United States Embassy Kuala Lumpur

MATTA Fair

This event is part of the larger series of MATTA Fairs, which are among the most popular travel expos in Malaysia. The fair brings together a wide range of exhibitors, including travel agencies, airlines, hotels, and tourism boards, offering exclusive travel deals and packages.

Start date: August 1, 2026
End date: August 3, 2026

Event website

CEphoto, Uwe Aranas

Merdeka Day

Merdeka Day in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is celebrated annually on August 31 to mark Malaysia's independence from British rule in 1957. The city hosts parades, cultural performances, and fireworks. The streets fill with patriotic pride, as locals wave flags and honor the nation's rich heritage and freedom.

Start date: August 31, 2025
End date: August 31, 2025

cattan2011

Hungry Ghost Festival

The Hungry Ghost Festival is a traditional Asian celebration where families honor and appease wandering spirits. This vibrant festival features rituals, offerings, and performances to ensure peace for the departed souls. Join in the festivities with ceremonies, food offerings, and cultural events.

Start date: September 6, 2025
End date: September 6, 2025

CHEN_victor

BIG Baby Expo

The BIG Baby Expo is a premier event for new and expectant parents, featuring the latest in baby gear, products, and services. Explore a vast array of exhibits, attend expert-led seminars, and discover innovations designed to make parenting easier and more enjoyable

Start date: September 6, 2025
End date: September 8, 2025

Event website

esharkj

Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day celebrates the unity and diversity of the nation, marking the formation of Malaysia in 1963. Join the festivities with vibrant parades, cultural performances, and patriotic events. It’s a day to honor Malaysia’s rich heritage, celebrate its multicultural identity, and national pride.

Start date: September 16, 2025
End date: September 16, 2025

Bernard Spragg

Asean Ports and Logistics

ASEAN Ports and Logistics is a key event focused on enhancing regional trade and transportation. Explore cutting-edge solutions, network with experts, and gain insights into port management, logistics, and supply chain innovations. It's a hub for advancing ASEAN’s maritime and logistics sectors.

Start date: October 22, 2025
End date: October 24, 2025

bhuppigraphy

Deepavali

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a celebration of victory over darkness and good over evil. Marked by colorful decorations, lively fireworks, and intricate Rangoli designs, this Hindu festival involves lighting oil lamps, sharing sweets, and gathering with loved ones to embrace joy and prosperity.

Start date: October 31, 2025
End date: October 31, 2025

JDipterocarpus

Tastefully Food Expo

Tastefully Food Expo is a culinary delight featuring a diverse array of gourmet foods, cooking demos, and tastings. Explore unique flavors, meet renowned chefs, and discover the latest in food trends and innovations. It's a food lover’s paradise where taste meets creativity!

Start date: December 20, 2025
End date: December 22, 2025

Event website

Nithi clicks

Pongal

Pongal is celebrated with vibrant energy in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, reflecting the Tamil community's rich heritage. Marking the harvest season, the festivities include cooking traditional Pongal rice, cultural performances, Kolam art, music, and dances. Temples and community centers host grand celebrations.

Start date: January 14, 2026
End date: January 14, 2026

Fortresseconomist

Chingay Parade

The Chingay Parade in Johor Bahru is a vibrant street extravaganza celebrated in Malaysia. Participants adorned in elaborate costumes showcase their talents through dance, music, and traditional arts, creating a dynamic and captivating spectacle that celebrates diversity and unity.

Start date: February 7, 2026
End date: February 8, 2026

Dassmahen

Thaipusam

Thaipusam in Johor Bahru is a vibrant Hindu festival held in honor of Lord Murugan. Devotees carry kavadis, pierce their bodies, and perform rituals as acts of devotion. The procession starts at the Arulmigu Sri Balasubramaniar Temple and attracts thousands, celebrating with music, prayers, and offerings.

Start date: February 11, 2026
End date: February 11, 2026

benjuni

Pasir Gudang Kite Festival

Colors in the Sky! Each year, the nearby city of Pasir Gudang hosts the Johru Kite Festival. Some of the largest, most intricately designed kites in the world are displayed and flown here. If you happen to be in Johor Bahru in February, don't miss out on this event.

Start date: February 22, 2026
End date: February 26, 2026

AhmetSelcuk

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri, also known as Eid al-Fitr, marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. Celebrated with prayers, feasts, and visiting loved ones, it symbolizes gratitude, forgiveness, and renewal. Families don traditional attire and share festive meals like ketupat and rendang.

Start date: March 31, 2026
End date: April 1, 2026

Marufish

Wesak Day

Wesak Day in Johor Bahru is a significant Buddhist celebration, honoring the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Buddha. Temples, like the Arulmigu Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, host prayers, candlelight processions, and rituals. Devotees offer donations and release animals to promote kindness and compassion.

Start date: May 12, 2026
End date: May 12, 2026

kishjar?

Pet Expo

Pet Expo JB is a must-visit event for animal lovers, showcasing the latest pet products, services, and innovations. Enjoy exhibits, grooming demos, and pet adoptions while connecting with fellow pet enthusiasts. It's the perfect day out for discovering everything you need for your furry friends!

Start date: May 16, 2026
End date: May 18, 2026

Zahirulnukman

Hari Gawai

Hari Gawai, celebrated in Johor Bahru, honors the harvest festival of the Iban and Dayak communities. Typically observed on June 1, it features cultural performances, traditional music, dance (ngajat), and rituals of thanksgiving. Families gather to share festive meals, symbolizing unity and gratitude.

Start date: June 1, 2026
End date: June 2, 2026

Pocsywe

Bon Odori

The Bon Odori in Johor Bahru is a joyous and traditional Japanese festival celebrated in Malaysia. Embracing Japanese customs, attendees clad in yukata gather to partake in dance, food, and cultural activities, creating a spirited and welcoming atmosphere that reflects Japan's rich traditions.

