26
OCT
Monday
Date
October 26, 2026
Type
State Holiday
Observed By
State Holiday

Selangor Sultan's Silver Jubilee Special Public Holiday

Last updated: Sep 11, 2026

Selangor Sultan's Silver Jubilee Special Public Holiday falls on Monday, October 26, 2026. It is a public holiday in Selangor.

State Holiday

This special one-off public holiday was declared by the Selangor state government to mark the Silver Jubilee — the 25th anniversary of the reign — of Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, Sultan of Selangor. As the actual anniversary date, October 25, 2026, falls on a Sunday, Selangor State Secretary Datuk Dr Ahmad Fadzli Ahmad Tajuddin announced that Monday, October 26, 2026 will be observed as the special public holiday instead. The holiday applies to federal and state civil servants working in Selangor, while private sector employers are encouraged, though not required, to grant their staff the day off.

Source: Cabinet Division, Prime Minister's Department, Malaysia Government Portal and state government announcements.

Upcoming Dates

YearDateDayStatus
2026October 26, 2026Monday17 days

Frequently Asked Questions

Is October 26, 2026 a public holiday in Selangor?

Yes. The Selangor state government declared Monday, October 26, 2026 a special one-off public holiday to mark the Silver Jubilee of Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, Sultan of Selangor.

Why is the holiday on October 26 and not October 25?

The Sultan's Silver Jubilee — the 25th anniversary of his reign — actually falls on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Because that date is already a weekend, the holiday is observed on the next working day, Monday, October 26, 2026.

Does this holiday apply outside Selangor?

No. It is a Selangor-only state holiday and does not apply to other Malaysian states or federal government offices.

Who announced the Selangor Sultan's Silver Jubilee holiday, and who does it apply to?

Selangor State Secretary Datuk Dr Ahmad Fadzli Ahmad Tajuddin announced the holiday, which applies to federal and state civil servants in Selangor. Private sector employers are encouraged, but not required, to grant their employees the day off.

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