March-May April/May April & November 20th-22nd 16th 17th-18th

KEJOHANAN BOLA SEPAK Majlis Daerah Maradong dan Julau PESTA BENYU & UGHANG 1 SINGAI DIRT BIKE PESTA KAPI T MIRI RAFT RACE KARNIVAL KOMUNITI SEBUYAU
PIALA MDMJ 084-693232 084-693973 Esplanade Bintulu
GATHERING & FUNRACE
Kapit Town Square Miri Waterfront - Pengkalan Lutong Jetty Pekan Sebuyau
Padang Kompleks Sukan Bintangor Held in May every year, this annual event promises Majlis Bandaraya Miri Pejabat Daerah Kecil Sebuyau
An event that aims to promote local 1Singai Tondong, Bau
plenty of excitement, with activities like powerboat race, & Lembaga Sungai-Sungai Sarawak 083-467121 083-467213
products based on coconut and
A friendly motorcross competition held mini regatta, raft safari, Kapit Iron Man, beauty pageant, 085-433501 085-415486
shrimp which is significant to the local
4th communities in Bintulu. at Tondong Motorcross Circuit for all weaving and beading competition and many others.
GRAND OPENING OF motorcross lovers.
Kapit District Council 22nd-23rd
BORNEO CULTURES MUSEUM Pejabat Daerah Bintulu
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Bau District Office
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17 -19
th th Celebrating 25 years of Sarawak’s iconic festival, SERIAN RAFTING CHALLENGE FESTIVAL
Borneo Cultures Museum, Kuching the Rainforest World music Festival will be held in Kampung Tema Mawang, Tebedu & Pekan Tebakang
RAINFOREST WORLD
June
Museum offers visitors window into the history, a hybrid concept in 2022 - hoping to feature more
culture and way of life of people in a place. Museum 1st-2nd 2nd MUSIC FEST IVAL traditional music to world fusion and ocntemporary
music from all around the globe.
An annual held event since 2011 comprises of two main events;
A 25KM race on rafting along Batang Kayan and Batang Sadong
also is a place where one clears their concerns and
questions about one’s customs and way of life in PESTA IKAN TERUBOK Kuching Ultra Virtual River and a local traditionally-dressed pageant comeptition
TBC Sarawak Tourism Board called Ratu Bilanting.Other activities also will be held such as
that geographical location and it give a glimpse
into the lives of our ancestors, and serves as civic
Pekan Warisan, Sadong Jaya
GAWAI NYOBANG PESTA GAAK DANU 082-423600 082-416700 singing competition, traditional games and local produce sales.
spaces that helps current generation address
An event that aims to promote the
uniqeness of the local produce to the
This running event consists of 30KM,
50KM, 70KM, and 100KM category BARUK GUMBANG Kampung Danu, Padawan
Serian District Council
present societal issues from lessons of the past. respectively. Get ready for a ‘meowderful’ Kampung Gumbang, Bau The festival will showcase some cultural 082-874154 082-874799
For further information, contact: visitors.
adventure in Cat City capital of Sarawak. performances, water sports races,
18 th
24 -26 th th
Ministry of Tourism, Creative Gawai Celebration celebrated at Kampung
Industry and Performing Arts
Sarawak Museum Department
082-548210 082-548281 Pejabat Daerah Asajaya Grit Event Management Gumbang. It is located in one of the oldest Gawai Sta’pian Fest, karaoke singing LAN BERAMBEH SAMARAHAN PESTA SEMATAN
Sarawak 082-829007 082-829008 016-878 2809 Baruk in Bau with traditional designs and contest and Gaak Danu Extreme Run. Tasik Desa Ilmu Pasar Sematan 23rd 23rd-24th
Level 16, Right Wing,
Bangunan Baitulmakmur II, Medan Raya,
cultural performance by the locals.
Pejabat Daerah Kecil Padawan Visitors will have the chance to experience Pesta Sematan is an annual event held PESTA NUKENEN PESTA FAIRY CAVE BAU
Petra Jaya, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak 5th JKKK Kampung Gumbang & AJK Kampung Danu the beauty of the Desa Ilmu Lake while for three days and packed with variety of Rurum Kelabit Fairy Cave, Bau
Aim to make Miri as the top spot for sports tourism
General Line: +6 082 442226 or MIRI SURFCAST ING which can help to boost the domestic tourism industry.
8 -10
th th
9 -16
th th
013-8252418 013-8286887 having fun. Activities such as trade fair, events including beach sports, triathlon,
One of the most unique ethnic food To promote local cultures and the surrounding
log on to mtcp.sarawak.gov.my
CHALLENGE Majlis Bandaraya Miri & MASA Global Solution SAFARI RAKIT BALEH KAPIT MIRI CRUISE local cuisine and performances will be
shown throughout the event. The main
exhibitions, local food exhibitions and
bazaar. Local tradition of the Salako’s are
festivals in Malaysia, the Bario Food and nature of the area, giving visitors the chance
Marina Bay, Miri 085-433501 085-415486 Rh. Johnny Nyengat, Sg. Sut &
SUNSET VIEWING GAWAI CARNIVAL PESTA MEDAMI T event will be fishing competition that will also exhibited in particular event during
Cultural Festival. to take part in adventurous activities.

