Selangor Public Holiday 25 October 2026: Silver Jubilee, Replacement Holiday & Long Weekend Guide
Selangor has declared Sunday, 25 October 2026 as an additional state public holiday in conjunction with the Sultan of Selangor's Silver Jubilee, marking 25 years of Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah's reign. Because the holiday falls on a Sunday, employees in Selangor on the standard Saturday–Sunday weekend will observe a replacement holiday on Monday, 26 October 2026 — effectively giving Selangor workers a three-day long weekend.
For employees in Selangor who follow the Friday–Saturday weekend (such as some private-sector companies), the replacement rules differ — check with HR on how your company applies the replacement under the Holidays Act 1958.
Why 25 October 2026 Is a Public Holiday in Selangor
The Selangor State Government gazetted the additional holiday to celebrate the Silver Jubilee (25th anniversary) of Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah ascending the throne of Selangor. Additional state holidays like this are gazetted under the state's powers over holidays under the Concurrent List, and they apply to Selangor only — other states work as normal.
Is the holiday for all of Selangor?
Yes — the holiday applies state-wide, including Kuala Langat, Hulu Langat, Petaling, Klang, Gombak and all other districts. Only Selangor-based employees are entitled to it; workers in KL, Putrajaya, or other states do not get the day off unless their employer grants it.
Do You Get Monday 26 October Off?
Under Section 3 of the Holidays Act 1958, when a gazetted holiday falls on a weekly rest day, the following working day becomes a replacement holiday. That means:
- Sat–Sun weekend employees in Selangor: holiday observed Monday, 26 October 2026 → 3-day weekend (24–26 Oct)
- Fri–Sat weekend employees: the replacement typically falls on Monday as well if Sunday is not a rest day — confirm with your employer
- Shift workers: your employer decides which day is substituted
Plan a Long Weekend: 24–26 October in Selangor
With Saturday through Monday free for Selangor folks, here's how to use the break:
- Staycation in Shah Alam or KL — visit the iconic Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque (the Blue Mosque), Shah Alam Lake Gardens, or i-City's night lights
- Klang food trail — bak kut teh, cendol and the famous Klang heritage walk
- Nature escapes — hiking at Bukit Tabur, Broga Hill, or a day trip to Kuala Selangor for firefly watching and seafood
- Nearby getaways — Melaka or Port Dickson are an easy drive; book early as Selangor's holiday adds demand to the long weekend
Practical tip: hotels and highways will be busier than a normal weekend since Selangor is the most populous state — reserve accommodation and transport early.
How This Fits Into the Rest of 2026
The Silver Jubilee holiday lands just before the Deepavali season. After 26 October, the remaining 2026 holidays include:
- Deepavali — 8 November 2026 (Sunday), with a replacement/holiday observed on 9 November for most states
- Christmas Day — 25 December 2026 (Friday), a natural long weekend to close the year
Check our complete Malaysia public holiday calendar for every 2026 date, including state-specific holidays and long-weekend breakdowns.
FAQ
Is 25 October 2026 a public holiday in KL?
No. The Silver Jubilee holiday is a Selangor state holiday only. Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya employees work as normal unless their employer declares a day off.
Why is the replacement holiday on 26 October?
Because 25 October falls on a Sunday — a weekly rest day for most employees — the Holidays Act 1958 pushes the holiday to the next working day, Monday 26 October.
Does this apply to private-sector employees in Selangor?
Yes. State gazetted holidays apply to employees in the private sector in Selangor under the Holidays Act 1958, subject to the replacement rules described above.