In the effort to enhance the tourism industry in Malaysia, the Tourism Ministry has planned many events that will be carried out for visitors like you to choose and participate in. Join and attend some of the events if you are in the vicinity to make your visit to Malaysia a memorable one. Some of the highlights of the big events that you can consider joining are listed below.
4 January 2013 to 6 Jan 2013 : International Surfing
Competition
This is the time of the year when the sea is rough and fishermen are not able to go to the sea. This is a good time for surfers to show their skills. This event is organized by Pahang State Tourism and the Ministry of Tourism.
Venue: Cherating, Pahang.
Tel: +6 09 517 1111 or +6 09 517 1112
January 2013 : Royal Langkawi International Regatta
See the famous yachtsmen from various countries
competing in Langkawi Island. Dates will be confirmed later.
Website: http://www.langkawiregatta.com
16 Feb 2013 : Chinese New Year Open House Celebration
This Malaysia Events 2013 auspicious occasion is celebrated for 15 days by the Chinese of Malaysia. Other races join in the celebration by attending open houses throughout the country. Large scale open houses are organised with plenty of food for everyone to enjoy. Lion dance and angpows are given out during this time. This year's open house will be held in Penang.
Contact the Ministry of Culture Arts & Heritage, Malaysia for more information.
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
January 2013 : Thaipusam
This is a religious festival for the Hindus which draw visitors and
foreigners. The main celebration is held in Batu Caves, Selangor.
Tel: +6 03 6189 6284
8 Mar 2013 - 10 Mar 2013: Negeri Sembilan Adat Perpatih Festival
This Malaysia Events 2013 state wide festival is a good time for visitors to know more about this unique culture of Negeri Sembilan.
Tel: +6 03 2052 3600
Website: http://www.jkkn.gov.my
Feb 2013: Ironman Malaysia Triathlon
This Malaysia Events 2013 annual event is held in Langkawi, Kedah.
Tel: +6 03 2698 2863
Website: http://www.ironmanlangkawi.com.my
March 2013: Putrajaya Water Festival 2013
Organized by Putrajaya Corporation, this Malaysia Events 2013 annual
event is held at Putrajaya.
Tel: +6 03 8887 7137
Website: http://www.ppj.gov.my
March 2013: Raptor Watch 2013
Organized by Malaysia Nature Society, this annual event at Tanjung Tuan, Port Dickson in Negeri Sembilan is a good time for family outing.
Tel: +6 03 2287 9422
Website: http://www.mns.my
March to April 2013: Malaysia GP Sale 2013
This Malaysia Events 2013 nationwide carnival sale throughout the nation is held in conjunction with the Petronas Malaysian F1 GP 2013.
Dates will be announced later.
Tel: +6 03 2615 8188
Website: http://www.tourism.gov.my
5 April - 7 April 2013 : Malaysia International Shoe Festival
This annual event is held at PWTC and is organized by Ministry of Tourism.
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: http://www.motour.gov.my
Apr 26 - Apr 28, 2013 Labuan International Sea Challenge
(Malaysia Water Festival 2013)
Participants from around the globe are invited to join the kayak
competition, boat tug-of-war competition, game fishing, boat race and cross channel swimming during this time of fun in the duty free island of Labuan.
i)Labuan International Extreme Kayak Challenge
ii)Labuan Boat Tug-of-War
iii)Labuan International Game Fishing Tournament
iv)Labuan Intenational Boat Race
v)Round Island Kayak Challenge
vi)Cross Channel Swimming Challenge
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: www.motour.gov.my
April 2013 : 20th Regatta Lepa Semporna Water Festival
Held in Semporna in the state of Sabah, this Malaysia Events 2013 water festival will include a competition of the most beautiful traditional sailboats. Tug of war, kayak race and boat racing will also be held as part of the festival during this 2 days of fun and excitement. Semporna is the gateway to the world's best dive sites which include the world renowned Sipadan.
Phone: +6 088 232 121
Website: www.sabahtourism.com
April 2013 : FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP "Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix" 2013
This year's Formula One is held in Sepang during the tropical heat of the day. Come and see the excitement and roaring sound of the world class cars from Ferari, Mercedes, etc.
Many entertaining and exciting exhibitions will be held in the city of Kuala Lumpur. Many shopping discounts will also be offered in various shopping complexes especially in Bukit Bintang area.
Venue: Sepang International Circuit
Tel: +6 03 8778 2222
Website: http://www.malaysiangp.com.my
12-14 April 2013 : Langkawi Water Festival - Malaysia Water
Festival (Fishing Carnival)
Held in Pantai Cenang, Langkawi Island, some of the water-based activities that you will witness here include kayaking, para sailing, jet ski,
yachting and fishing.