January
Rh. Rantai, Baleh Kapit
Marina Bay, Miri
Held on first week of April every year, A four hours cruise ride will definitely
REDEEMS Dewan Masyarakat, Pekan Medamit take place during the event. the cultural performances. Pejabat Residen Miri & Majlis Bandaraya Miri
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Bau District Office
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6 th
this annual event is held along the offers a fantastic view of Miri City from Redeems Centre, Bau A festival celebrated by the Iban Pejabat Daerah Samarahan, Majlis Perbandaran Jawatankuasa Pengelola Pesta Sematan

24th-30th
SIBU TOWER RUN Rejang River. the sea shore and also the stunning view To promote and reflect genuine traditional community in the area in conjunction with
the Gawai Celebration. Various activities
Kota Samarahan & AADK Samarahan
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& Pejabat Daerah Lundu
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Wisma Sanyan, Sibu Pejabat Residen Bahagian Kapit of the sun set while cruising along the festival culture and sports of the natives
23rd-24th
MIRI CHINESE NEW A chance to explore Wisma Sanyan - The tallest building in
084-796230 084-796932 local villages and the Miri Waterfront. of Borneo and Malaysia particularly the
Bidayuh tribe.
will be held during this festive season
including traditional performances, sports BINTULU 21KM RUN
YEAR BAZAAR Sarawak! Sibu Tower Run is specially for sport enthusiasts
to take on physical and mental challenges simultaneously!
Majlis Bandaraya Miri
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and food and handicraft trades. 24th-26th Bintulu Town
Association of Research and
Miri High Street to Miri Times Square
Sibu Municipal Council
Development Movement of Singai SADIA Limbang BORNEO JAZZ FEST IVAL Bintulu 21KM Run is a unique half marathon
An annual event held a week before the 082-460780 085-202105 085-211005 Virtual run. Its offer the spectacular view or beach along
celebration of Chinese New Year along 084-333411 084-320240 17 th An Open House which all visitors are welcome
Tanjung Kidurong and Bintulu town. While running,
the Miri High Street to Miri Times Square. to celebrate Easter regardless of their religion A festival known to the jazz enthusiasts in
KAMPUNG MEREMBEH or race. Food, gifts and performances are done Sarawak and even around the world, the the runners will experience the sunrise along the
Miri Chinese Chamber of Commerce 24 th Annually on the evening of 22 day of the second lunar month,
nd

Hong San Si Temple, which existed since 1848, organises the

EASTER OPEN HOUSE during the Open House. IRAU ACO LUN BAWANG Borneo Jazz Festival will be held in hybrid beach and the beautiful scenery along the route.
& Majlis Bandaraya Miri
085-433501 085-415486 BIRTHDAY OF largest procession in Kuching, with over 100 contingents of Kampung Merembeh, Bau JKKK Kampung Merembeh
Lawas Town concept in 2022 featuring jazz music
ranging from classic to contemporary.
Bintulu Development Authority
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SENG ONG KONG floats, cultural dance groups, lion and dragon dance troupes. 014-3337939 This festival is the largest gathering of the Lun
Sarawak Tourism Board
Wayang Street, Kuching Bawang community at any one place in Sarawak. It
Kuching Hokkien Association 082-423600 082-416700

February
is traditionally a celebration of the rice harvest but
23rd-31st 24th-29th
May
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now it showcases a variety of Lun Bawang culture
in Lawas; the northern most town of Sarawak. PESTA LIMAU BINTANGOR PESTA LADA JULAU
BEACH FEST IVAL Bungai Beach Festival aims to promote Bungai Beach as
a must visit tourism spot and to boost up socio-economy
26th-27th
BINTULU MOUNTAIN 1st-31st
Persatuan Lun Bawang Sarawak
085-283105
July Bazaar Bintangor

To promote the local cultures and

Julau Town

It is the most awaited event in Julau. It consists

Bekenu of local community.
BIKE CHALLENGE PRA GAWAI MIRI MAY FEST traditions through local arts and many activities such as sales and exhibition,
Subis District Council MTB Track Bintulu Kingwood Resort, Mukah Various location in Miri LAWAS BIKE WEEK contemporary activities, local produce
and cuisine and sports activities.
entertainment and cultural performance,
beauty pageant contest and many others.
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Bintulu Mountain Bike Challenge aims at promoting A nightly celebration filled with traditional An annual event held every May with MAKAN TAHUN PERDANA SUBIS PESTA MATU Hotel Seri Malaysia Compound

performances by the local community collaborations between Governments agencies Lambir Pekan Matu Lawas Bike Week is aimed at promoting the district of Meradong District Office Julau District Office
Bintulu as a tourist destination to build the tourism
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1 -6
st th image of Sarawak through the participation of which is held every year.
“Makan Tahun” is an event celebrated by A local festival organized in the unity and cooperation of countries across Borneo Island.
other states as well as neighbouring countries.
PESTA BUBOk Majlis Bandaraya Miri & Persatuan Nelayan Miri Apart from that, this challenge aims at producing
Sarawak Dayak National Union
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Majlis Bandaraya Miri
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Kedayan Tribe in Subis district. The event is
celebrated annually as a symbol of thanks
Matu Town where activities such as
exhibitions, local games and cultural Lawas Legasi Resource
27th 27th-30th
Pasar Nelayan Pantai Batu 1, Kuala Baram 085-433501 085-415486 potential local cycling champions who can 019-6933007
performances will be in display.
compete with the neighbouring states and
giving to God for a good harvest and to
promote unity among local community. ST JOHN CHURCH PESTA SELANGAU
15th
countries, instilling the motivation for the locals to
be a community who is alert and active. Subis District Office & Subis District Council
Pejabat Daerah Matu
084-832232 084-832239
FEAST DAY Selangau Town

