Kuala Lumpur

Festivals and Annual Events

The Thaipasum festival is a sight to behold. Do not be shocked to find die hard Hindu devotees parading the streets with metal frames hooked to their bodies by skewers as a way of showing their devotion to Hindu deities.

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Festivals and events in Kuala Lumpur

Showing 1–12 of 12 festivals

Plan around 12 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.

Thaipusam

Do not be shocked to find die hard Hindu devotees parading the streets with metal frames hooked to their bodies by skewers as a way of showing their devotion to Hindu deities.

Chinese New Year

For the Chinese, the New Year is the single most important event in the year. It celebrates the first day of the lunar calendar and the celebrations last for 15 days.

City Day

In commemoration of Kuala Lumpur's declaration as a Federal Territory on Feb 1, many colorful festivities occur especially around the Lake Gardens and Lake Titiwangsa.

Megasale Carnival

All bargain lovers will feel as if they have reached bargain heaven when arriving at KL during the Malaysia Megasale Carnival.

Malaysia Water Festival

The Malaysia Water Festival makes a splash in Kuala Lumpur during April and early May when people head over to Lumut, Perak to enjoy many aquatic activities.

National Day

Malaysia's day of independence (August 31) brings Kuala Lumpur to an all out celebration with homes and various venues adorned in bright lights that sparkle with patriotism.

Deepavali "Diwali"

The Diwali festival or “festival of lights" illuminates Kuala Lumpur with spectacular firework renditions in commemoration of the death of Narakasura, an evil god who became addicted to power and mistreated wom

Malaysia Fest

This two-week celebration hosts several shows and demonstrations that exhibit Malaysian culture ranging from performaning arts to handicrafts to food.

Flora Festival & Parade

Kuala Lumpur blossoms in July with ornate exhibitions and flower sales displaying Malaysia's varied and captivating floral life.

Food & Fruit Fiesta Malaysia

The Food & Fruit Malaysia celebration combines an exotic blend of Asian cuisine along with an authentic and lush array of fruits. This savory festival is sure to delight all tummies.

Hari Raya Aidil Fitri

The Hari Raya Aidil Fitri, the most important festival of the Muslims marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Therefore, celebratory well-wishes along with an abundance of food is expected.