Plan your 2024 days right! A compilation of long weekends in Malaysia

Are you ready to make the most of your time off in 2024?

With a bit of strategic planning, you can turn regular weekends into extended breaks for that extra rest day, merely to finish up your chores or explore new destinations.

Check out this compilation of long weekends in Malaysia for 2024 and start marking your calendar for some well-deserved getaways! Here's a compilation days for 2024 you could take to create a long weekend:

1. Thaipusam Weekend

• Jan 25 (Thursday) to Jan 28 (Sunday)
• Extend your weekend by taking a day off on Friday and immerse yourself in the unique Thaipusam celebrations. Witness the colorful processions or use the extra day for a short escape.

2.Federal Territory Day Weekend Date

• Feb 1 (Thursday) to Feb 4 (Sunday)
• Enjoy an extended weekend by taking a day off on Friday. Use the time to explore historical sites or indulge in a staycation.

3. Chinese New Year Weekend Date

• Feb 9 (Friday) to Feb 13 (Tuesday)
• Take Friday off and you'll enjoy a five-day weekend to celebrate the Year of Dragon. Explore the vibrant festivities or head to a tranquil retreat for a peaceful start to the year.

4. Good Friday (Sabah and Sarawak only) & Nuzul Al Quran (National expect Johor, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu)

• March 28 (Thursday-Nuzul Al Quran) to 31 March (Sunday)
• Embrace the long weekend by taking off day on 29 March. It's an excellent opportunity for a retreat, family time, or a quick getaway.

5. Hari Raya Aidilfitri Weekend

• April 10 (Wed-Hari Raya Aidilfitri) to April 15 (Monday)
• Extend your weekend by taking a day off on Friday to celebrate Hari Raya. Spend a little extra time with your loved ones and make effort to return balik kampung, especially to the ones you have returned for some time!

6. Hari Raya Haji Weekend

• June 15 (Saturday) to June 18 (Tuesday)
• Since Hari Raya Haji falls on Monday and Tuesday, you will be having a four-day off days. It's an excellent opportunity for a short vacation or a staycation to recharge your energy.

7. Awal Muharram weeked

• July 5 (Friday) to July 8 (Monday)
• Apply off day on July 5 which falls on Friday and you'll have four-day weekend offs. Take the time off and plan your short trips wisely.

8. Deepavali Weekend

• Oct 31 (Thursday-Deepavali) to Nov 3 (Sunday)
• To apply for off days on Nov 1, and you'll have four-days weekends offs.