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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: 31 Aug 2024 - 31 Oct 2024
Streets of Harmony Photo Competition invites the public to capture and submit their photos of the Streets of Harmony in Penang before 31st October 2024, for a chance to win fantastic prizes.
Event Date: 19 Oct 2024 - 02 Nov 2024
The Penang Arts Association will be presenting a diverse collection of works from 85 members, featuring paintings, photography, sculptures, and more. Notably, over half of the participating artists hail from other states, aiming to draw more out-of-state visitors to Penang. This initiative is expected to stimulate interest in the local arts scene and contribute to the growth of the creative economy.
Address: Penang State Art Gallery, Dewan Sri Pinang
Event Date: 27 Oct 2024
Halloween event on 27 October 2024 at Island 88, Penang.
Address: Island 88, Penang
Event Date: 30 Oct 2024
Halloween Party on 30 October 2024 at Hin Bus Depot.
Address: Hin Bus Depot
Event Date: 31 Oct 2024
This colourful festival is also known as "The Festival of Lights" and is celebrated by Hindus all around the world. Oil lamps are lit and decorated in their homes on Deepavali morning as a way of thanking the Gods for happiness, knowledge, peace, and wealth.
Event Date: 31 Oct 2024 - 03 Nov 2024
Fright of Darkness: Malam Sumpahan Pocong on 31 October 2024 - 3 November 2024 at The Top Penang.
Address: The Top Penang
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 highlights the best of literature, music, arts and culture in Penang.
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