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.
July 2013 :
Rainforest World
Music Festival
Visit Sarawak on the island of Borneo go to see the living museum known as Sarawak Cultural Village. Musicians from around the world will gather here to celebrate a fusion of nature, culture and ethnic music.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 082 423 600
Website: www.sarawaktourism.com
This triathlon consists of a combination of 3 events namely running, swimming and cycling. More than 1,000 participants from all over the world is expected to compete.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 06 765 9734
Website: www.admiralmarina.com.my
This event is organized by Selangor State Office and will be held at Shah Alam Matsushita Stadium, Shah Alam.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 5510 8816
Join the city of Melaka in celebrating the UNESCO World Heritage City anniversary.
Tel: +6 06 231 6411Website: http://www.mbmb.gov.my
2 July - 30 Sept 2013 :
Malaysia Contemporary
Arts Tourism Festival
This Arts Tourism Festival organized by the Ministry of Tourism will be held throughout the country.
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: http://www.motour.gov.my
7 July 2013 :
Melaka UNESCO World Heritage City Celebration
20 July 2013 :
Bon Odori Festival
19 - 21 July 2013 :
Port Dickson International Triathlon 2013, Negeri Sembilan
19 - 21 July 2013 :
Sabah International Folklore Festival
July 2013 : Sarawak Regatta
1-31 July 2013 :
Kuala Lumpur Festival
July-Aug 2013 :
Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival
23 - 25 August 2013 :
Royal Pahang Billfish International Challenge
9 July 2013 - 8 Aug 2013 : Bazaar Ramadan
31 August 2013 :
Merdeka Celebration
16 Sept 2013 :
Music, Arts and Style International Festival (MASiF)
Sept-Oct 2013 :
Malaysia Open ATP World Tour
Sept 2013 :
Merdeka Millenium
Endurance Race
16 Sept 2013 :
Malaysia Day Celebration
18 Sept 2013 :
Hari Raya Open House Celebration
19 Sept 2013 :
Lantern Festival
26 Sept - 7 Oct 2013 :
Textile Craft Promotion
1-31 October 2013 :
Fabulous Food 1Malaysia
Malaysia International
Gourmet Festival
October 2013 :
Malaysia Art Expo
18-19 October 2013 :
Rhythm of Kinabalu
19 - 20 October 2013 :
26th Mt. Kinabalu International Climbathon 2013
26-27 Oct 2013 :
International Kolam Festival
Nov 2013 :
Raja Muda Selangor Regatta
October 2013 :
Borneo International Yachting Challenge
Nov 2013 :
Kenaboi International Challenge
Nov 2013 :
Sultan's Cup Terengganu Endurance Challenge
Nov 2013 :
Kuala Lumpur International
Film Festival
1 - 30 Nov 2013 :
Fabulous Food 1Malaysia - ASEAN Food Heritage Trail
10 Nov 2013 :
Deepavali Celebration and Open House
25-30 Nov 2013 :
International Indigeneous and Aborigines Art Festival
22-24 Nov 2013 :
International Gong Festival
End Nov 2013 to early Jan 2014 : Malaysia Year End Sale
Early Dec 2013 :
Monsoon Cup Terengganu 2013
Dec 2013 :
Sepang 1000km Endurance Race
Dec 2013 :
Penang Chingay Parade
1-31 Dec 2013 :
Fabulous Food 1Malaysia-Street Food and Restaurant Festival
3-7 Dec 2013 : Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace(LIMA)
8 Dec 2013 :
Cuti-Cuti 1Malaysia Dance Tourism Carnival
28 Dec 2013 :
Christmas Celebration and Open House
Join the many runners in this international run which will be held in Ipoh,the capital of Perak. While here, remember to try the pomelo, a popular and juicy fruit of Perak.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 05 208 3333.
July 2013 :
Ipoh Open
International Run
Anglers will be competing for the biggest fish in this tropical rain forest of Rompin, Johor. This "catch and release" fishing event will have many international participants with attractive cash prizes to be won.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: http://www.motour.gov.my
Organized by Sabah Cultural Board, this annual event will be held at Sabah Cultural Centre, Penampang.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 088 259 457
This event is organized by Resident Office, Kuching Division.
Venue: Kuching Waterfront, Kuching, Sarawak.
Tel: +6 082 422 263
Held throughout the city of Kuala Lumpur, this is the time to see the various events in KL.
Tel: +6 03 2052 3600
Website: www.kppk.gov.my
Held throughout the country, many shopping malls offer great discounts.
