Penang has lots of splendors to supply, from its pristine seasides, succulent hawker meals to the rich ancestry architectural structures and cultures of the multi-ethnic races. Visitors are typically astonished by the exciting activities, whimsical techniques, social occasions and religious festivals that are commemorated throughout the year. Penang is a small isle, however complete of amazing celebration occasions which are collectively commemorated by all the races.
| Festival | Discription | Events/Festival Date |
|---|---|---|
| Thaipusam | Hindu Pilgrimage Procession And Breaking Of Coconuts | 27 Jan, 2013 |
| Chinese New Year | Chinese New Year Celebration With Lion Dance | 10 & 11 Feb ’13 |
| Chor Sor Kong Deity Birthday |
Devotees prayers and offerings at the Snake Temple | 15 Feb, 2013 |
| ‘Hokkien ‘ Clan Chinese New Year | 8th Day Of Chinese New Year Celebration By Hokkien Clan with the ‘Phai Thee Khong’ – A ‘Hokkien’ Religious Culture | 17 Feb, 2013 |
| Chinese Chap Goh Meh | 15th Day Of New Year Celebration; Oranges Throwing | 24 Feb, 2013 |
| Penang’s Popular Music of the 1940s,1950s & 1960s Exhibition | This exhibition aims to celebrate the musical heritage of Penang, especially the decades of the 1940s,1950s and 1960s | 01.03.2013 – 30.04.2013 |
| Festival | Discription | Events/Festival Date |
| Earth Hour 2013 | Penang will join the rest of the world to flick the switch for Earth Hour on 23rd March 2013 at 8.30pm to 9.30pm | 23.03.2013 – 23.03.2013 20.30 h – 21.30 h |
| Penang World Music Festival 2013 | This year, Penang World Music Festival (PMWF) is presenting TWO full nights of global music and culture as we bring music lovers to the Penang Botanic Gardens’ Quarry Park | 30.03.2013 – 31.03.2013 14.00 h – 23.59 h |
| Wesak Day | Buddha’s Birthday Celebration By Buddhist Devotees | 24 May, 2013 |
| George Town Festival | Penang UNESCO World Heritage Celebration | |
| Penang Dragon Boat Festival | Plenitude Penang International Dragon Boat Festival | |
| Penang Bon Odori Festival | Japanese Tradition Cultural Festival | |
| St. Anne’s Festival | Night Of Candle Procession At St. Anne’s Church, Mainland | |
| Hungry Ghost Festival | Toast Religious Prayers, Offerings And Street Shows | 7 Aug – 4 Sep, 201 |
| Ramadhan Bazaar |
Sumptuous Array Of Halal Food At The Bazaar | 10 July -6 Aug, 2013 |
| Merdeka Countdown | Independence Countdown Held At Auto-City, Mainland | 31 Aug, 2013 |
| Hari Raya Aidilfitri | Muslim New Year Celebration And Open-House Activities | 7 – 8 August, 2013 |
| Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival | Lantern & Moon Cake Festival | 19 Sept ’13 |
| 9-Emperor Gods Festival | Spirit Mediums In Trance, Skewering and Fire Walking | |
| Navarathiri Festival | Hindu Religious Festival & Chariot Procession | |
| Deepavali Festival | Hindu New Year Celebration & Cultural Performances | 3 Nov, 2013 |
| Festival | Discription | Events/Festival Date |
| Penang Bridge Marathon | Alliance Penang Bridge Internation Marathon 2012, 13.5 Km Run | |
| Open Ballroom Dancing | 19th Penang International Open Ballroom Dancing Championship | |
| Pesta Pulau Pinang | Penang’s 46th annual funfair and trade exposition at Sungei Nibong site; Month long festival, daily 6.00 pm – 11.30 pm Admission Fee: Rm13 (Adult) ; Children Rm1 (below 12 year old) |
1 Dec – 1 Jan’13 |
| Penang Dragon Boat Race | Pesta Dragon Boat Teams Racing To Be The Champion | |
| Pesta Chingay Parade | Giant Flags, Floats, Lion & Dragon Dance Performances | |
| Christmas & New Year | Special Sales Offer, Decorations & Various Fun-filled Events | 24 Dec – 1 Jan, 2013 |
