In the state of Johor, the former Sultan’s passing date is commemorated as a Johor’s public holiday. This day is referred to as Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar.
Upcoming Hari Hol Johor Dates
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday | State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | TBA | – | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
| 2025 | 31 Jul | Thursday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
| 2026 | 21 Jul | Tuesday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
What’s the story behind Hari Hol Johor?
The tradition of celebrating “Hari Hol” began in 1896, with the death of Sultan Abu Bakar, and has continued for over a century. It is a day for Muslims to pray and ask for forgiveness from Allah so that the sins of the former Sultans may be forgiven, blessing the state of Johor. Muslims also remember the good deeds of the former Sultans on this day.
A special ceremony is held on Hari Hol at the Royal Mausoleum, where more than 40 members of the Johor royal family are buried. The reigning Sultan will lay a bouquet of flowers on the tomb and sprinkle it with fragrances. Most high-ranking government officials also attend the ceremony.
Previous Hari Hol Johor
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday | State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 23 Aug | Wednesday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
| 2022 | 3 Sep | Saturday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
| 2021 | 13 Sep | Monday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
| 2020 | 24 Sep | Thursday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
| 2019 | 5 Oct | Saturday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
| 2018 | 15 Oct | Monday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |
| 2017 | 26 Oct | Thursday | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar | Johor |