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Pameran Aqua Marine - Penang's Blue Haven: Life Beneath the Surface

13 Sep to 15 Nov 2025

The Aqua Marine - Penang's Blue Haven: Life Beneath the Surface exhibition at the Penang State Art Gallery invites visitors to discover the beauty and diversity of marine life, unveiling the wonders beneath the ocean while promoting awareness on the importance of marine conservation, with free admission and open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm except on Fridays and public holidays at Level 3, Dewan Sri Pinang.

Penang International Food Festival @ Tanjong

01 Nov to 16 Nov 2025

The Penang International Food Festival (PIFF) 2025 @ Tanjong takes place from 1 to 16 November 2025, celebrating Penang's rich food culture across various locations including Sia Boey, Armenian Park, Hin Bus Depot, Swettenham Pier, and Beach Street. Enjoy local and international flavours, live entertainment, and festive activities throughout the event.

Kita Orang Art Exhibition 2025: Blue & White 400 in Penang

02 Nov 2025 to 20 Nov 2025

The Kita Orang Art Exhibition 2025: Blue & White 400 in Penang will be held at Level 1 Multipurpose Hall, The Whiteaways Arcade, Penang. Experiance international artworks themed "Blue & White". Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11 AM to 6 PM ( closed on Monday ).

Miss Aki Matsuri 2025 Contest

16 Nov 2025

The Miss Aki Matsuri 2025 Contest will take place at Level 1, Main atrium, Sunshine Central, Penang. Celebrate the beauty of Japanese culture as contestants showcase elegance and charm in this exciting cultural pageant. The event runs from 10 AM to 10 PM.

Butterworth Fringe Festival 2025

22 to 23 Nov 2025

The Butterworth Fringe Festival 2025 will be held from 5pm to 11 pm at Dataran Pemuda Merdeka, Butterworth. This lively festival will feature exciting performances, creative art showcases, and cultural activities that highlight the vibrant artistic spirit of Penang.

George Town Literary Festival 2025

28 to 30 Nov 2025

George Town Literary Festival (GTLF) is Malaysia's longest international literary festival, held annually in the UNESCO World Heritage site of George Town, Penang. GTLF is one of the best-recognised platforms for free speech in Malaysia with a specific focus on world literature. The festival believes in the power of expression and is committed to being one of the most urgent, viral and provocative literary festivals in the region. Each year, selected local and international writers, poets and performers engage in topics and themes that are crucial to the present state of the world.

Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta

28 to 30 Nov 2025

The Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta 2025 will be held at Straits Quay Marina, bring together local and international team for a thrilling three-day showcase of sportsmanship, speed and cultural unity through the dynamic sport of dragon boat racing.

Penang State Christmas Celebration

6 Dec 2025

The Penang State Christmas Celebration 2025 will be held at St. George's Church, Penang. Join this joyous celebration themed "United: Faith , Hope & Love" featuring festive performances and community gatherings. The event runs from 3 PM to 10 PM

Penang Bridge International Marathon

14 Dec 2025

The Penang Bridge International Marathon 2025 will be held at Aspen Vision City, Batu Kawan, uniting thousands of runners from around the world in Malaysia's most iconic long-distance race across the majestic Penang Bridge.

Penang Chingay Parade 2025

20 Dec 2025

The Penang Chingay Parade 2025, showcases a vibrant display of culture and colour in George Town. Enjoy exciting lion and dragon dance performances, lively school bands, and impressive flag-balancing acts. The parade will start from Padang Brown and end at Padang Kota Lama, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.