The most important badminton event in Malaysia St. John Church, Kuching Known as “Cowboy Town” due to its strategic location
CHAP GOH MEI PARADE BAU Bintulu Development Authority
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under the HSBC BWF World Tour Series. All the once the completion of Trans Borneo Highway in the
Bau Town & Siniawan Town world top players will be playing to gain vital Celebrating the anniversary of the St. 1960s. Pesta Selangau was initiated by Sibu Rural
John Church Singai for 135 years. District Council in year 2012 to promote water sports,
This event is to commemorate the last day of 3rd-5th World Tour points to qualify for the Grand Final in
cultural performances and local sports to the visitors.
Guangzhou at the end of the year.
Chinese New Year Festival. A colourful parade 28th Community event comprises of collaboration Pesta Babulang & Lumba Kerbau Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM)
St. John Church Committee
013-8626109 Sibu Rural District Council
and displays of Chinese cultures and heritage between government agencies and local folks
will be held throughout the day and night. ARAM EMPURU BA SUNGAI RIAN held at untapped tourist attraction location.
Kampung Batu Danau, Limbang
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Sungai Rian, Kampung Kepayang, Simunjan Pesta Babulang is a festival significant to the Bisaya Stadium Perpaduan, Kuching
JKKK Pasar Bau & JKKK Pasar Siniawan Pejabat Daerah Simunjan
community in Batu Danu, Limbang. The highlight of
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the festival is the buffalo race involving teams from
1st This festival aims to showcase the Bidayuh Limbang, Sabah and Brunei trying to outrace each 2nd-4th
19th-20th A sport that has a similarity to badminton and
30 -31th st The establishment of Miri Astronomical Centre or Pusat Falak Miri,
BUNG BRATAK DAY
traditional culture, dance and music to the visitors.
In addition to cultural performances, there will be a
other, riding on bare buffalo back. Another highlight
of the festival is “Ratu Babulang” that draws many BENGOH CULTURE CARNIVAL MIRI INTERNAT IONAL
tennis, this unique sports has the potential to attract AL-FALAK the first ever Islamic astronomical centre in Sarawak, will enable the
Bisaya lasses to vie for this annual beauty crown. Bengoh Resettlement Scheme GOLF TOURNAMENT
Miri Open Pickleball participations from local and international visitors. EXHIBI T ION
State to intensify studies and research on the field of astronomy. Kampung Tembawang Sauh, Bau “Dayung Sangon” parade, where traditionally garbed
ladies within the community join the procession. Pejabat Daerah Kecil Padawan Eastwood Golf Club, Miri
Championship Majlis Bandaraya Miri Pusat Falak, Miri
Majlis Bandaraya Miri & Jabatan Agama Islam
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Sarawak Bisaya Association
019-8955853 & AJK Bengoh Culture Festival Majlis Bandaraya Miri & Miri Golf Club
Pickleball Courts, Lutong 085-433501 085-415486 013-8286887 085-415486
082-763211 082-763530 085-433501

24 -26 th th Extravaganza rich in culture and fascinating

attractions, the aim of Citrawarna Keluarga Malaysia
April Here is your opportunity to come out
4th
SERIAN ECO RUN
11th
CANADA HILL TRAIL 14 -23
th rd
27th July -30th August
KUCHING FEST IVAL
CI TRAWARNA is to showcases the country’s kaleidoscope of arts,
and tear up an obstacle course meant Kampung Daha Kisau, Tebedu ECO CHALLENGE BORNEO CULTURAL FEST IVAL Kuching South City Council and it’s vicinity

KELUARGA MALAYSIA culture and traditions to all visitors and spectators. MAJLIS MELANGGAR This event aims to represent Subis in term of
traditional food, cultural and also ethnicity in Subis.
to stop you from reaching the End Zone.
The Kuching City Warrior Challenge is a The 1 annual marathon event organised
st
Canada Hill, Miri
Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang, Sibu Kuching Festival is an annual event organized by Kuching South City Council to
Kuching Waterfront
& Padang Merdeka
Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MoTAC) MEJA Subis District Council
5KM run with designed obstacle laden by Serian District Council. The marathon
The event aims to gather the local
Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) is an annual commemorate Kuching being elevated as city status on 1st August 1988 and it is held to
boost local tourism and food industry. Ample activities are lined up for the whole month to
082-235033 082-234010 course and commando training exercise to is open for local and international cultural event organized by Sibu Municipal
Bekenu attarct local and tourist alike, wiht the food fair being the most anticipated event besides
085-719018 085-719527 challenge your inner strength, mental and participants. The marathon also community along the area. Various sports Council. The richness of culture heritage of
physical toughness. Our mission is to find showcasing the vibrant culture of the and cultural perfomances will be shown Borneo Island comprising multiracial beliefs the trade fair, nightly entertainment, garden show, Kuching Zumba Fiesta, Kuching Got
26th-27th The event is aim to attract the local and 15th that super person to be crowned as the Bidayuh people at Tebedu. throughtout the event. and practices hence enhancing the uniqueness Talent, International Friendship Cities Night and many more.

