Festivals in Pangkor Town
Pangkor Town, Pangkor
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Festivals in Pangkor Town is a community-led celebration of local culture held in the main town of Pangkor Island, Perak. The event showcases traditional performances, food stalls, and religious processions tied to the island's multi-ethnic heritage. Visitors join residents in marking annual occasions such as Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, and the Nine Emperor Gods Festival.
What to expect
- Watch the Nine Emperor Gods Festival procession with fire-walking ceremonies along the main street, held over nine nights in October.
- Sample street food from 20+ stalls selling satay, kuih, and fresh seafood during the evening bazaar that runs from 6pm to midnight.
- See lion and dragon dance troupes perform at the town's Chinese temples during Chinese New Year, with firecracker displays at 8pm.
- Join the Hari Raya open house at the town square, where free traditional dishes like rendang and ketupat are served to all attendees.
- Participate in the annual boat-racing regatta in the harbour, with races lasting 30 minutes per heat and prizes awarded to local teams.
- Suitable for families and cultural travellers, with most events held outdoors and accessible on foot from the jetty.
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