What's open on Chinese New Year 2025 in Malaysia?
Chinese New Year 2025 falls on 29 January 2025.
Chinese New Year is a two-day national holiday in Malaysia. Many Chinese-owned shops close; supermarkets, malls and tourist areas stay open with festive sales.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CARiNG Pharmacy Extended Hours24/7 Duty Shopping mall and commercial hub branches open on public holidays Editorial | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | 10:00–22:00 | 2026-04-20 caring2u.com |
Petronas & Kedai Mesra 24/724/7 Duty Highway and city stations operate 24 hours daily on national holidays Editorial | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 mymesra.com.my |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 lotuss.com |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 aeon.com.my |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 mydin.my |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 villagegrocer.com.my |
Estimate | Convenience Stores | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 99speedmart.com.my |
Operates scheduled holiday train services across all public holidays Editorial | Public Transit & Transport | Open | 06:00–23:30 | 2026-04-20 myrapid.com.my |
| Post & Parcel Lockers | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 pos.com.my |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Chinese New Year 2025 in Malaysia?
Chinese New Year is a two-day national holiday in Malaysia. Many Chinese-owned shops close; supermarkets, malls and tourist areas stay open with festive sales. Typically closed: banks, government, some local shops.
When is Chinese New Year in 2025?
Chinese New Year falls on 29 January 2025 (2025-01-29) in 2025.