Events in Malaysia for 2013
Most of the events in Malaysia are packed
with another fascinating year of exciting events and colourful celebrations as a the run-up to the Visit Malaysia Year 2014 (VMY 2014).
Regardless of the month of
visit, Malaysia promises visitors something special and unique to make them
time here truly memorable and enjoyable!
Events in January
2013
2013
Join in the grand celebration of the
Visit Malaysia Year 2014 promotion campaign from 18 to 20 January at Bukit
Jalil Stadium, Kuala Lumpur.
This will be the biggest tourism carnival ever in
the country with a myriad of colours showcasing the various cultures and races
from around Malaysia.
Visit Malaysia Year 2014 promotion campaign from 18 to 20 January at Bukit
Jalil Stadium, Kuala Lumpur.
This will be the biggest tourism carnival ever in
the country with a myriad of colours showcasing the various cultures and races
from around Malaysia.
Ponggal is a Hindu Thanksgiving event that takes place on the 14th of January and is celebrated nationwide. It is
not a public holiday but something not to be missed if you love the Hindu
culture.
not a public holiday but something not to be missed if you love the Hindu
culture.
Thaipusam is a must-experience celebration where a dazzling chariot procession pulls into the Batu Caves
temple on 27 January morning after making a 15 kilometre, 12-hour journey from
the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
Millions of devotees and travellers are expected at
this world-renowned event. This also takes place in Penang Island on the same
day.
11th Royal Langkawi International The regatta will take place from 7 to 12 January at Langkawi Island. Sail lovers
will love this as it is an exciting sailing and racing event you won’t want to
miss.
Events in February
2013
2013
Chinese New Year celebrations which
falls on the 10th and 11th Feb is a great time to catch a glimpse of
the 15-day-long festival celebrated with a joyous reunion, fabulous food, colourful
lion and dragon dances and ethnic tradition. You can catch the Chinese New Year
Celebrations throughout Malaysia.
Pasir Gudang World Kite Festival will be held in Johor from 20 to 24 February, which promises to fill up the sky
with colourful and innovative kite designs from international participants.
with colourful and innovative kite designs from international participants.
BMW Malaysian Open is held from
25 February to 3 March at the Royal Selangor Golf Club, Kuala Lumpur, where you
can catch some of the world’s leading women tennis players.
25 February to 3 March at the Royal Selangor Golf Club, Kuala Lumpur, where you
can catch some of the world’s leading women tennis players.
Le Tour de Langkawi takes place from
the 21st Feb till 2nd March where cyclist race through
seven states in Malaysia.
the 21st Feb till 2nd March where cyclist race through
seven states in Malaysia.
Events in March
2013
2013
The Malaysian Grand Prix takes
place at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) from 22 to 24 March for the
race fans. Also, take advantage of the retail discounts during the Malaysia GP Sale
from 8 March to 14 April throughout Malaysia.
place at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) from 22 to 24 March for the
race fans. Also, take advantage of the retail discounts during the Malaysia GP Sale
from 8 March to 14 April throughout Malaysia.
LIMA is held in Langkawi for one
of the largest International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition from 26 to 30
March. Guests and travellers are advised to book early to avoid disappointment.
of the largest International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition from 26 to 30
March. Guests and travellers are advised to book early to avoid disappointment.
Matta Fair takes place at
PWTC KL from 7 to 9 March where you can get the best travel deals. Get your best airline, cruise, ground and even Halal Packages from the largest travel fair in Malaysia.
PWTC KL from 7 to 9 March where you can get the best travel deals. Get your best airline, cruise, ground and even Halal Packages from the largest travel fair in Malaysia.
Events in April
2013
2013
Malaysia Water Festival falls on 26-28
April and is celebrated in Langkawi, Labuan, and Port Dickson – all major
seaside towns in Malaysia.
A must-visit for families with children where you
can take part in this splashing event where you can participate in all kinds of
water activities.
April and is celebrated in Langkawi, Labuan, and Port Dickson – all major
seaside towns in Malaysia.
A must-visit for families with children where you
can take part in this splashing event where you can participate in all kinds of
water activities.
Regatta Lepa in Sabah takes place
from 22 – 24 April. This one of a kind regatta race is bound to have you
mesmerized with the stunning colours and cultures of the land and sea Bajau of
east Sabah Borneo.
from 22 – 24 April. This one of a kind regatta race is bound to have you
mesmerized with the stunning colours and cultures of the land and sea Bajau of
east Sabah Borneo.
Malaysia International Shoe The Festival is also held from 5 to 7 April in Kuala Lumpur. Catch world-renowned
celebrity shoemaker Jimmy Choo at this event.
celebrity shoemaker Jimmy Choo at this event.
