Evants @ Malaysia 2009



Local Fruits Exhibition
1 August 2009 Until 31 August 2009 
  
Venue:
Monsopiad Cultural Village
Sabah
Phone: 6088-774337
Fax: 6088-761680
Email: info@monsopiad.com

Merdeka Month Celebration
1 August 2009 Until 31 August 2009 
The date marks a commemoration of Malaysia’s 52nd year of Independence, celebrated in a joyous mood by all Malaysians. Highlights include parades, fireworks displays and much more! Join in the merriment!
  
Venue:
ALL
Phone: 603 2612 7600
Fax: 603 2693 5114
Email: info@heritage.gov.my
Website: www.heritage.gov.my
Organiser:
Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture
Fishing Competition (in conjunction with Merdeka Month Celebrations)
9 August 2009 Until 9 August 2009 
This Putrajaya Lake fishing competition with a 'Catch and Release' concept was first introduced in 2001.
  
Venue:
Putrajaya Lake
Putrajaya
Phone: 03-8887 7000
Fax: 03-8887 5001
Website: www.ppj.gov.my
Organiser:
Perbadanan Putrajaya
Shadow vs Alunan Minang (wayang kulit and cak lempong)
15 August 2009 Until 15 August 2009 
Experience a world of different cultural influences at the Malaysian Tourism Centre (MaTIC). Performances start at 8.30pm -10.30pm. Entrance is free.
  
Venue:
MaTIC
Kuala Lumpur
Phone: 603 9235 4848 / 9235 4900
Website: www.mtc.gov.my
Organiser:
MaTIC
Qur’anic Recitation In Ramadhan
15 August 2009 Until 12 September 2009 
The Qur’anic recitation throughout the month of Ramadhan will be led by the Imams from the National Mosque. The recitation of the full Quran should be completed a week before Eid. Open to public.
  
Venue:
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
Phone: +603 2274 2020
Email: info@iamml.org.my
Website: www.iamm.org.my

MTV Asia World Stage
15 August 2009 Until 15 August 2009 
Admission: VIP Passes

Malaysia plays host to MTV's first originally produced MTV world stage event in Mid August. Performances from UK band Kasabian, platinum recording artists All American Rejects, Malaysia's Estranged and many more!
  
Venue:
Sunway Lagoon Surf Beach
Selangor
Phone: 03-2287 2255
Website: www.mtvasia.com/worldstage/

Sandakan Memorial Day
15 August 2009 Until 15 August 2009 
This event honours Australian allied prisoners who lost their lives at the Prisoners of War (POW) camp in Sandakan during World War II. A memorial service will be conducted on the day.
  
Venue:
Sandakan Memorial Park, Sandakan
Sabah
Phone: 6089 224 026
Fax: 6089 274 659 / 272 112 / 213 452
Email: Catherin.Chua@sabah.gov.my
Organiser:
Sandakan Municipal Council
Flowers Festival
15 August 2009 Until 16 August 2009 
  
Venue:
Sabah Agriculture Park
Tenom
Sabah
Phone: 6087-737952, 737558 (Tenom) / 6088-258529 (Kota Kinabalu)
Fax: 6087-737571 (Tenom) / 6088-258529 (Kota Kinabalu)
Email: agripark@sabah.net.my
Organiser:
Sabah Agriculture Park
Colors of Nature 2009
22 August 2009 Until 31 August 2009 
  
Venue:
Borneo Highlands Resort
Sarawak
Organiser:
Borneo Highlands Resort
Ramadan Bazaar
22 August 2009 Until 19 September 2009 
In conjunction with the Muslims’ fasting month of Ramadan, the Ramadan Bazaar is organised throughout the country. This bustling evening bazaar offers sumptuous delicacies for the breaking of fast. The official launch will be held along the popular Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman. Visitors can sample delicious treats and watch the cooking demonstration of ‘bubur lambuk’, a savoury porridge that will be highlighted as Kuala Lumpur’s ‘signature fare’.
  
Venue:
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman
Kuala Lumpur
Phone: 603 2617 6273
Fax: 603 2698 3819
Organiser:
Kuala Lumpur Tourism Action Council / Kuala Lumpur City Hall



Bazaar Ramadhan
22 August 2009 Until 19 September 2009 
The bazaar is organised in conjunction with the month of Ramadhan.
  
