Mega Events and Festivals

(January 4, 2014) Visit Malaysia Year 2014 is set to be a year filled with exciting activities and programmes heralded by a dazzling display of fireworks to set the country’s skylines ablaze on January 4th. Accompanied by an array of cultural musical performances, the launch of VMY...
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(August 31, 2013 - July 31, 2014) The award-winning blockbuster exhibition, 1001 Inventions, showcasing the achievements of Muslim Civilisation in science and technology, will be launching a three-year tour of Malaysia in early 2013 for its Asian Premiere. Recognised as the world’s best...
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(November 16, 2013 - January, 2014) The year is not complete without the 1Malaysia Year End Sale, a grand shopping event that wraps up the year with a bang. Shoppers can expect an interesting line-up of fashion-related events, entertainment and nationwide shopping promotions.
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(January 13 - 18, 2014)  An event that has become the talk of Southeast Asia, the Royal Langkawi International Regatta will see more than 50 yachts competing in nine highly-charged racing classes. Do not miss all the drama and excitement on the high seas!
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(25 Jan, 2014) Tropfest, the world's largest short film festival is also known as the world's first truly global film festival.
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(February 8, 2014) A programme that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate Chinese New Year and foster unity and harmony of 1Malaysia. The programme includes cultural performances with traditional delicacies served to guests.
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(February 19 - 23, 2014) An annual event featuring the cultural, sporting and recreational activity of kite-flying, the World Kite Festival is a definite crowd-puller enjoyed by people of all ages spread across varying societies. This year’s event sees the global participation of 30...
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(March 8 - 9, 2014) Launched in 2010, this four-wheel endurance sport commemorates the birthday of the Yang Dipertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan. Apart from local enthusiasts, this event also draws international participants from Thailand, Myanmar and Singapore in a gruelling competition along the...
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(March 12 - 19, 2014)  Paragliders from all over the world will gather in Lohan Hill, Ranau for this event which is part of a world tour organised by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI). Nine countries including Hungary, Indonesia, Japan, Montenegro, Qatar,...
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(21 - 22 March, 2014) Future Music Festival Asia (FMFA) was introduced following the success of Future Music Festival (FME) in 2008, a two-day music festival at five (5) major cities in Australia with 40,000 attendees. As part of expanding the festival to Asia, the event now takes place in...
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(27 - 30 March, 2014) It is three days of shoes extravaganza! From established to up-and-coming local designers to renowned international brands, head on over the 5th Malaysia International Shoe Festival (MISF 2014) for all things shoes! Sexy stilletos, comfy flats, stylish pumps, trendy...
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(March - April, 2014) Held in conjuction with the annual Formula 1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix, the 1Malaysia GP Sale is when shopping malls and departmental stores around Malaysia in offering great bargains & discounts. Tourists coming to enjoy the F1 races should plan their stay with an...
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(March 28 - 30, 2014) Adrenaline-pumping action galore at one of the most awesome tracks in the world. With its extreme hot and wet conditions, Sepang International Circuit is a challenge even for the finest drivers in the world. Don't miss this Hot! Hot! Hot! Race!
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(April 12 - 13, 2014) PWFM presents 2 full nights of global music and culture at the Penang Botanic Gardens Quarry Park. It features a mix of well-known international and local musicians, performing a fusion of traditional and contemporary music.
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(April 25 - 27, 2014) The largest event in the federal territory of Labuan marks its 17th year with a host of fun-filled exciting activities like the Labuan International Deep Sea Fishing Tournament, the Cross Channel Swimming Challenge, the Round Island Kayak, Kayak Sprint and other...
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(25 - 27 April, 2014) A colourful festival that pays homage to the lepa, a traditional single-mast sailing boat of the Bajaus tribe from Semporna. Witness the crowning of the most beautiful lepa, Lepa Beauty Pageant, cultural performances, fireworks display and much more.
