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Scars of War

Sep 10, 2026 George Town

Scars of War is an international art and photography exhibition held at the Ling Xiang Xiong Art Gallery in George Town. The showcase utilizes 38 photographs and four paintings to draw attention...

Art exhibition Photography +5

The Hungry Ghost Festival, also referred to as Teong Guan Phor Thor, is a month-long traditional observance in Penang, Malaysia, dedicated to honoring ancestors and wandering spirits. During the seventh lunar month,...

Traditional Festival Religious Event +6

Paya Terubong Fringe Festival

Sep 5, 2026 Bandar Baru Air Itam

The Paya Terubong Fringe Festival is a vibrant community performing arts event held on September 5, 2026, in Bandar Baru Air Itam, Malaysia. Transforming the neighborhood into an open-air stage, this free-admission...

Performing Arts Community festival +5

69th National Day Parade

Aug 29-31, 2026 George Town

Penang will host its state-level 69th National Day Parade and celebrations in George Town from August 29 to August 31, 2026. The main parade and associated events are set to occur at...

National Day Parade +3

Penang Puppet Festival 2026

Aug 12-23, 2026 Penang

Penang Puppet Festival 2026 is a puppetry festival in Penang celebrating traditional and contemporary puppetry. The third edition features performances, exhibitions, artist talks, workshops, forums and community programmes focused on puppetry heritage...

Puppetry Cultural Festival +4

Scars of War

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69th National Day Parade

Penang Puppet Festival 2026

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