Venue:
Farmer's Market Plot, Precint 2,
Putrajaya
Phone: 03-8888 8854
Fax: 03-8888 8580
Website: www.ppj.gov.my
Organiser:
Putrajaya Tourism Action Council & Perbadanan Putrajaya
Pesta Kelapa
11 September 2009 Until 13 September 2009 
  
Venue:
Kudat
Sabah
Phone: 6088-620 401, 620402, 620410
Fax: 6088-611303
Email: Sebastian.Lim@sabah.gov.my
Organiser:
District Office of Kudat
Hari Raya Aidil Fitri
20 September 2009 Until 21 September 2009 
After fasting from dawn to dusk for a month, Hari Raya Aidilfitri is a day that signifies victory for Muslims everywhere. On this special day, Muslims attend special morning prayers in mosques and visit the cemeteries of their loved ones. Decked in their traditional finery, friends and family from near and far come together to celebrate this joyous occasion. There will be lots of tasty delicacies to make the celebration memorable!
  
Venue:
ALL
Phone: 603 2612 7600
Fax: 603 2693 5114
Email: info@heritage.gov.my
Website: www.heritage.gov.my
Organiser:
Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture
Durian Festival
1 October 2009 Until 31 October 2009 
  
Venue:
Ranau
Sabah
Phone: 6088-875253, 238751, 875337 /6019-8828817 / 6013-8771666 / 6019-8101159
Fax: 6088-876 754
Email: Siriman.Basir@sabah.gov.my
Organiser:
Jabatan Pertanian Ranau / District Office of Ranau / Ranau District Tourism Council
Malaysia International Gourmet Festival
1 October 2009 Until 31 October 2009 
The Festival's primary aims from the onset were to increase the size of the local fine dining population for the mutual benefit of the participating restaurants; to create a sustained interest in the local fine dining scene; and, ultimately, to establish Malaysia as an international culinary tourism destination of choice.
  
Venue:
ALL
Website: www.migf.com
Organiser:
AsiaReach Events
28 Jalan Liku Bangsar
Kuala Lumpur
Phone: +603 2282 8028
Fax: +603 2282 3148
Email: suzanna@asiareach.com.my
Penang World Music Festival
2 October 2009 Until 4 October 2009 
Music lovers get to revel with spectacular performances staged by world-renowned artistes and local musicians in a natural setting of lush greenery. The cool evening breeze and the hypnotic ethnic rhythms will make it a night to remember!
  
Venue:
Botanical Gardens
Penang
Phone: 604 - 262 0202
Fax: 604 – 263 1020
Website: www.tourismpenang.gov.my
Organiser:
Penang Tourism Action Council
Bird Race 2009
3 October 2009 Until 4 October 2009 
  
Venue:
Penrissen Range Borneo Highland Resort
Sarawak
Organiser:
Malaysian Nature Society & Borneo Highlands Resorts
1st Borneo Bird Festival 2009
10 October 2009 Until 15 October 2009 
  
Venue:
Rainforest Discovery Centre
Sandakan
Sabah
Phone: 6088-212121
Fax: 6088-212075
Email: noredah@sabahtourism.com
Website: http://www.borneobirdfestival.com
Organiser:
Sabah Tourism Board / Malaysian Nature Society
Borneo International Marathon 2009
11 October 2009 Until 11 October 2009 
This year, the theme of the marathon is “The Beautiful Run”. There are 3 events – 10km, half marathon(21kms) and full marathon(42kms) , for open as well as veteran’s categories
  
Venue:
Kota Kinabalu
Sabah
Phone: (6088) 218833
Fax: (6088) 218833
Email: info@borneomarathon.com
Website: www.borneomarathon.com/home.html
Organiser:
Championship Sports Events Sdn Bhd
Deepavali
17 October 2009 Until 17 October 2009 
Deepavali or the ‘Festival of Lights’ is celebrated by Hindus with prayers, family gatherings and festivities. Open houses are held where family and friends visit each other and enjoy delicious traditional goodies.
  
Venue:
ALL
Phone: 603 2612 7600
Fax: 603 2693 5114
Email: info@heritage.gov.my
Website: www.heritage.gov.my
Organiser:
Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture



Labuan World War II Memorial Day
8 November 2009 Until 8 November 2009 
On this day, visitors from the Commonwealth nations gather in Labuan to pay tribute to the fallen World War II heroes. Dignitaries who will be attending the ceremony include representatives from embassies and high commissions in Malaysia as well as military officials from the Commonwealth countries.
  
Venue:
Labuan
Phone: 6087 408 740 / 741
Fax: 6087 426 582
Email: admin@labuantourism.com.my
Website: www.labuantourism.com.my
Organiser:
Labuan Tourism Action Council
Raja Muda Selangor International Regatta
13 November 2009 Until 21 November 2009 
Racing and cruising yachts from around the region and further afield join this popular and unique sailing event which progresses from Port Klang to Pangkor Island, Penang and Langkawi – a wonderful mixture of sport and tourism. Now in its 20th year!
  
