Malaysians are keeping their hands tight on their gadgets, in case delicious Traveloka travel deals suddenly pop out on their mobile screens, especially now that school holidays are here! What are your plans like? Well if you still haven’t got a plan yet, here are some cool activities happening in June for you to consider when in Malaysia!

One of the best ways to experience a culture different than ours is to be a part of its activities and celebrations!

Malaysia Hari Gawai Open House Celebration

The Gawai Festival which is celebrated by the Dayak community of Malaysia, is typically followed by an Open House that welcomes anyone and everyone. Join the locals this 2 June 2016, where you get to meet and greet them. If you’re lucky, you might get a chance to try some of their traditional costumes!

For more info:

Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Malaysia

Tel: 603 8000 8000

Website: www.motac.gov.my

Terengganu Peranakan Festival

In Terengganu, the terms Awang and Mek are used to refer to the Peranakan community. Join them at this cultural event, on 8 June 2016, at Kampung Cina in Kuala Terengganu.

For more info:

Ministry of Tourism and Culture

Tel: 603 517 1111

Website: www.motac.gov.my

Ramadan Bazaar

Every year Muslims in Malaysia fast for a month prior to the Eid (or Raya as we know it) celebration. From 6 June to 6 July 2016, you’ll never miss scrumptious local dishes, sold at food stalls of all kinds. Make the most of the month and enjoy mouth-watering delicacies, festive cookies and many more.

For more info:

Penang Global Tourism

Tel: 604 264 3456

Website: mypenang.gov.my

Pesta Babulang dan Lumba Kerbau Bisaya

Join the Bisaya community of Sarawak in this upcoming festival, where you can experience the community’s cultural performances and traditional games. There will also be a buffalo race! The event will take place from 6 - 8 June 2016.

For more info:

Limbang District Office

Tel: 6085 202 106

Borneo Cultural Festival June 2016

Happening in Sibu, this festival which mainly promotes Sibu’s local attractions, will open your eyes to the amazing cultures of the Borneo locals and those from other Asian countries. Here you get to enjoy cultural dances, arts, music and games.

For more info:

Sibu Municipal Council

Tel: 6084 333 411 / 6084 333 411

Email: SMC@smc.gov.my

Melaka International Dragon Boat Race

Come over to Malacca this 11 June 2016 and join the locals at the Malacca River, where they’ll be screaming out to the top of their lungs and cheering for racing dragon boats. This thrilling event is where you should be if ‘cheerleading’ with the locals is something you wish to remember when travelling in Malaysia!

For more info:

Melaka Dragon Boat Association

Tel: 606 281 5649

Malaysians love to dance – and it’s even better when you’re dancing too! Find out where the locals are having fun this month!

Sunset Music Fest

Dancing as the sun goes down – isn’t that romantic? From 3 - 4 June 2016, that’s what some of Sabah’s locals will be doing! Join them for a musical journey at Tanjung Simpany Mengayau, Kudat, where they’ll be playing soothing, classical and contemporary tunes.

For more info:

Sabah Tourism Board

Tel: 6088 232 121

Email: zachary@sabahtourism.com

Website: www.sabahtourism.com

KK Jazz Festival

When you are a part of the KK Jazz Festival, you are also a part of its charity efforts! This fundraising event will take place in Kota Kinabalu, from 22 - 23 June 2016. There’s still time for you to get tickets to watch performances from some of the best international and local artistes!

For more info:

SPArKS & Rotary Club Kota Kinabalu

Tel: 6019 853 9922

Email: sparksmalaysia@gmail.com

Website: www.sabahtourism.com

Dikir Barat Perdana

From 18 - 19 June 2016, a group of 10 or 15 men will be performing a chorus, accompanied by traditional Malay instruments, such as Malay gongs and percussions. This is what we call a ‘Dikir Barat’. What’s unique about it is its style and concept – that portrays unity, team spirit, and synchronisation, whilst satirical as well as funny messages are embedded in order to create all kinds of reactions amongst the audience.

For more info:

Cultural Arts Development Division, JKKN

Tel: 603 2614 8200 ext 8222

Email: rosli@jkkn.gov.my

Winning while travelling – how does that sound to you? I’d say “Go for it!” This month the locals are up to some fun activities where you can stand a chance to win exciting prizes too!

Penang Durian Festival

Fancy some durians? If you’re not turned off by its ‘smell’, share the wonders of eating the ‘King of Fruits’ this month in Penang, at the Penang Durian Festival, where both the locals and well-established durian estates get together in celebrating the annual durian season.

For more info:

Penang State Tourism Development

Tel: 604 650 5136

Auto City Carnival June 2016

Don’t miss out the Auto City Carnival from 3 – 5 June 2016 – another exciting event where you can join the locals in winning contests, watch fun shows and many more! Highlights: Modified Car Competition, Miss Auto-City Pageant, Auto-City Party Queen and Colouring Contest.

For more info:

Auto City

Tel: 604 501 1222

Website: autocity.com.my

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