To commemorate Malaysia’s Independence Day, the Penang State Government organises an annual Merdeka Parade, where contingents representing various government agencies take part in the occasion....
George Town Festival (GTF) is an annual festival held in Penang, in honour of the city’s designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008. This year’s Festival is reimagined and curated as a hybrid...
George Town Heritage Celebrations is an annual event to celebrate the living heritage of George Town and to raise awareness about the importance of safeguarding our shared cultural heritage. The event is held online this...
Durian is one of the most popular fruits in Penang, and a must-try for all visitors. There are many award-winning durians in Penang such as Ang Hae, D16, Ang Bak, Ang Jin, D700, and...
Also known as Maal Hijrah, it marks the first day in the Islamic Calendar (Hijrah Calendar). It is equivalent to the 1st of January in the Gregorian Calendar. In most states, it is gazetted as...
The Hungry Ghost Festival is believed to be when the Gates of Hell are opened for spirits and ghosts to roam freely. Makeshift altars are erected at roadsides where giant joss sticks are lit and...