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(9 - 11 May, 2014) The Borneo Jazz Festival was mooted in 2006 with the vision of being the leading tourism-driven music festival in the region as well as to increase visitor arrivals to Miri and the northern region in Sarawak. As such, it is aimed to give visitors a fun-filled and entertaining...
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(28 - 31 May, 2014) The annual Kelantan state event drew 47 participants from 18 countries (Indonesia, Sweden, China, Brunei, France, Germany, Cambodia, Italy, New Zealand, Philippines, Australia, Belgium, Thailand, Singapore, USA, Nepal, Japan and India) and 119 local...
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(30 - 31 May 2014, 14 June 2014) This month-long Harvest Festival celebration will culminate at the Hongkod Koisaan KDCA Hall in Penampang. About 5000 (locals & tourists) spectators are expected. Join in the merriment as local folks sing, dance and display traditional games. This is also...
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(22 June 2014) ROYAL BELUM WORLD INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL 2014 is a very unique annual event in line with the ‘VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR 2014’ to boost up BELUM FOREST as an exceptionally, incomparable destination and to creating continuous high impact awareness to the community regarding...
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(June, 2014) Programme: PremierTerawih @ Merdeka Square Shopping Raya Quran Recital @ Kelantan Islamic Tourism (ITC) Bazaar Ramadhan Ramadhan Premier Forum Embassy's Performances International...
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(2 June, 2014) A programme that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate Tadau Kaamatan dan Gawai Dayak as well as to foster unity and harmony of the 1Malaysia spirit. The programme includes cultural performances with traditional delicacies served to guests.
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(6 - 7 June, 2014) A promotional showcase of the state of Kedah’s illustrious past recreational cultures. Main activities include Bird Singing Competition and Cricket chirping with hundreds of competitors from Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore. Judging for the bird singing...
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(15 June, 2014) Since its inception in 1991, the run has enjoyed significant rise in popularity as well as prize winnings. 2011 saw 14,700 participants (700 foreigners & 14,000 locals) while 2012 amassed 17,000 participants (1,000 foreigners & 16,000 locals).   ...
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(10 - 21 June, 2014) Embark on a musical journey at Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, Kudat (Tip Of Borneo). Be serenaded with classical favourites and contemporary tunes as the sun sets on the horizon. You won’t want to miss this unique experience at one of Sabah’s most breath-taking...
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(14 - 22 June, 2014) Make your evening glow with glittering lights from decorated floats brought in from every state in Malaysia, featuring Malaysia as one of the world's top tourist destinations. The event showcases the aesthetics of flora and fauna as well as the identity of...
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(20 - 21 June, 2014) This annual event enters its 27th year highlighting a very healthy and enriching activity for bird racing enthusiasts. Visitors come from all over the world including the UK, China, Hong Kong, Australia and South Africa in this exciting and unique sport. A national-level...
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(20 - 22 June, 2014) A unique festival that brings together reknowned world and indigenous musicians from the interiors of the island of Borneo. The event in its 16th year will showcase Sarawak's efforts in conservation and preservation of the rainforest through world music. Aside from...
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(23 - 29 June, 2014) This annual state event commemorates the traditions of Portuguese fishermen of yesteryears and is celebrated to this day by the locals of Portuguese descend that reside in the Portuguese Village. Prepare to feast with a vast variety of authentic delicacies and foods such as...
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(01 Jun – 31 Jul 2014) Durian lovers should not miss the Penang Durian Fair where the King of Fruits is featured as the main item. Savour fresh durians categorised according to grades as well as sumptuous delicacies made from durians. Although it is an acquired taste for the uninitiated,...
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(28 June – 1 Sept 2014) Shopaholic alert! One of the three major shopping seasons in the country is back with mega shopping excitement, dining options, endless entertainment and fun-filled activities!
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(7 July, 2014) This event commemorates the certification of Melaka as a world heritage site with scores of traditional and cultural activites, local food and highlights of its historical significance through the conservation of places such as the A’Famosa, St John’s Hill, and...