Events in May
2013
2013
Colours of 1Malaysia celebrations will
happen on 25 May in Kuala Lumpur. See various races and cultures take part in
this massive street carnival at Dataran Merdeka, KL.
happen on 25 May in Kuala Lumpur. See various races and cultures take part in
this massive street carnival at Dataran Merdeka, KL.
Sabah Fest (4 to 5 May) takes
place in the city of KK. Tadau Kaamatan, the local harvest festival, will
be a month-long celebration where the finals are held in KK city from 30 to
31 May. You can see what happened at last year’s theme called Adventures of Ngarayang for Sabah Fest.
place in the city of KK. Tadau Kaamatan, the local harvest festival, will
be a month-long celebration where the finals are held in KK city from 30 to
31 May. You can see what happened at last year’s theme called Adventures of Ngarayang for Sabah Fest.
World Harvest Festival in Sarawak (3
to 5 May) is another celebration not to be missed. The local Gawai 2013 Celebrations
promises lots of colour and activities in this part of Malaysia Borneo.
to 5 May) is another celebration not to be missed. The local Gawai 2013 Celebrations
promises lots of colour and activities in this part of Malaysia Borneo.
Wesak Day falls on 24 May, and Buddhists
all over the country will pay homage to Buddha. Catch this colourful celebration
at various temples around Malaysia.
all over the country will pay homage to Buddha. Catch this colourful celebration
at various temples around Malaysia.
Events in June
2013
2013
Gawai Dayak falls on 1st
and 2nd June all over Sarawak. This harvest festival celebration can be witnessed at
local villages, while the Sarawak Cultural Village offers the Gawai Special Package for tourists.
and 2nd June all over Sarawak. This harvest festival celebration can be witnessed at
local villages, while the Sarawak Cultural Village offers the Gawai Special Package for tourists.
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| Jazz festival in Kota Kinabalu |
KK Jazz Festival happens on 14-15
June. Catch local and international musicians perform in this two-day festival
in Sabah Borneo.
June. Catch local and international musicians perform in this two-day festival
in Sabah Borneo.
Sabah Dragon Boat Race is on the
15-16 June where participants from all over Southeast Asia race in their
traditional boats.
15-16 June where participants from all over Southeast Asia race in their
traditional boats.
Malaysia International Tourism Night
Floral Parade in Putrajaya from 22 to 30 June and witness the dazzling spectacle of lighted-up boats cruising along the lake.
Floral Parade in Putrajaya from 22 to 30 June and witness the dazzling spectacle of lighted-up boats cruising along the lake.
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| Local ethnic artist at the RWMF in Sarawak |
Rainforest World Music Festival takes place in Sarawak from 28 to 30 June. The RWMF 2013 promises an exciting lineup held at the Sarawak Cultural Village in Santubong, Kuching.
Events in July
2013
2013
The Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival takes place from 14 June to 1 Sep for those who love shopping and is celebrated
throughout Malaysia.
Kuala Lumpur Festival will be from 1
to 31 July around the city of KL. Catch various activities and performances at
selected places around the city.
to 31 July around the city of KL. Catch various activities and performances at
selected places around the city.
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| Malaysian art |
Malaysia Contemporary Art Tourism The Festival takes place from 2 July to 30 September, and guests will have a
chance to meet some of Malaysia’s talented artists and purchase their artworks.
Ramadan starts on July 8th where
an entire month observed by Muslims by way of fasting from dawn to dusk.
Visit
the many Bazaar Ramadan stalls around Malaysia and will be amazed by the array of
food prepared for the breaking of the fast each evening.
an entire month observed by Muslims by way of fasting from dawn to dusk.
Visit
the many Bazaar Ramadan stalls around Malaysia and will be amazed by the array of
food prepared for the breaking of the fast each evening.
Events in August
2013
2013
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| Hari Raya in Malaysia |
Hari Raya celebrations in Malaysia start
on the 8th August, where open houses and feasting on local delights
are the norms.
on the 8th August, where open houses and feasting on local delights
are the norms.
Malaysia National Day falls on 31 August and a nationwide public holiday where parades occur in selected cities.
Events in September
2013
2013
Malaysia Day Celebration falls on 16
September and celebrated in various parts of the country. This is a local public holiday where various activities take place to commemorate the establishment of
the Malaysian federation on the same date in 1963.
September and celebrated in various parts of the country. This is a local public holiday where various activities take place to commemorate the establishment of
the Malaysian federation on the same date in 1963.
Malaysia Lantern Tourism Festival on
19 September, where one can admire the procession of beautiful Chinese lanterns.
This festival, also known as the Mooncake or Mid-Autumn Festival, is celebrated throughout
most cities with a strong Chinese population around the country.