Tel: +6 03 2615 8188
Website: www.tourism.gov.my
Many stalls that sell food for breaking fast will be set up during this time of fasting month by the Muslims.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: www.motour.gov.my
This day commemorates Malaysia's 55th year of independance or 'Merdeka' in Malay Language. See the open air concert on the eve of Merdeka day on 30 August. The colourful parade will be held on the morning of the Merdeka Day. The Merdeka day celebration is held in every major city in Malaysia.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: http://www.pmo.gov.my
Enjoy all types of arts and music in Kuala Lumpur.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 4270 3865
Website: http://www.masifestival.com
This event will be held at Sepang International Circuit, Selangor.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 8778 2200
Website: http://www.malaysiangp.com.my
Organized by the Ministry of Tourism, this is one of the major tennis event in Malaysia.
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: http://www.motour.gov.my
This day commemorates Sabah and Sarawak joining Peninsular Malaysia as a nation of Malaysia. This is the 4th year where Malaysia Day will be celebrated in full scale and has been declared a public holiday throughout Malaysia.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
Join the celebration as Malaysian muslim end their fasting month. Relatives and friends are invited to many open houses where they will be treated with various traditional food and delicacies. This year's event will be held in Perlis.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: www.kpkk.gov.my
This art expo will be held at Kundasang, Sabah and is organized by National Department of Culture and Arts.
Tel: +6 03 2052 3600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
This annual event is organized by Terengganu State Government.
Venue: International Endurance Park, Lembah Bidong, Setiu, Terengganu
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 09 623 1957
Website: http://www.terengganu.gov.my
Held in KL Craft Complex, this event features the batik and textiles products of Malaysia.
Tel: +6 03 2162 7459
Website: http://www.kraftangan.gov.my
This international yachting event will be held at Miri, Sarawak.
Tel: +6 085 423 033
This annual event features the delicacy of Malaysia.
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: http://www.motour.gov.my
This art expo will be held at MATRADE, Kuala Lumpur and is organized by Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture.
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
This two days event is one of "The World’s Toughest Mountain Race" where participants will scale 21km to the peak of Kinabalu mountain and descend in 3 hours. Remember to visit Poring Hot Spring and Kinabalu National Park if you have the time to spare.
Tel: +6 088 232 121
Website: www.sabahtourism.com
This event to be held in the Curve Shopping Mall and is organized by National Department of Culture and Arts.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2052 3600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
This annual event will be held at Royal Selangor Yacht Club, Port Klang and is organized by Royal Selangor Yacht Club.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 3168 6964
Website: www.rsc.com.my
Held in Central Market, the Lantern Festival is celebrated during the full moon of the Chinese Calendar that features many intricately designed lanterns with multiple motifs.
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: http://www.motour.gov.my
Held in Jelebu in Negeri Sembilan, this annual event is organized by National Department of Irrigation and Drainage, Negeri Sembilan.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 06 765 9650
This annual event is organized by National Film Development Corporation Malaysia.
Venue: Kuala Lumpur
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 4104 1300
Website: http://www.finas.gov.my
Taste an array of exquisite meals in this month-long festival. Known as Malaysia's premier gastronomic event, this event showcases Malaysia's finest restaurants and the exclusive menus they offer.
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: http://www.motour.gov.my
The triumph of good over evil is celebrated by Hindus on the seventh month of the Hindu calendar. This year's open house will be held in Selangor.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
Held in Kuala Lumpur, this annual event is organized by National Department for Culture and Arts.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2052 3600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
Held in Redeems Centre, Singei in the state of Sarawak, this annual event
is organized by National Department for Culture and Arts.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2052 3600
Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my
The Malaysia Year End Sale offers great discounts and bargains on a wide variety of merchandise. This is the time for the ultimate shopping indulgence. Head for the many shopping complexes in the city and you will not regret it.
Tel: +6 03 2615 8188
Website: www.tourism.gov.my
Held at Georgetown, Penang, this annual event is organized by Penang Chingay Association.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 04 261 8207
Website: www.penangchingay.org
This event will be held at the Sepang International Circuit, Selangor.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 8778 2200
Website: www.malaysiangp.com.my
This Monsoon Cup is a part of the prestigious Swedish Match Tour. Take the opportunity to visit the many beautiful beaches here. The date of the race will be announced in major newspaper.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 09 623 1957
Held throughout Malaysia and organized by the Ministry of Tourism, this is a good time to try Malaysian delicacies.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: www.motour.gov.my
Organized by Ministry of Defence, this event will be held in Langkawi.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 4027 4070
Website: www.lima.com.my
Organized by Ministry of Tourism, this event will be held in Kuala Lumpur.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Tel: +6 03 2693 7111
Website: www.motour.gov.my
Join the Malaysian christians as they celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Venue: Johor
Tel: +6 03 2612 7600
Website: www.kpkk.gov.my
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