INTERNAT IONAL 8 BALLS

international billiard and snooker players
especially the youth to compete and win prizes.
PESTA BEDUDUN & This festival offers a look at the life of Limbang’s Malay
community. A buffalo race is the highlight, and is a local
KUCHING CI TY Kuching City Warrior.
Serian District Council Majlis Bandaraya Miri & Petronas
of Sarawak. The main objective of the event Kuching South City Council (MBKS)

SNOOKER COMPET I T ION LUMBA KERBAU tradition reflecting the background of Limbang’s agriculture, WARRIOR CHALLENGE Shockers Tribe 082-874154 082-874799 085-433501 085-415486
is to promote “Beauty in Ethnic Diversity”
showcasing diverse and multi cultures of
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Majlis Bandaraya Miri which is now a tourist attraction. Also expect cultural TBC 082-231466
Saberkas, Miri Padang SK Telahak, Borneo to the world.
085-433501 085-415486 activities, traditional cooking show and sports events.

August
Limbang
Persatuan Melayu Limbang
11th-12th 11th-12th Sibu Municipal Council
15th BORNEO HIGHLAND ULTRA RACE SPARTAN RACE SARAWAK
084-333411 084-320240

March
Picture yourself on a bamboo raft with family or friends
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cruising down a crystal clear river and surrounded by
PADAWAN RAFT beautiful scenery of mother nature along the way. That is Borneo Highland Resort Leadership Institute Semenggok

SAFARI what the Padawan Raft Safari 2022 is all about. Witnessing Located on at approximately 1,000 Named as the best obstacle course Tanjung Manis This event is held to promote Tanjung Manis as an

PESTA DARO SUBIS CYCLING CHALLENGE KAUL SERAHANG KAKAN PESTA KAUL OYA Kpg Annah Rais, Kpg
the huge outcrop of rocks at various stretches of the river meters above sea level on the Penrissen race with over 200 races held in 42 16th Fishing Safari
eco-tourism destination especially the fishing site.

Bandar Baru Daro Batu Niah

To promote Daro as a potential agriculture
and fishing venue to visitors and to boost
the socio-economy of the locals during the
festival. The event also helps to promote local
cuisine, especially by the Melanau community.
Pejabat Daerah Daro
084-823097 084-823528
PESTA BERAS ADAN
Kampung Buduk Nur, Ba’Kelalan
Often celebrated after the end of harvest
Subis Cycling Challenge is an annual event
co-organized by Subis District Council and
Persatuan Berbasikal Bahagian Miri. This event
aims to promote Subis District as a sport tourism
destination in northern Sarawak.
Subis District Council & Persatuan Berbasikal Miri
085-719018 085-719527
HARI TANJUNG MANIS
Bandar Baru Tanjung Manis
Organized in conjunction with the official
Tugek Kala Dana, Mukah Tugik Kuala Oya Temuran, Kpg Danu, is a marvel to see; a chance to get close to nature, enjoy its
natural wealth and possibly win attractive prizes too!
Range, Borneo Highland has one of the countries worldwide, the Spartan Race BUNG JAGOI DAY Bandar Baru Tanjung Manis
Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation
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Kpg Git most beautiful scenery in Padawan area is making a comeback to Kuching, Bung Jagoi, Bau
A ritual ceremony held just before the A festival celebrated by the local community in
Padawan Municipal Council with beautiful mountains and clear rivers. Sarawak once again. The race aims to
Kaul Festival takes place followed by the Oya District.
082-615566 082-611832 The objectives are to introduce Kuching, bring in well-known and challenging Located on a saddle of the 1,600- Pejabat Daerah Kecil Padawan
some cultural performances and others.
Pejabat Daerah Kecil Oya & Jawatankuasa Kaul Oya Sarawak as an international venue for obstacle course race of international foot Mount Jagoi, the village is a SEMADANG TAGANG FEST IVAL & AJK Kampung Semadang
JKKK Tetap Kaul Kakan 084-865218 084-865317 ultra running, promote local economy by standard to Sarawak, making Sarawak melting pot of cultures for the Jagoi Kampung Semadang, Padawan 013-8286887
the preferred and premium destination
20th Miri has acquired its city status on 20th May 2005. Miri supporting the local homestay as well
as the local products and to showcase for endurance sports.
dialectal group. Bung Jagoi and its
old settlement would certainly be
3rd week of April MIRI CI TY DAY City Council has organized various kinds of programme
to commemorate Miri City Day. Sarawak unique geography as a
Kuching Fitness Association
worth considering for formal listing as FIESTA SUBIS Fiesta Subis is the main event organized by Subis District. This
event aims to celebrate the Subis Day 2022 and to encourage
Pesta Kaul Mukah CELEBRAT ION Majlis Bandaraya Miri
destinantion for ultra running.
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Sarawak natural and historical sites. Bekenu the community participation on the tourism programmes, social
Tapak Pesta Kaul, Kuala Dana Mukah Marina Central Park, Miri 085-433501 085-415486 Padawan Municipal Council Jagoi Area Development Committee development among local community and so on.
Kaul is a traditional festival celebrated by the melanau
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Subis District Council
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community living along the coast area in Sarawak. The festival
is a ritual of purification and thanks giving as well as one of 20 th
20 -22
th nd