19 September, where one can admire the procession of beautiful Chinese lanterns.
This festival, also known as the Mooncake or Mid-Autumn Festival, is celebrated throughout
most cities with a strong Chinese population around the country.
Matta Fair September promises
locals and foreigners fantastic travel promotions at the PWTC. Get airline tickets, holiday packages and more from this massive three-day event in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
locals and foreigners fantastic travel promotions at the PWTC. Get airline tickets, holiday packages and more from this massive three-day event in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
Events in October
2013
2013
A three-month Fabulous Food Malaysia
dining feast is celebrated at the beginning of October – enjoy fine dining in
October, ASEAN food in November and delicious street food in December which
happens throughout the country.
dining feast is celebrated at the beginning of October – enjoy fine dining in
October, ASEAN food in November and delicious street food in December which
happens throughout the country.
Mount Kinabalu International
Climbathon happens from 19-20 October. Dubbed the World’s Toughest
Mountain Race, participants from the world over take place in this stunning
race held in Sabah Borneo.
Climbathon happens from 19-20 October. Dubbed the World’s Toughest
Mountain Race, participants from the world over take place in this stunning
race held in Sabah Borneo.
Events in November
2013
2013
Monsoon Cup takes place in
Terengganu, where international yacht racing teams battle the monsoon weather
and the South China Sea for a chance to lift the prestigious cup.
Terengganu, where international yacht racing teams battle the monsoon weather
and the South China Sea for a chance to lift the prestigious cup.
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| Malaysian souvenirs at Central Market |
Malaysia Year End Sale (YES) starts from
8 November to 5 January 2014 for all shopping fanatics. Look out for all kinds
of discounts and bargains at shopping malls and even stores.
8 November to 5 January 2014 for all shopping fanatics. Look out for all kinds
of discounts and bargains at shopping malls and even stores.
Deepavali or Divali celebrations fall on
the 3rd November where you can explore and experience a true
festival of lights celebrated throughout Malaysia.
the 3rd November where you can explore and experience a true
festival of lights celebrated throughout Malaysia.
Events in December
2013
2013
Cuti-Cuti 1Malaysia Dance Tourism
Carnival takes place in KL. Learn the various Malaysian cultural dances ranging
from traditional dances like Joget, Zapin, Sewang, Ngajat, Indian, Chinese and
many other ethnicities.
Carnival takes place in KL. Learn the various Malaysian cultural dances ranging
from traditional dances like Joget, Zapin, Sewang, Ngajat, Indian, Chinese and
many other ethnicities.
Fabulous Food 1Malaysia Carnival is
ongoing from October where tourists and locals can enjoy Malaysian street food
delights served up during the last month of the year and various places around
the country.
ongoing from October where tourists and locals can enjoy Malaysian street food
delights served up during the last month of the year and various places around
the country.
Christmas in Malaysia is something
different where you can also enjoy the experience of a tropical Christmas
during the whole of December. Most shopping malls and hotels light up around
the country, offering local and western cuisines.
different where you can also enjoy the experience of a tropical Christmas
during the whole of December. Most shopping malls and hotels light up around
the country, offering local and western cuisines.
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| Malaysia Truly Asia |
For those who are planning to visit
Malaysia anytime, you should check out the calendar for those special events as the dates may move around to meet the weekend.
Sometimes travelling during festive periods can be tedious and hectic, so it is
advised to book your flights, bus tickets and hotels well ahead.
Local school
holidays also take place during the major festive seasons, so if you are
driving, be prepared for some heavy traffic congestion in major cities.
For those looking to visit the country the following year, you can also plan for Visit Malaysia Year 2014.
Final Thoughts on Events in Malaysia
Malaysia anytime, you should check out the calendar for those special events as the dates may move around to meet the weekend.
Sometimes travelling during festive periods can be tedious and hectic, so it is
advised to book your flights, bus tickets and hotels well ahead.
Local school
holidays also take place during the major festive seasons, so if you are
driving, be prepared for some heavy traffic congestion in major cities.
For those looking to visit the country the following year, you can also plan for Visit Malaysia Year 2014.
Final Thoughts on Events in Malaysia
As Malaysia offers various types of
tourism, you can enjoy the best of Eco-Tourism, Luxury Tourism, Food and
Shopping and many more in one visit.
All you need to do is plan your holiday or
trip carefully by checking which of the celebrations you would like to
experience in the list of events in Malaysia.
tourism, you can enjoy the best of Eco-Tourism, Luxury Tourism, Food and
Shopping and many more in one visit.
All you need to do is plan your holiday or
trip carefully by checking which of the celebrations you would like to
experience in the list of events in Malaysia.
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