Penang State Museum Draws 13,000 Visitors Since Reopening
By V. Sivaji Since its official re-opening on July 23, 2026, the Penang State Museum has received some 13,000 visitors to date. Just over the weekend alone, the museum attracted…
George Town Festival 2026 kicks off in a vibrant launch at Padang Kota Lama
By V. Sivaji The 17th edition of the George Town Festival is currently underway till August 9, 2026.. The official launch ceremony was held at the Padang Kota Lama last…
Penang Tourism Exco meets Hangzhou tourism bureau to expand bilateral cultural and tourism cooperation
In order to strengthen cultural and tourism ties between Penang and Hangzhou in China, Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy, YB Wong Hon Wai recently received a…
Bon Odori Festival 2026 Celebrates Food, Culture and Community
By V. Sivaji The Bon Odori Festival 2026 was held at the Esplanade last night in a colourful and grandeur fashion. Joining the celebrations was State Exco for Tourism and…
CosWorld Festival 2026 at Island 88
Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy YB Wong Hon Wai officiated the opening ceremony of the CosWorld Festival 2026 recently, congratulating the event on reaching its fourth…
Chocolate & Coffee Festival Brews Excitement at Gurney Plaza
By V. Sivaji The Chocolate & Coffee Festival is currently underway at Gurney Plaza, offering coffee lovers the opportunity to explore and sample a wide variety of their favourite coffee…
Penang Yosakoi Parade 2026 back from June 27 to 28
By V. Sivaji The Penang Yosakoi Parade 2026 is back for its 11th edition from June 27 to 28 to be held at the Esplanade. Growing from strength to strength,…
Penang promoting diverse music, culture and artistic heritage
To promote the diverse development of Penang’s vocal and music arts ecosystem, further strengthen the state’s creative economy and enrich the city’s cultural and artistic heritage, State Exco for Tourism…
Penang Chief Minister officiates the Indian Heritage Gallery & Cultural Centre in George Town
By V. Sivaji Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon Yeow graced the official opening ceremony of the Indian Heritage Gallery & Cultural Centre along Beach Street earlier today. Lending support…
Delegation from Guangzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism visit Penang
To further strengthen ties and cooperation between Penang and Guangzhou, a delegation led by Liu Yumei, Director of the Guangzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism of Guangdong…