season, folks from the area especially the propitiation for good fortune. Today, it is more of keeping SAYEMBARA DEKLAMASI MIRI INTERNAT IONAL 17 -18th th The event aims to gather the local
16th-17th
date of establishment of Tanjung Manis. community along the area. Various 5th-7th
Ba’Kelalan will gather and bring their finest a heritage alive. its marks the beginning of the Melanau’s
PUISI BANDARAYA MIRI E-SPORTS FEST IVAL DAN SUKAN ASAJAYA XCM: BINTULU MTB CROSS
A jointly organized event with Malaysia The traditional yearly feast by the Kedayan
produce of their crops or handicraft for Sarawak Timber Industry calendar which begins at the end of the northeast monsoon.
sports and cultural perfomances will be MTB Bureau and the Sarawak Cycling
MAKAN TAHUN PERDANA community which normally takes place after the end
trading at the local market place. Development Corporation
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Kaul takes place in third week of the month of April every year. Miri City Hall Miri City Hall
Kompleks Sukan Asajaya shown throughtout the event.
COUNTRY MARATHON - Association.
Kampung Sayung
of every harvest season and act as a thanks giving.

Penghulu Yudan Meru Pejabat Residen Mukah Majlis Bandaraya Miri Majlis Bandaraya Miri Pejabat Daerah Asajaya
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NAT IONAL CHAMPIONSHIP DNA Sports Persatuan Kedayan Limbang
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 5th-8th 10th Kites’ enthusiasts will always bring something 7th-9th
PESTA DABAI SONG MIRI LANTERN & FLOAT PROCESSION Majlis Bandaraya Miri
new to show to their fellow kite lovers and fly
SINIAWAN HERI TAGE KEJOHANAN TARIK TALI
Song Town Marina Beach, Miri 085-433501 085-415486 these magnificent art pieces at the centre of
the booming town. There will be amateurs FIESTA ANTARABANGSA TERBUKA LIMBANG
and professionals joining in the fun and most Kompleks Sukan Bahagian Limbang
Siniawan Old Town
Among the activities slotted for the festival of them will birng along their entire families
are the Dabai exhibition, cultural and To celebrate the cultural heritage of the For over a decade, visitors can catch the
too. On the ground, you can also learn about
various performances, cooking contest 17th making these kites, especially something as small town. During the fiesta, the place excitement and the fun brought by the tug of war
A cycling event which offers both fun ride and also
and sporting events of many kinds. LE TOUR DE SEBAUH sprint race category to the participants. big as the Malaysian “Wau”, which is a work is filled with singing competitions, both
traditional and modern music and other
participants who will compete in order to be crown
as champion during this annually organized event.
Kapit District Council Sebauh Town of art. Cultural performers will also be around
Pejabat Daerah Sebauh & DNA Sport to showcase their dancing skills and costumes performances as well.
Persatuan Tarik Tali Limbang
084-796266 084-796323 086-422118 086-422366 28th Sep-2nd Oct during the festivals, as this is a good opportunity Bau District Office 085-212577
085-211288 2nd-4th SIRCC is organised by Serian District Council in
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TH to showcase Malaysian multi-cultural diversity. 082-763211 082-763530 cooperation with Kuching Remote Control Boat
KI TE FEST IVAL Bintulu Development Authority
SERIAN INTERNAT IONAL Association, Borneo Scale Crawler and Petra RC
17th -18th Padeq means “shrimp” in the local dialect and the event is REMOTE CONTROL Flying Club. Besides Sarawakian, the participants
PESTA SUKAN AIR SEBAUH
Pejabat Daerah Sebauh
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Bintulu Old Airport 086-332277 086-330099
PESTA PADEQ celebrated where locals or tourist could experience the excitement
CARNIVAL also comprise those from Kuala Lumpur and
Sebauh Town
8th-9th Simfoni Batang Rajang provides avenue for showcasing Sape Balingian Waterfront of catching the fresh water prawn along the river of Balingian. Sabah, as well as team from Brunei, Indonesia,
musical performances, tattoo demonstration, traditional food Taman Danu, Serian
30 Sep-2 Oct
th nd The event will feature 4 x 4 off road SIMFONI BATANG fair, homestay experience and river tour. The surrounding Pejabat Daerah Kecil Balingian & Persatuan Generasi Melanau Balingian
Thailand, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates.
the event aim is to promote the sports as a
BUKI T MABONG EXPEDI T ION
convoy through the deep jungle of Bukit
Mabong and its surrounding areas.
RAJANG area will definitely bring you back into time tunnel and recall 019-8158148 086-484123 culture of the state as well as create a harmonious
all exciting moments during the old days. An event adjacent atmosphere and getting youths to cooperate.
Bukit Mabong, Tunoh Robert’s Wooden House
Pejabat Daerah Bukit Mabong to the longest Rajang Riverine that not to be missed!
Serian District Council
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Sibu Rural District Council 5th 082-874154 082-874799
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MINI REGAT TA MONSOON OYA INTERNAT IONAL

14 th
October 12th-14th 16th
Oya Square
Pejabat Daerah Kecil Oya &
GO-KART CHALLENGE
Go Kart Senadin 4th Sarikei Unity Run 5.0 is the 5th edition of road
race competition organized by Sarikei District
Kuching Marathon (KM) is an annual event
THE 4TH ASIA PACIFIC SAMARAHAN BRIDGE
Jawatankuasa Kaul Oya
Majlis Bandaraya Miri & SARIKEI UNI TY RUN 5.0
KUCHING MARATHON which brings runners from all over the world to
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Jabatan Belia dan Sukan Sarawak Sarikei Civic Centre
Office in conjunction with the Pineapple and

