You can now cure your boredom by checking out this fun and some even unique events. Attending all these events are always the perfect time to fill your free time if you’re looking for places to go. We can never have enough interesting events because some of it even helps us gain knowledge about things that we’re not familiar with.
10 Exciting Events To Look Forward Too!
1. Enchanting Mid Autumn Festival 2019
Still looking for places to stock up on mooncakes? Look no further because, at this Enchanting Mid-Autumn Festival, there are 11 vendors that are selling mooncakes and all things that are related to the Mid-Autumn Mooncake Festival.
Moreover, you will have the chance to try out 2 brand new flavors which are Bubble Tea and Cendol flavored mooncake. Let’s not forget about the amazing packaging that is perfect for you to buy it as a gift for your friends and family.
Date: 6 August 2019 – 12 September 2019
Venue: Sunway Carnival Mall
2. Asian Food & Culture Festival 2019
Discover the different cultures and food at this Asian Food & Culture Festival. Additionally, 5 different countries will be highlighted during this festival and it will all happen simultaneously at 5 different locations. Guess what? There will be fun activities and workshops for you and your friends or family to participate in.
Date: 13 September 2019 – 15 September 2019
Venue: Gurney Paragon, Gurney Plaza, 1st Avenue, Queensbay Mall, Sunway Carnival Mall
3. Comic Fiesta Mini Penang 2019
Penang’s exciting Animation, Comic and Games event is back! You can look forward to the bite-sized version of Malaysia’s largest comic and cosplay during this event. Moreover, this event will be featuring anime and comic merchandise, activities, artists, performances and much more!
Date: 14 September 2019 – 15 September 2019
Venue: 1st Avenue Mall
4. I Love George Town Run 2019
Since the mooncake festival is approaching soon and it’s being sold everywhere, why not burn off some calories first before enjoying all the mooncake goodness by joining the I Love George Town Run? It’s definitely the perfect workout and bonding session with your friends and family.
Date: 25 August 2019
Venue: 1st Avenue Mall
5. Merdeka Day @ Esplanade
Celebrate Malaysia’s National Day by at this Merdeka Parade that is organized by the Penang State Government. This will be our 62nd Independence Day! Isn’t crazy? This event is to celebrate those who have fought hard for this country. Moreover, this will be the perfect time to educate the young ones about the history of Malaysia and how we got our independence.
Date: 31 August 2019
Venue: Esplanade, 1, Light St, Georgetown, 10450 George Town, Penang
6. Penang Esports Festival
Penang Esports Festival 2019 (PEF) will be the largest landmark gaming and esports event in Northern Malaysia! If you’re a gamer, this is the perfect event for you. There will be tournaments, exhibitions, guest speakers and so much more that you can look forward to during this event.
Date: 7 September 2019 – 8 September 2019
Venue: Setia SPICE Arena
7. Merdeka Celebration @ Butterworth Art Walk
This event aims to reduce the number of vehicles on the road. Moreover, you will be able to discover local arts and cultures as well while walking around because the Bagan Festival will be celebrating Malaysia’s Independence Day.
Date: 24 August 2019
Venue: Butterworth Art Walk, Lorong Bagan Luar 2, Bagan Luar, 12000 Butterworth, Penang
8. Penang International Indian Shopping Festival
This will the 10th Penang International Indian Shopping Festival. There has been a high demand for this event hence it will be returning soon. If you’re not familiar with this event, you can get products from Mumbai, Jaipur, Gujerat, Andhra Pradesh, Calcutta and many more here.
Date: 29 August 2019 – 2 September 2019
Venue: Setia SPICE Arena
9. The First And Biggest B.Duck Event In Malaysia
The world’s largest B.Duck Inflatable Playland is in Penang! This playland has the largest fan base in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Thailand, South Korea, and other countries. How exciting is it that it is not in Penang for a month? Moreover, there is no age limit so whether you’re here for your kids or for your own fun time you’re all welcome.
Date: 16 August 2019 – 16 September 2019 (Friday – Sunday only)
Venue: Eco Horizon Batu Kawan
10. Penang TOP International Tower Run 2019
Why not participate in a run to the highest point in George Town? Participate in this run with your friends and family because it can be the perfect bonding session as well. We need motivation especially in activities like this so who better to motivate you than your friends and family.
Date: 15 September 2019
Venue: The TOP
Download the app here for iOS or Android to register
Team Foodie is expanding! ?
We are hiring video editors, content editors, and interns for Johor Foodie, KL Foodie, and Penang Foodie. Please drop your resume career@foodie.my!
We would like to invite you to join our New Private Community Group! Here you are free to ask questions, share your love for food, and explore the Penang community! We will also regularly post about casual promos and latest findings.
Click on the button below and hunt good food with us today!
Merdeka Parade in Penang will be held in Butterworth this year.
https://mypenang.gov.my/events/all-events/237/