with dazzling decorations, traditional sweets, and vibrant celebrations (except Sarawak). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Christmas (December 23-25):<\/strong> Spread holiday cheer with family gatherings, gift-giving traditions, and delicious festive treats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Planning Your Break<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide serves as a valuable resource for planning getaways or simply scheduling some downtime. Whether you prefer a luxurious escape abroad, a cozy family reunion, or even a staycation to recharge, these public holidays and long weekends offer the perfect opportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a little planning, you can leverage these public holidays and long weekends to create unforgettable experiences in 2024!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mark your calendars and dust off your travel bags because Malaysia has a fantastic lineup of public holidays and long weekends waiting for you! This year offers a chance to explore the beauty of Malaysia, reconnect with loved ones, or simply unwind at home. 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