Padang Merdeka, Kuching
the beautiful city of Kuching. This is a road race TUSAN FEST IVAL Tusan Festival 2022 is the main event organized by Subis
District. This event aims to promote Tusan Beach area to CONFERENCE ON PERFORMANCE HALF MARATHON 085-433501 085-415486
Fruits Festivals. This is a platform to engage
fitness within the community. Enjoy the run with
competition which consists of full marathon of
42KM and a half marahon of 21KM. There are also
Tusan Beach the public as well as international tourist. ANALYSIS OF SPORTS The Summer Mall, Kota Samarahan award winning finisher medals.
TBC
the 10KM category. Subis District Council A race comprises of a half marathon, 12th-13th Deka Fit is for everybody and all levels looking to improve their Sarikei District Office

Kuching Marathon Association

21st -25th Organized by Sibu Tourism Task Group with technical
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Asia-Pacific Conference on Performance 10KM and a 5KM fun run which is open
to all.
DEKA FI T BY fitness, build connections and enhance their daily performance.
Deka Fit will help strengthen Sarawak’s fast growing reputation
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SIBU INTERNAT IONAL

support by the Malaysia Base Jump Association, thie
Analysis of Sport, or APCPAS, is going
into its fourth edition this year. SPARTAN in the endurance sports community as one of the premier
event will have participants base jumping off the
PESTA BESAUG Pejabat Daerah Dalat & JKKK Gabungan Daerah Dalat Pejabat Residen Samarahan & Pejabat Kuching Waterfront sports tourism destination. 10th
20th-28th 26th-28th BASE JUMP & CARNIVAL second tallest building in Sarawak - Wisma Sanyan.
Dalat Waterfront
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Sarawak Obstacle Course Racing Association MIRI CI TY CHRISTMAS PARADE Majlis Bandaraya Miri & Persatuan Gereja Miri
PESTA PAKAN PESTA PANTU Wisma Sanyan & Dataran Tun
Tuanku Bujang
Sibu Resident Office
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The festival will features various activities Known previously as Pesta Tapah, this
22nd 17th Jointly organised by the Methodist Church, the
such as sports competitions, cultural festival highlights local foods, jungle
CHRISTMAS PARADE BAU Roman Catholic Church and Borneo Evangelical
performances, food and stalls selling
agricultural products and handicraft.
produce and handicrafts. Various activities
will be organized such as Ratu Pantu,
PERTANDINGAN SENI SUARA & GAYA BURUNG BERKICAU Lobuh Bau
Mission (BEM), this parade was mooted not just to
promote Bau but also to make the district more lively
singing competition, traditional dance, TERBUKA PERINGKAT NEGERI SARAWAK and vibrant during this joyous occasion of Christmas.
Pakan District Office Pantu Fun Run and food bazaar. Kompleks Sukan Sri Aman Pejabat Daerah Sri Aman
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Pejabat Daerah Kecil Pantu 082-763211 082-763530
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31st
28th The climbathon was organised by Kampung Bunga’s 28th-30th 25th-27th Pesta Lingga is an annual event organized by Lingga
COUNTDOWN 2023
development and security committee and the village’s Youth, Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase 1
BUNG SADUNG Sports and Recreation Bureau with support from Serian PESTA BENAK SRI AMAN PESTA LINGGA Sub-District Office. It showcases many activities such

CLIMBATHON District Council, Divisional Tourism Task Group, Serian SARAWAK The Sarawak International Dragon Boat Regatta is an
internationally recognized event that takes place on Batang Lupar Waterfont Pekan Daerah Kecil Lingga
as Lingga Regatta, cultural dance, Lingga Kitchen,
development exhibition from both government and
Year End Countdown is one of the yearly events which

