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EVENTS

Whether you are drawn to the drama of a street parade, the spirituality of a prayer ritual or the beauty of an avant-garde theatre performance, there is bound to be an event around the corner waiting to be experienced.

Penang’s vibrant festivals are a colourful reflection of the state’s multiculturalism. Traditional festivals such as Thaipusam, Hungry Ghost Festival, Nine Emperor Gods Festival, Ramadan, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Chingay Parade and Chinese New Year have retained an authenticity that is unmatched in Asia. Home-grown arts festivals are increasingly popular with global travellers such as the highly-anticipated George Town Festival and the international award-winning George Town Literary Festival.

Other annual events such as the Catholic St Anne’s Feast Day, Penang International Food Festival, Penang Anime Matsuri, Japanese Bon Odori Festival, George Town Heritage Celebration, Penang Bridge International Marathon and Dragon Boat Festival are not to be missed in Penang.

Weekend markets abound in Penang. Vendors are an assorted mix of small business owners to passionate hobbyists presenting their wares and services to a curious crowd. Markets like Sunday Pop-Up Market at Hin Bus Depot is a great place to buy local, handmade products and meet these individuals producing them face-to-face. There are usually street performances, workshops or activities during these markets that provide opportunities for participants to interact, learn something or simply have fun.

 


Event Date: 15 Nov 2024 - 17 Nov 2024
Come and experience the rich Siamese culture celebrated every November! GUSM Malaysia presents the Loy Krathong Festival 2024 on November 15-17 at Auto City, Juru, Penang.
Address: Auto City, Juru, Penang
Event Date: 16 Nov 2024 - 09 Feb 2025
Exhibition: The Return of Raja Durian  on 16 November 2024 - 9 February 2025.
Address: Blank Canvas 2, Argus Lane, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Event Date: 17 Nov 2024
Hari Buletin 3.0 on 17 November 2024 at Bertam Vision Park.
Address: Bertam Vision Park
Event Date: 23 Nov 2024 - 24 Nov 2024
Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta on 23-24 November 2024.
Address: Straits Quay Marina
Event Date: 29 Nov 2024 - 01 Dec 2024
George Town Literary Festival (GTLF) is Malaysia’s largest international literary festival, held annually in the UNESCO World Heritage site of George Town, Penang. GTLF is one of the best-recognised platforms for free speech in Malaysia with a specific focus on world literature. Each year, selected local and international writers, poets and performers engage in topics and themes that are crucial to the present state of the world.
Address: Bangunan UAB & Bangunan Wawasan
Event Date: 07 Dec 2024
Penang State Christmas Celebration 2024 on 7 December 2024 at Padang Dataran Pemuda Merdeka, Butterworth.
Address: Padang Dataran Pemuda Merdeka, Butterworth
Event Date: 15 Dec 2024
The Penang Bridge International Marathon is an international running event catered to all from young to old and leisure to serious runners.
Address: Aspen Vision City, Batu Kawan