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Part of our Malaysia public holidays guide, see the federal calendar and all 16 state observances.
Pahang observes 13 federal gazetted holidays plus state-specific days: Sultan of Pahang's Birthday (30 July), Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Ahmad Shah (22 May), and Nuzul Al-Quran (11 March). Pahang is Malaysia's largest state by area and home to the current Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Ahmad Shah, whose role as federal head of state runs in parallel with his Pahang sultanate.
Public holiday Pahang 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Thu | New Year's Day | Federal |
| 17 Feb | Tue | Chinese New Year | Federal |
| 18 Feb | Wed | Chinese New Year (Day 2) | Federal |
| 11 Mar | Wed | Nuzul Al-Quran | Pahang state |
| 21 Mar | Sat | Hari Raya Aidilfitri (subject to moon sighting) | Federal |
| 1 May | Fri | Labour Day | Federal |
| 22 May | Fri | Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Ahmad Shah | Pahang state |
| 27 May | Wed | Hari Raya Haji | Federal |
| 1 Jun | Mon | Agong's Birthday | Federal |
| 17 Jun | Wed | Awal Muharram | Federal |
| 30 Jul | Thu | Sultan of Pahang's Birthday | Pahang state |
| 26 Aug | Wed | Maulidur Rasul | Federal |
| 31 Aug | Mon | National Day (Merdeka) | Federal |
| 16 Sep | Wed | Malaysia Day | Federal |
| 8 Nov | Sun | Deepavali | Federal (9 Nov Mon replacement) |
| 25 Dec | Fri | Christmas Day | Federal |
Source: pahang.gov.my. Islamic dates subject to moon sighting.
Pahang state-specific holidays
- Sultan of Pahang's Birthday (30 July 2026): honours Sultan Abdullah Ahmad Shah, who is also the current Yang di-Pertuan Agong (16th Agong, 2019-present). Date moved to 30 July effective 2019 from the previous 24 October.
- Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Ahmad Shah (22 May 2026): commemorates the death anniversary (22 May Islamic calendar adjusted) of the late Sultan Ahmad Shah, father of the current Sultan and 7th Agong of Malaysia.
- Nuzul Al-Quran (11 March 2026): commemorates the revelation of the Quran on the 17th of Ramadan. Observed by Pahang, Kelantan, Perlis, Selangor, and Federal Territories.
Sultan of Pahang as Yang di-Pertuan Agong
Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah was installed as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong on 31 January 2019. His 5-year term concluded in January 2024, after which Sultan Ibrahim of Johor became the 17th Agong (31 January 2024). Pahang's state birthday holiday and the federal Agong's Birthday (1 June nationwide) are separate observances, and Pahang residents enjoy both.
Replacement holiday rule in Pahang
Standard Section 8 replacement applies for federal gazetted holidays falling on Sundays. State holidays generally do not get replacement days unless announced by the Sultan or state government.
Planning around Pahang holidays
Cherating, Cherating Beach, and Kuantan beach resorts see high demand during the Sultan's Birthday long weekend (end of July). Genting Highlands, Cameron Highlands (which straddles Pahang and Perak), and Fraser's Hill are popular hill station getaways during the November and December federal holiday periods. Book at least 6 weeks ahead during Hari Raya holidays when Cherating fills up with KL families. Neighbouring state calendars: Terengganu, Johor, Selangor.
FAQ: Pahang public holidays 2026
When is the Sultan of Pahang's Birthday 2026?
30 July 2026 (Thursday). The date was moved from 24 October to 30 July effective 2019 to mark Sultan Abdullah's accession.
Does Pahang celebrate the Agong's Birthday twice?
Sultan Abdullah of Pahang served as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong (2019-2024), then Sultan Ibrahim of Johor took over (2024-2029). Pahang celebrates the Sultan's Birthday (30 July) and the federal Agong's Birthday (1 June) as separate observances, regardless of which Sultan is the current Agong.
What is Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Ahmad Shah?
A state holiday commemorating the death anniversary of the late Sultan Ahmad Shah, father of the current Sultan and 7th Agong of Malaysia. The 2026 date is 22 May (Friday), adjusted by the Islamic calendar.
Is Cameron Highlands officially in Pahang?
Yes. Cameron Highlands is administered as part of Pahang, even though the road access from Tapah (Perak) is more common than from Pahang itself. State holidays affecting Cameron Highlands' tourism follow the Pahang calendar.
Summary: Pahang public holidays 2026
Pahang residents in 2026 observe 13 federal holidays plus 3 state-specific holidays: Sultan of Pahang's Birthday (30 July), Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Ahmad Shah (22 May), and Nuzul Al-Quran (11 March). Genting Highlands, Cherating, and Cameron Highlands tourism peaks across these long weekends. For the full Malaysia public holiday picture, see the federal calendar.