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Trevor Noah Asia Tour 2026

Nov 9, 2026 Kuala Lumpur

Upcoming

Global comedy star Trevor Noah is set to make his Malaysian debut with stand-up performances on November 9 and 10, 2026, at the Idea LIVE Arena in Kuala Lumpur. These shows are...

Stand Up Comedy Comedy +3

Magic and Metal: Spirit, Power and Art exhibition

Jun 1 - Dec 31, 2026 Taiping

Ongoing

Magic and Metal: Spirit, Power and Art is an exhibition at the Perak Museum in Taiping running from June 1 to December 31, 2026. It presents 140 metal heritage objects that explore...

Heritage Exhibition Metalwork +4

Kuching Light and Flower Festival (KLFF) 2026

Aug 26 - Sep 27, 2026 Kuching

Ongoing

The Kuching Light and Flower Festival (KLFF) 2026 is the third edition of this community event held at the Sarawak Botanical Garden. Running from late August through September, the festival transforms the...

Light Festival Floral Exhibition +6

Kuching Intercultural Mooncake Festival 2026

Sep 15-26, 2026 Kuching

Ongoing

The Kuching Intercultural Mooncake Festival (KIMF) 2026 is an annual 12-day cultural event taking place from September 15 to 26 in Kuching, Malaysia. Held along Carpenter Street and Ewe Hai Street in...

Cultural Festival Mooncake Festival +6

Under Sarawak Skies

Sep 16 - Nov 8, 2026 Kuching

Ongoing

Under Sarawak Skies is an art exhibition held at Hoan Gallery, La Promenade Mall in Kuching. Running from September 16 to November 8, it celebrates Malaysia Day by showcasing over 100 artworks...

Art Exhibition +3

Sarawak Literature Festival 2026

Sep 23-27, 2026 Miri

Starts today

The Sarawak Literature Festival 2026 is scheduled to take place in Miri from September 23 to 27. This event aims to highlight Sarawak's diverse stories, languages, traditions, and indigenous knowledge, fostering connections...

Literature Festival +8

Kelantan Flora Festival 2026

Sep 24-27, 2026 Kota Bharu

Upcoming

The Kelantan Flora Festival 2026 is a four-day event in Kota Bharu, Malaysia, featuring the "Laman Fantasi" (Fantasy Garden) landscape exhibition. This exhibition highlights creative landscape designs from various local authorities.

Flora Festival +4

Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026

Oct 2-4, 2026 Sepang

Upcoming

The Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026 is scheduled to take place at the Sepang International Circuit from October 2 to 4. As the 16th round of the...

Motorsport Formula 1 +4

Jaclyn Victor - Gemilang Bersama MPO

Oct 17, 2026 Kuala Lumpur

Upcoming

Powerhouse vocalist Jaclyn Victor performs her first solo concert with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) at Dewan Filharmonik Petronas on October 17, 2026. The 90-minute showcase features a diverse repertoire ranging from...

Concert Orchestra +4

Tiger Roar Asian Music Festival

Oct 31, 2026 Seri Kembangan

Upcoming

The Tiger Roar Asian Music Festival is a one-day concert event scheduled for October 31, 2026, at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre. Acting as the finale for a regional brand...

Music festival Asian Music +7

Batu Lintang International Islamic Arts Festival (BLIIAF) 2026

Nov 20-23, 2026 Kuching

Upcoming

Batu Lintang International Islamic Arts Festival (BLIIAF) 2026 is a festival in Kuching focused on Islamic arts, cultural exchange, and education. It is planned for Nov 20–23, 2026, with activities at IPG...

Islamic Arts Arts Festival +8

Borneo Jazz Festival 2026

Dec 4-5, 2026 Miri

Upcoming

The 20th edition of the Borneo Jazz Festival returns to Miri on December 4 and 5, 2026, featuring international music acts, a community fun run, and a cultural village. Under the theme...

Music festival Jazz +6

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