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: http://www.motour.gov.my
23 May 2013 - 3 June 2013: Wedding Craft Promotion 2013
See the wedding crafts at Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex. You will be able to find some souvenir here.
Tel: +6 03 2162 7459
Website: http://www.kraftangan.gov.my
18 May 2013 : Colours of 1Malaysia 2013
Colours of Malaysia Festival will give you an opportunity to learn about the Malaysian people and the diverse cultures. This annual event brings all the heritage and culture of Malaysians from all states. Various delicacies of the different ethnic groups of Malaysia will be featured here as well. Tentatively, the event may be held in Dataran Merdeka, pending confirmation from the organiser.
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: www.motour.gov.my
12 May - 18 May 2013 : International Pahang River Rafting
Expedition 2013
Held at Pahang River, see the river rafting experts from around the globe navigating on this river.
Tel: +6 03 2052 3600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
4-5 May 2013 : Sabah Fest 2013
Held in Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, this Malaysia Events 2013 will feature the cultures and traditions of the various ethnic groups in Sabah through music, dance, fashion and food. The annual Harvest Festival will be held after this festival.
Tel : +6 088 232 121/212 121
Website: www.sabahtourism.com
April-July 2013 : Squid Jigging Fiesta
Organized by Terengganu State Government, this Malaysia Events 2013 interesting squid jigging fiesta will be held at the popular Pulau Redang.
Tel: +6 09 623 1957
Website: www.terengganu.gov.my
June 2013 : Penang International Dragon Boat Festival 2013
This annual event will be held in Teluk Bahang Dam, Penang and is another tourist attraction event that you should not miss.
Tel: +6 04-650 5136
9 June 2013: Gawai Dayak Festival
This harvest festival is celebrated by the Ibans and Bidayuh in Sarawak.
This annual fesival will showcase the traditional costumes and ceremonial offerings.
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: www.kpkk.gov.my
2 June 2013: Tadau Kaamatan Open House Celebration
Organized by the Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture, it will be held in Sabah.
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: www.kpkk.gov.my
1 June 2013: Istiadat Mengarak Panji-Panji S.P.B Yang di-Pertuan Agong
In conjunction with the Birthday of His Majesty the King This birthday celebration of the King of Malaysia will be held at Dataran
Merdeka.
Tel: +6 03 8872 6659
Website: www.pmo.gov.my
30 May - 31 May 2013: Tadau Kaamatan Celebration 2013
This harvest festival is celebrated by the Kadazan Dusun in Sabah.
This annual fesival will showcase the traditional costumes and games schedule to be held in Penampang, Sabah.
Tel: +6 088 713 696
May 2013 : Miri International Jazz Festival
This annual event is organized by the Secretariat of Miri International Jazz Festival, Sarawak Tourism Board.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 085 434 181
Website: www.mudtour.sarawak.gov.my
15 June - 16 June 2013 : 27th Sabah Dragon Boat Race 2013
This annual event has attracted many international participants from Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, China and Brunei. This event will be held in Kota Kinabalu. While here, remember to visit Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park and Kinabalu National Park.
Tel: +6 088 232 121/260 431
Website: www.sabahtourism.com
14-15 June 2013 : KK Jazz Festival 2013
This event will be held in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah and is organized by Sparks and Rotary Club of Kota Kinabalu.
Tel: +6 019 853 9922
June 2013 : SUPER GT CHAMPIONSHIP, SEPANG
Started in 1994, the Japan GT Championship Series (JGTC) is the most popular category in Japan’s motorsports world. One of its race is held here in Sepang, Selangor.
Tel: +6 03 8778 2200
Website: http://www.malaysiangp.com.my
29 June - 30 June 2013: Fraser's Hill International Bird Race 2013
This annual event held at Frasers Hill attracts bird watchers from around the globe. Teams are divided into groups to identify the birds here, many of them migratory birds from Siberia and Japan.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 09 516 1007
Website: http://www.pkbf.org.my
June 2013: Melaka River Fiesta
This annual event will be held at Melaka River Square and Spice Garden, Melaka. Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 06 281 4322
Website: http://www.ppspm.gov.my
June 2013 : Penang International Dragon Boat Festival 2013
This annual event will be held in Teluk Bahang Dam, Penang and is another tourist attraction event that you should not miss.
Tel: +6 04-650 5136
April 2013 : Gendang Nusantara Festival
Organized by Melaka Historical City Council, this Malaysia Events 2013 will be held at MBMB Square, Ayer Keroh, Melaka.
Tel: +6 06 231 6411
Website: www.mbmb.gov.my
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