Kuala Lumpur Special Events

Kuala Lumpur city centre with the Petronos Towers © 123rf.com/Shariff Che'Lah
Most Popular Hotels in Kuala Lumpur:
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, ,
First Avenue, Bandar Utama City Centre, 47800
Jalan Lapangan Terbang Saas, Shah Alam, 40150
 
 




Thaipusam
January/February
Hindu celebration.
Batu Caves

Chinese New Year
January/February
Temple visits, fireworks, dragon dances.
Chinatown

Federal Territory Day
February
Fireworks, streamers and balloons abound for the city's birthday.
Throughout the city

F1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix
March
Sepang International Circuit
Website: www.malaysiangp.com.my

Colours of Malaysia
June
Month-long celebration of Malaysian culture featuring traditional performances.
Throughout the city

Merdeka Celebrations
August-September
Month-long festival celebrating Malaysia's independence.
Throughout the city

Merdeka Eve Celebrations
August
Celebration of Malaysia's independence with carnival-style festivities.
Independence Square
 
Deepavali
October/November
‘Festival of Light' is the main Hindu celebration commemorating the triumph of good over evil.
Throughout the city 

Hari Raya Aidilfitri
October
Two days of joyful celebration marking the end of Ramadan.
Throughout the city

Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival
December
Discounted shopping bonanza featuring Malaysian Fashion Week and Made in Malaysia exhibition.
Throughout the city

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