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Lunar New Year's Day 2024 in Malaysia

Lunar New Year is the first day of the New Year in the Chinese calendar, which differs from the Gregorian calendar. It is also known as the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year. Every year is represented by a zodiac animal sign.

Is Lunar New Year's Day a Public Holiday?

Lunar New Year's Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2024, it falls on a Saturday, and some businesses may choose to follow Saturday opening hours.

Lunar New Year is a festive occasion that calls for celebration in many places around the world.

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About Lunar New Year's Day

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Lunar New Year's Day Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019TueFeb 5Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2020SatJan 25Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2021FriFeb 12Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2022TueFeb 1Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2023SunJan 22Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2024SatFeb 10Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2025WedJan 29Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2026TueFeb 17Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2027SatFeb 6Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2028WedJan 26Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday
2029TueFeb 13Lunar New Year's DayFederal Public Holiday

While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.