Venue:
Port Klang – Pangkor – Penang – Langkawi
Selangor
Phone: +603 3168 6964
Fax: +603 3168 8650
Email: info@rmsir.com
Website: www.rmsir.com
Organiser:
Royal Selangor Yacht Club
Pesta Jagung
20 November 2009 Until 22 November 2009 
  
Venue:
Kota Marudu
Sabah
Phone: 6088-661321, 232121
Fax: 6088-661419, 265540
Email: zachary@sabahtourism.com
Organiser:
District Office of Kota Marudu / Sri Pelancongan Sabah Sdn. Bhd.
Pesta Kubis (Cabbage Festival)
21 November 2009 Until 21 November 2009 
  
Venue:
Ranau
Sabah
Phone: 6088-875253 / 6013-8771666 / 6019-8411435
Fax: 6088-876754
Email: Siriman.Basir@sabah.gov.my
Organiser:
District Council of Ranau
Hari Raya Aidiladha
27 November 2009 Until 28 November 2009 
Commonly known as Hari Raya Haji, this festival marks the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mekah which is performed by millions of Muslims annually. It is also known as Hari Raya Qurban. Muslims in the country celebrate the festival with prayers and the sacrifice of cattle.
  
Venue:
Throughout Malaysia
ALL
Phone: 603 2612 7600
Fax: 603 2693 5114
Email: info@heritage.gov.my
Website: www.heritage.gov.my
Organiser:
Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture
Malaysia Savings Sale
29 November 2009 Until 31 December 2009 
The Malaysia Savings Sale is back and offers 37 days of fantastic retail therapy, great dining experience and fun-filled entertainment. This sale comes at a perfect time, coinciding with the Christmas and New Year celebrations as well as the Malaysian school holiday season. Visitors can shop and save as most items which range from apparels, accessories, home décor to dining, leisure and holiday packages will be offered at discounted prices.
  
Venue:
Throughout Malaysia
ALL
Phone: 603 2698 1033
Fax: 603 2691 6122
Email: enquiry@malaysiamegasale.com.my
Website: www.mymegasale.com.my
Organiser:
Shopping Malaysia Secretariat
Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA ’09)
1 December 2009 Until 5 December 2009 
This is a high-profile biennial event featuring the latest technologies in the aerospace and maritime sectors. Manufacturers, industry players, senior government officials and key decision makers converge here to make the best of this excellent platform. Visitors can marvel at an impressive showcase of highly advanced technology.
  
Venue:
Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre, Langkawi
Kedah
Phone: 603 4142 1699
Fax: 603 4142 2699
Website: www.lima2009.com.my
Organiser:
HW LIMA Sdn. Bhd.
Monsoon Cup Terengganu
2 December 2009 Until 6 December 2009 
A prestigious sailing competition, the Monsoon Cup Terengganu is dubbed as the ‘Formula One of Sailing’. It is also the 50th event under the Swedish Match Tour leg. Locals and foreign tourists will find a range of interesting programmes held to coincide with the competition, including displays of Terengganu’s splendid arts and heritage.
  
Venue:
Terengganu
Phone: 603 2142 2882
Fax: 603 2142 2822
Website: www.monsooncup.com.my
Organiser:
T-Best Events Sdn. Bhd.
National Canoe Championship
4 December 2009 Until 6 December 2009 
See the best teams around the country compete in this canoe championship for the grand prize!
  
Venue:
Water Sports Complex
Putrajaya
Phone: 03-8887 7000
Fax: 03-8887 5001
Website: www.ppj.gov.my
Organiser:
Perbadanan Putrajaya
Putrajaya Extreme Games Competition 2009
19 December 2009 Until 20 December 2009 
Catch the Extreme Games in action at Putrajaya!
  
Venue:
Taman Cabaran
Putrajaya
Phone: 03-8888 8854
Fax: 03-8888 8580
Website: www.ppj.gov.my
Organiser:
Putrajaya Tourism Action Council & Perbadanan Putrajaya



Christmas
25 December 2009 Until 25 December 2009 
The Christmas spirit is made merrier with Malaysia’s tropical weather and friendly people. Visitors will be spoilt for choice as there are many restaurants, bistros, shopping malls and hotels that offer great promotions planned specially for the occasion. Join in the celebration and have a sunny Christmas in Malaysia!
  
Venue:
Throughout Malaysia
ALL
Phone: 603 2612 7600
Fax: 603 2693 5114
Email: info@heritage.gov.my
Website: www.heritage.gov.my
Organiser:
Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture

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