Event Date: 2 to 10 August 2025

Join the fun at Penang’s beloved George Town Festival, where streets come alive with art, music and culture. Perfect for families, creatives and curious travellers. This annual event turns the city into a giant stage of inspiration.

Event Date: 3 Aug 2025

The Georgetown Half Marathon will take place on 3 August 2025 at 1st Avenue, Penang - an iconic running event offering a unique experience through the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage City. Register now via the JomRun app.

Event Date: 31 Jul 2025 - 10 Aug 2025

Experience the world 's biggest book fair up to 95% off at the Big Bad Wolf Book Fair, 31 July to 10 August 2025 at Sunshine Central - free admission!

Event Date: 17 Aug 2025

The Penang Hill Heritage Forest Challenge (PHHFC) is back for the tenth (10th) edition! Participants will have the opportunity to compare and challenge themselves amidst the stunning backdrop of the Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve (PHBR), starting from the Padang Serbaguna, Taman Bandaraya (Youth Park) and ending at the summit area of Penang Hill.

1 to 3 Aug 2025

The 40th Penang Bridge Anniversary Exhibition brings together heritage, innovation, and engineering history to celebrate an iconic structure that has united communities and shaped Penang's development since 1985, held at 1st Avenue Mall, Penang.

31 Aug 2025

Celebrate Malaysia's 68th Independence Day in Penang with a vibrant showcase of culture, unity, and national pride. Enjoy colourful performances, patriotic parades, and festive activities that bring the spirit of Merdeka to life, an unforgettable experience for locals and visitors alike.

13 Sep 2025

The Malaysia Day Celebration at Level 5, Kompleks Bukit Jambul Features a vibrant Kids Costume Contest, celebrating cultural diversity in a fun-filled, family-friendly atmosphere full of creativity, joy and national unity.

16 Sep 2025

Celebrate unity and cultural diversity at the vibrant Malaysia Day Celebration. Enjoy performance, interactive activities, and exciting programmes that reflect the true Malaysian Identity. More than just a celebration, it's a tribute to harmony and pride in our multiracial nation.

27 Sep 2025

Leveraging the foundation from the 1st Oriental Drums Event: The Largest Drumming Lesson in the World with 4,000 drums, the aim is to promote harmony and unity by involving 10,000 drummers playing Malay Drums, Indian Drums, Chinese Drum and Healthy Drums. All virtuous individuals of the world are cordially invited to participate in this grand Event.

20 Oct 2025

Celebrate the beauty of Deepavali, the Festival of Lights that symbilises the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. Experience the rich Indian Culture through vibrant decorations, traditional performances and a warm atmosphere of unity and joy.

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.

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.

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.

17 Aug 2025

The ASEAN Navies' City Parade (ANCP), part of Hari Buletin 4.0, showcases vibrant naval and cultural displays by ASEAN navies at Esplanade, Penang. Featuring marching contingents, band performances, maritime demonstrations and exhibitions, the event fosters regional camaraderie, public engagement and celebrates maritime unity in a festive and patriotic atmosphere.