Get ready to plan your time off, exploring the upcoming public holidays in Perak. Like the rest of Malaysia, Perak will observe various public holidays, giving you ample opportunities to plan your time off.
One of the unique holidays in Perak is the Sultan of Perak’s Birthday. This day is marked with various cultural and recreational events throughout the state, making it a particularly festive time for a visit. Planning your holidays in Perak well in advance will allow you to maximise your time off.
Public Holiday Perak 2023
This section includes a calendar of all public holidays for Perak in 2023. Be sure to check this page frequently as these dates are subject to changes as per official announcements.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Sun | New Year’s Day |
| 2 Jan | Mon | New Year Holiday |
| 22 Jan | Sun | Chinese New Year |
| 23 Jan | Mon | Chinese New Year Holiday |
| 24 Jan | Tue | Chinese New Year Holiday |
| 5 Feb | Sun | Thaipusam |
| 6 Feb | Mon | Thaipusam Holiday |
| 8 Apr | Sat | Nuzul Al-Quran |
| 21 Apr | Fri | Hari Raya Aidilfitri Holiday |
| 22 Apr | Sat | Hari Raya Aidilfitri |
| 23 Apr | Sun | Hari Raya Aidilfitri Holiday |
| 24 Apr | Mon | Hari Raya Aidilfitri Holiday |
| 1 May | Mon | Labour Day |
| 4 May | Thu | Wesak Day |
| 5 Jun | Mon | Agong’s Birthday |
| 29 Jun | Thu | Hari Raya Haji |
| 19 Jul | Wed | Awal Muharram |
| 31 Aug | Thu | Merdeka Day |
| 16 Sep | Sat | Malaysia Day |
| 28 Sep | Thu | Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday |
| 3 Nov | Fri | Sultan of Perak’s Birthday |
| 12 Nov | Sun | Deepavali |
| 13 Nov | Mon | Deepavali Holiday |
| 25 Dec | Mon | Christmas Day |
Source: perak.gov.my
What happens if Perak Public Holidays falls on the weekend?
If a Perak public holiday falls on a weekend (Saturday or Sunday), the following weekday may be declared a replacement public holiday. However, the decision for a replacement is at the discretion of the state government and may not always be granted.