Kuala Lumpur gets its Hari Raya Haji holiday on 17 May 2027. Also called Hari Raya Qurban, the Festival of Sacrifice is a public holiday in every state and federal territory. Across the city, the day centres on mosque prayers and the qurban ritual of sacrifice.
Dates and tickets
Only the first day is a holiday nationwide. The second day, 18 May, is a holiday just in Kelantan and Terengganu, so anyone planning travel beyond the capital should note the difference. No ticket is needed, because this is a public festival rather than a ticketed event.
Places of worship and public spaces fill up. Visitors should dress modestly at religious sites and arrive early. Details were checked on 11 October 2026 and can change, so confirm anything important with the organisers of local services.
Getting around
Rail is the easiest way to move through the centre. Near Cormar Suites at 10 Jalan Perak, three lines are within about a 10-minute walk: the KL Monorail at Raja Chulan, the LRT Kelana Jaya Line at KLCC, and the MRT Kajang Line at Bukit Bintang. Grab runs around the clock.
Where to stay
A base in the city centre keeps the holiday simple. Cormar Suites is a 4-star hotel whose rooms range from studios to two-bedroom suites, each with a kitchen, living area and fast WiFi, which suits groups and longer stays. Parry Road Café is downstairs for breakfast, and the rooftop infinity pool looks over the skyline. KL Tower, KLCC, KL City Walk and Bukit Bintang are all close. Dates around holidays sell out early, so book direct with Cormar for the best available rate. The full guide is here: Hari Raya Haji (Hari Raya Qurban) 2027 — KL event guide.