CHALLENGE Resident Office and Sport and Recreation Club of Tarat INTERNAT IONAL the Sarawak River. Local as well as foreign teams will
The Benak Festival organized at Batang Lupar River private organizations and food bazaar.
organized by Sibu Municipal Council to celebrate
the New Year. The activities featuring a variety of
constituency. The climbathon aims to promote a healthy and 23rd -25th To showcase the local cuisine, cultural performances,
DRAGON BOAT compete in various race categories in their bid to win
in Sri Aman has various activities where visitors and entertaining performances comprising with a blend
Kampung Bunga, Serian active lifestyle as well as to instill and inculcate a proactive
attitude and stewardship towards the environment.
PESTA TASIK BIRU water sport event known as “Jong”, handicraft and
exhibitions. REGAT TA
cash prizes and trophies. This race is an affiliate event of
the International Dragon Boat Federation
tourists can participate and experience themselves
Pejabat Daerah Kecil Lingga
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of both oldies and modern performances were
Tasik Biru, Bau the tidal bore waves. It consists of 10 major events belted out by the local talents from different races.
Serian District Council Kuching Waterfront
Bau District Office Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Sarawak from Regatta to beauty pageant contest.
Sibu Municipal Council
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29th-30th
WORLD OIL AND
31st
ARAM EMPURU BA
23rd -25th An annual event with a combination of festival and Regatta
HARI BUKI T MAS
The highlight of this event is to show the unique of
TBC
PESTA BATANG KAYAN
November
Batang Kayan is the highlight of this event that held for three Taman Bukit Mas, Limbang lake park to the outside
days. Providing varieties of programmes such as showcase, Taman Tasik Mas
GAS CONFERENCE KAMPUNG LUNYING LUNDU & REGAT TA food bazaar, performances, games and competitions with the
visitors. The activities include running competition,
fishing competition; fashion show from recycle materials, The festival is an initiative by the council to build
Pullman, Miri Kampung Lunying, Sebuyau
BATANG KAYAN aims to promote Lundu as an ecotourism spot in Sarawak. Gubang competition and cultural night. the rapport between the government and non-
Petronas Carigali Sdn. Bhd
& Sarawak Shell Berhad
Pejabat Daerah Kecil Sebuyau
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Waterfront Lundu
Jawatankuasa Induk Pesta Batang Kayan & Pejabat Daerah Lundu
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Limbang District Council MAKAN TAHUN PERDANA PHOTOGRAPHY government agencies under the administrative
area of council, to promote harmony and
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COMPET I T ION FOR SUBIS unity in culturally diverse community, creating
A festivity designed to showcase TOURISM PROMOT ION 26th-27th Aim to promote Kota Samarahan as the top spot business opportunities for the locals and to
24 Sep-2 Oct
th nd 25 th
1 st the old cultures and traditions of Bekenu SAMARAHAN BIKE for sport tourism events and also to attract more
public participations to the cycling activity.
instill the spirit of ownership and patriotism as a
31st Aug-9thSept This festival showcases various foods varieties from the local community to the public
CHALLENGE
resident of Lubok Antu district.
various ethnic group and races. Amongst the events KANOWI T FEST IVAL BAU BIKE GATHERING REGAT TA MUKAH MIRI CYCLING & while give exposure to the younger Photography Competition for Subis Tourism
BINTULU TANGLUNG incorporated and will be highlighted including Maju Dataran Kubu Emma, Homestay Rantau Tasik Biru, Bau Mukah Waterfront MOUNTAIN BIKE MARATHON generation. Among the activities are Promotion is the main event organized by The Summer Mall, Kota Samarahan
Pejabat Daerah Samarahan & DTTG Samarahan
082-671105 082-671042 PESTA ENGKELILI Lubok Antu District Council
KARNIVAL Run, Harmony Ride, Borneo Traditional Lion Dance Kemiding & Tebingan Sungai Rajang
A motor show as a platform to Mukah Resident Office Marina Parkcity, Miri Junjung Competition, Kedayan tribe Subis District. This event aims to promote Pasar Engkelili
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Bintulu Town Competition and many others. songs performances, Gulintangan Subis and also to expose the beautiful places
A week-long Kanowit Festival is a celebration of gahter the bikers as a public 084-871200 084-872117 Majlis Bandaraya Miri, MBC & Competition and many others. in Subis to public and international tourist.
Gabungan Persatuan Cina Berdaftar Bintulu culture and goodwill. The highlights would be the exhibition of current automobile Miri Bike Association
26th-27th 26th Nov-4thDec
086-312181 086-312186 Power Boat F2000, Remote Control Boat, Regatta, models, debuts, concept cars, or 085-433501 085-415486 Persatuan Kedayan Lawas Subis District Council
Similajau Nature
Traditional Cultural Events, Beauty Contest, Food
Fair, Funfair, Handicraft promotion and exhibition,
out-of-production classics. 013-5794881 085-285819 085-719018 085-719527 PESTA AMBAL PESTA NANAS & Challenge
Goldtown Riders Community
Kampung Sebandi
BUAH-BUAHAN SARIKEI
September
Karnival Usahawan Desa and many others. Similajau National Park
012-8941798 An event that will takes place during Sarikei Civic Centre
Kanowit District Council To utilize the Similajau National Park
084-752093 084-752695 PESTA TANAH LUMPUR BEBUAK the razor clam season.
Known as the food basket of Sarawak, this as a centre for sports and outdoor
Kampung Meritam Pejabat Daerah Asajaya event is held to promote Sarikei as the Agro activities and targeting this event
REGAT TA SUBIS PESTA BEDERUN The highlight of the festival is the uniqueness of
082-829007 082-829008 Tourism destination to visitors. should be new and continuous yearly
tourism attraction for Bintulu.
Batu Niah Balingian Waterfront natural mudflow as there is blackish craters and warm Sarikei Resident Office
temperatures at Kampung Meritam, Limbang. The size 084-652454 084-653204 Pejabat Daerah Bintulu &
Regatta Subis is the main event “Bederun” simply means gathering in
of this muddy crater can reach 2 meters wide and can Sarawak Forestry Corporation
organized by Subis District. This event the local dialect is a time for the local
accommodate 4 to 5 people at a time. This moss is 086-332886 086-338441
aims to instill sport interest among local community to gather and having fun while

December
community as well as to promote the also a sea-like nature and any object that falls into the
enjoying the festival.
event into international level. crater will not sink. The various ceremonies that will