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(July - September, 2014) Come explore the beauty and the uniqueness of the visual arts of Malaysia with famous and talented local artistes such as Syed Ahmad Jamal, Latiff Mohidin, Syarifah Fatimah Syed Zubir, Ibrahim Hussein, Cheong Lai Tong, Hoessein Enas dan Anurendra Jega Deva. it...
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(1 - 31 August, 2014) This celebration spans three days spotlights George Town is living heritage, artistically demonstrated through multi-cultural arts and dances, delicious food and traditional activities.
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(15 - 17 August, 2014) Ranked on the Asia-Pacific circuit, the Malaysia Rally FIA Pacific Rally Championshp draws some of the world’s foremost rally driving experts from Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan and Thailand and gets worldwide coverage. It is FIA certified as part of the World...
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(15 - 24 August, 2014) This is an annual event that visitors to Sibu should not miss. It is a showcase of a rich and diverse ethnic culture in this region with interesting cultural activities that include dances, folklores, traditional games and music. Participants from other countries such as...
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(4 - 7 September, 2014) The Sarawak Regatta is a popular traditional longboats race in Kuching. The longboats are decorated with colourful designs and can accomodate from a few and up to 30 paddlers on the boat. The significant of regattas in Sarawak goes back to the Brooke era. It started with...
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(12 - 14 September, 2014) This annual international-level sports fishing competition in Rompin, Pahang ranks as one of the state’s most sought after trophy and practices the “Catch & Release” method of billfish fishing. Loaded with dynamic bursts of excitement for the...
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(26 Sept - 1st Oct, 2014) This event is dedicated to all birds’ enthusiasts and all animal lovers who love nature and tropical rainforests. Borneo and Sarawak is a popular site to spot rare bird species. The event offers opportunity for all to enjoy the tropical rainforest. For those who are...
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(10-12 Oct, 2014) Kuala Lumpur International Tattoo 2014 is a major event in conjunction with the VMY 2014, enabling local and foreign tourists as well as Malaysians to see a special show featuring patriotism, spirit and agility with spectacular elements. This program has been held before in...
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(19 October, 2014) The Mount Kinabalu International Climbathon-Adventure Series is a challenging 23km route event, taking competitors up the summit trail to Layang-Layang (2,072m) before descending down to Mesilou and onwards to the finish line in Kundasang Town. The route of the race offers...
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(24 - 26 October, 2014) Enjoy this thrilling motor race with unpredictable adrenalin-pumping action. Don’t miss this hottest race in town. Brace yourselves as your favourite racers zoom towards the chequered flag at full speed.
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(1 November, 2014) A programme that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate Deepavali and foster unity and harmony of the 1Malaysia spirit. The programme includes cultural performances with traditional delicacies served to guests.
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(3 - 7 November, 2014) Held for the first time in 2009, this annual international fresh water fishing competition takes place at the idyllic Kenyir Lake which also serves to promote it as a premier regional tourist destination. Here, anglers get to experience and learn the various types of fish...
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(16 November, 2014) The Penang International Marathon is a sporting event that caters to serious runners as well as amateurs, both local and international. Participants run across the longest bridge in Malaysia, the Penang Bridge, and along a scenic coastal highway. This is the only time of the...
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(22 Nov 2014) Formula E is a new FIA championship featuring racing cars powered exclusively by electric energy. It represents a vision for the future of the motor industry over the coming decades, intending to serve as a framework for R&D around the electric vehicle, accelerate...
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(4 - 7 December, 2014) Penang Island Jazz Festival will be held at Batu Ferringhi in December. Artistes from jazz and other genre bands will use this as platform to promote their talents.
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(28 December, 2014) A programme that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate Christmas and foster unity and harmony of the 1Malaysia spirit. The programme includes cultural performances with traditional delicacies served to guests.
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