EVENTS

Penangites celebrate a vibrant calendar of festivals all year round, spanning religious, cultural and contemporary arts events nearly every month.Visitors can witness acrobatic lion dances during Chinese New Year, the intricate weaving of ketupat (rice dumplings) during Hari Raya Aidilfitri, the awe-inspiring body piercings borne by devotees during the Hindu festival of Thaipusam and the remarkable feats of balance showcased during the Penang Chingay Parade. Beyond these deep-rooted traditions, home-grown arts festivals continue to draw global audiences, led by the highly anticipated George Town Festival and the internationally acclaimed George Town Literary Festival. Other landmark annual happenings not to be missed include the George Town Heritage Celebrations, the historic Feast of St. Anne in Bukit Mertajam,as well as major events like the Penang International Food Festival, the Penang International Dragon Boat Festival and the world-class Penang Bridge International Marathon.

LASIK CARNIVAL 2026

  • 04 Oct 2026

The LASIK Carnival 2026 will be held on 4 October 2026 at OPTIMAX Bukit Mertajam and on 11 October 2026 at OPTIMAX Penang.

LASIK Carnival 2026 - Love Your Eyes, Experience Visual Freedom with Smile Pro 3.0:
Date: 4 October 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Venue: OPTIMAX Bukit Mertajam
Contact Number: +604-523 0122 / +6016-303 7101

Date: 11 October 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Venue:  OPTIMAX Penang
Contact Number: +604-202 0232 / +6016-303 7101

Event Organiser: Optimax Eye Specialist Hospital (Penang)

Website
https://www.optimax2u.com/