Penang International Container Art Festival (PICAF) is an international street / urban art festival, featuring the urban art on container installations towards celebrating the vibrant street art scene in Penang. PICAF is also aiming to continue breaking through the limits in art and creativity towards making Penang a hub or destination for street artists and street art enthusiasts from cities around the world.

Durian is one of the most popular fruits in Penang, and it is a must-try for all visitors. There are many award-winning durians in Penang such as Ang Hae, D16, Ang Bak, Ang Jin, D700, and plenty more.

George Town Heritage Celebrations is an annual event that will be held online this year. Festival enthusiasts can expect interactive and educational programmes that aim to celebrate the living heritage of George Town and to raise awareness about the importance of safeguarding our shared cultural heritage.

Meng Eng Soo Open Day was inaugurated in 2009 at the George Town Heritage Site and has been ongoing since then, with its 13th iteration well on its way. This event has also been awarded the Cultural Heritage Events and Activities Award in the George Town World Heritage Incorporated Heritage Recognition and Awards 2020.

The George Town Festival (GTF) is an annual festival held in Penang, in honour of the city’s designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008. The Festival is committed to promoting the beauty of arts, culture and heritage to all. This Festival will be reimagined and curated as a hybrid festival in 2021, integrating traditional forms of on-site entertainment with modern virtual elements.

A 10-day religious occasion to observe St. Anne's feast day.

It is believed to be when the Gates of Hell are opened for spirits and ghosts to roam freely. Makeshift altars are erected at roadsides where giant joss sticks are lit and food offered. Staged operas are also conducted for the entertainment of ghosts, spirits, and the public on a nightly basis.

Also known as Maal Hijrah, it marks the first day in the Islamic Calendar (Hijrah Calendar). It is equivalent to the 1st of January in the Gregorian Calendar. In most states, it is gazetted as a public holiday.

The Penang International Food Festival (PIFF) is an annual event that will take place for 16 days, offering visitors an exciting experience to indulge in Penang's famed food. Presenting endless delectable choices, PIFF is the place for food, stories, experience, culture and traditions.

To commemorate Malaysia’s Independence Day, an annual Merdeka Parade will be organised by the Penang State Government where contingents representing various government agencies will be taking part in the occasion.