Subis District Council

Pejabat Daerah Kecil Balingian
& Persatuan Generasi Melanau Balingian
took place during the festival were buffalo taxis, tugging
ropes, flying foxes, runs, sales stalls, tele matches, mud
BORNEO WATER & The aims of the event is to work on active
solutions and synergistic efforts to overcome
2nd Since 2017, the annual Sarawak Adventure Challenge (SAC) has shower activities and Mr. Bebuak Lumpur. WASTEWATER EXHIBI T ION challenges of water, wastewater management
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SARAWAK
established itself as a successful, homegrown multi-sport event with KARNIVAL BERMUKUN PESTA SEKIEW & CONFERENCE and latest development in Borneo.
international appeal, drawing teams and individuals from throughout Limbang District Council TBC Kampung Jemoreng
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Mukah Resident Office Badan Pesta Sekiew Kampung Jemoreng
TBC The Malaysian Water Association &
Ministry of Utilites Sarawak
KARNIVAL BALAU DALAT KARNIVAL PANTAI BELAWAI CHALLENGE but well organised event with many return participants. For 2022,
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Pasar Dalat & Dalat Waterfront Pantai Belawai
25th Runners will experience the ambience of running along 6.0 running to showcase Sarawak’s spectacular natural scenery. An
Nyamai Sarawak Gastronomy Festival 2022 focus is
Pejabat Daerah Dalat & Pejabat Daerah Tanjung Manis BENAK ROAD-
through villages, jungle trail and Simanggang Town, and attractive prize purse is up for grabs for the top finishers and all NYAMAI SARAWAK
STF OPEN HOUSES
most importantly along the Batang Lupar river where they TBC on “Farm to Table” and the platform to promote the use
JKKK Gabungan Daerah Dalat
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TRAIL RUN can admire the tidal bore phenomenon. The routes consist
finishers get bragging rights as well as distinctive swag.
GASTRONOMY of agricultural products such as fish, fruits, vegetables PESTA JET I SENTABA
Visitors can experience the uniqueness of nature
at the jetty whereby they can see a group of
Bandar Simanggang, of a 10KM challenge under ‘men/women veteran’ and ‘men/
women open’ categories, as well as the 5KM fun run.
Draco Action Sports
012-8979068 / 012-8098358 082-231808 FEST IVAL and herbs, native to Sarawak, to chefs and sommeliers
worldwide through national and international competitions,
Jeti Sentaba, Kampung Patiambun Proboscis Monkey, Fireflies at night and the
Sri Aman mangroves. One of the most famous activities
Grand Margherita, exhibitions, expo and convention in a completely
conducted during this event is crab catching.
February May
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Riverside Majestic & contemporary and international context. As part of the
CHINESE NEW YEAR HARI RAYA
Sarawak Cultural Village JKKK Kampung Patiambun
THE 19TH KUCHING INTERCULTURAL 7th-9th 7th-9th
initiative to drive and promote Sarawak’s agricultural
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MOONCAKE FEST IVAL BORNEO INTERNAT IONAL PESTA TATAU The Gastronomy Association GAWAI DAYAK Christmas
Carpenter Street and Ewe Hai Street
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The 19th Kuching Intercultural Mooncake Festival, BELAGA REGAT TA Borneo Convention Centre Kuching Pesta Tatau is an annual event organized by CHRISTMAS TREE The aim of ours Sarawak Open House Campaign is for visitors and locals alike,
part of Kuching Old Bazaar annual events will take Pekan Belaga Tatau District Office to promote Tatau District.
place along Carpenter Street and Ewe Hai Street in
The 3-days event will consist of a
DECORAT ION CONTEST regardless of race and religion in our multi-racial community to experience and
Downtown Kuching. This annual festival brings together The event will feature a variety of activities conference and exhibition for the sport
and fitness industry. Also, it will be a
In conjunction with this carnival, among the
activities to be held including traditional SAMARAHAN FOOD & Samarahan Food & Cultural Festival 2022 is an iconic
event to enhance tourist to visit to Kota Samarahan. Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase 1
partake in the celebration and tradition of the Open House in Sarawak, which is
unique and not be found anywhere else. This campaign targets the 4 main festivals in
participants from all races, cultures and walks of life
to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. The Festival
such as mini regattas, powerboat races,
paddle boat races, beauty pageants and platform to unite industry player across sports, power boat race, Engkabang Run, CULTURAL FEST IVAL With this event, public will be introduce with traditional This event is a seasonal festive event. The Sarawak; Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Puasa, Gawai Dayak and Christmas.
SEA, Asia, Australasia and the rest of mini carnivals, cultural performances, cuisine and approach of the cultural at Sarawak. Apart event has become a significant tourist
features food, music and cultural performances along a traditional performances. The Summer Mall,
the world. nostalgia exhibitions and food bazaar. Kota Samarahan from it, this also can be an opportunity for the small and attraction during this joyous festival period. Sarawak Tourism Federation
lantern-lit scenic street, one of Kuching’s oldest streets. Belaga District Office & mid-size enterprise to promote their products. 082-332420
Kuching Old Market Community Association Jawatankuasa Regatta Belaga Carus Sport & Event Sdn Bhd Tatau District Office Sibu Municipal Council Updated on 8th February 2022
019-8597070 086-461435 082-265510 082-265520 086-584617 086-584718 Majlis Perbandaran Kota Samarahan (Note: Event dates are subject to change without prior notice.
016-8661711 084-333411 084-320240
082-671023 082-671342 Kindly call The Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts for further information)