Start date: July 18, 2026
End date: July 20, 2026

United States Embassy Kuala Lumpur

MATTA Fair

This event is part of the larger series of MATTA Fairs, which are among the most popular travel expos in Malaysia. The fair brings together a wide range of exhibitors, including travel agencies, airlines, hotels, and tourism boards, offering exclusive travel deals and packages.

Start date: August 1, 2026
End date: August 3, 2026

Event website

CEphoto, Uwe Aranas

Merdeka Day

Merdeka Day in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is celebrated annually on August 31 to mark Malaysia's independence from British rule in 1957. The city hosts parades, cultural performances, and fireworks. The streets fill with patriotic pride, as locals wave flags and honor the nation's rich heritage and freedom.

Start date: August 31, 2025
End date: August 31, 2025

cattan2011

Hungry Ghost Festival

The Hungry Ghost Festival is a traditional Asian celebration where families honor and appease wandering spirits. This vibrant festival features rituals, offerings, and performances to ensure peace for the departed souls. Join in the festivities with ceremonies, food offerings, and cultural events.

Start date: September 6, 2025
End date: September 6, 2025

CHEN_victor

BIG Baby Expo

The BIG Baby Expo is a premier event for new and expectant parents, featuring the latest in baby gear, products, and services. Explore a vast array of exhibits, attend expert-led seminars, and discover innovations designed to make parenting easier and more enjoyable

Start date: September 6, 2025
End date: September 8, 2025

Event website

esharkj

Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day celebrates the unity and diversity of the nation, marking the formation of Malaysia in 1963. Join the festivities with vibrant parades, cultural performances, and patriotic events. It’s a day to honor Malaysia’s rich heritage, celebrate its multicultural identity, and national pride.

Start date: September 16, 2025
End date: September 16, 2025

Bernard Spragg

Asean Ports and Logistics

ASEAN Ports and Logistics is a key event focused on enhancing regional trade and transportation. Explore cutting-edge solutions, network with experts, and gain insights into port management, logistics, and supply chain innovations. It's a hub for advancing ASEAN’s maritime and logistics sectors.

Start date: October 22, 2025
End date: October 24, 2025

bhuppigraphy

Deepavali

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a celebration of victory over darkness and good over evil. Marked by colorful decorations, lively fireworks, and intricate Rangoli designs, this Hindu festival involves lighting oil lamps, sharing sweets, and gathering with loved ones to embrace joy and prosperity.

Start date: October 31, 2025
End date: October 31, 2025

JDipterocarpus

Tastefully Food Expo

Tastefully Food Expo is a culinary delight featuring a diverse array of gourmet foods, cooking demos, and tastings. Explore unique flavors, meet renowned chefs, and discover the latest in food trends and innovations. It's a food lover’s paradise where taste meets creativity!

Start date: December 20, 2025
End date: December 22, 2025

Event website

Nithi clicks

Pongal

Pongal is celebrated with vibrant energy in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, reflecting the Tamil community's rich heritage. Marking the harvest season, the festivities include cooking traditional Pongal rice, cultural performances, Kolam art, music, and dances. Temples and community centers host grand celebrations.

Start date: January 14, 2026
End date: January 14, 2026

Fortresseconomist

Chingay Parade

The Chingay Parade in Johor Bahru is a vibrant street extravaganza celebrated in Malaysia. Participants adorned in elaborate costumes showcase their talents through dance, music, and traditional arts, creating a dynamic and captivating spectacle that celebrates diversity and unity.

Start date: February 7, 2026
End date: February 8, 2026

Dassmahen

Thaipusam

Thaipusam in Johor Bahru is a vibrant Hindu festival held in honor of Lord Murugan. Devotees carry kavadis, pierce their bodies, and perform rituals as acts of devotion. The procession starts at the Arulmigu Sri Balasubramaniar Temple and attracts thousands, celebrating with music, prayers, and offerings.

Start date: February 11, 2026
End date: February 11, 2026

benjuni

Pasir Gudang Kite Festival

Colors in the Sky! Each year, the nearby city of Pasir Gudang hosts the Johru Kite Festival. Some of the largest, most intricately designed kites in the world are displayed and flown here. If you happen to be in Johor Bahru in February, don't miss out on this event.

Start date: February 22, 2026
End date: February 26, 2026

AhmetSelcuk

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri, also known as Eid al-Fitr, marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. Celebrated with prayers, feasts, and visiting loved ones, it symbolizes gratitude, forgiveness, and renewal. Families don traditional attire and share festive meals like ketupat and rendang.

Start date: March 31, 2026
End date: April 1, 2026

Marufish

Wesak Day

Wesak Day in Johor Bahru is a significant Buddhist celebration, honoring the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Buddha. Temples, like the Arulmigu Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, host prayers, candlelight processions, and rituals. Devotees offer donations and release animals to promote kindness and compassion.

Start date: May 12, 2026
End date: May 12, 2026

kishjar?

Pet Expo

Pet Expo JB is a must-visit event for animal lovers, showcasing the latest pet products, services, and innovations. Enjoy exhibits, grooming demos, and pet adoptions while connecting with fellow pet enthusiasts. It's the perfect day out for discovering everything you need for your furry friends!

Start date: May 16, 2026
End date: May 18, 2026

Zahirulnukman

Hari Gawai

Hari Gawai, celebrated in Johor Bahru, honors the harvest festival of the Iban and Dayak communities. Typically observed on June 1, it features cultural performances, traditional music, dance (ngajat), and rituals of thanksgiving. Families gather to share festive meals, symbolizing unity and gratitude.

Start date: June 1, 2026
End date: June 2, 2026

Pocsywe

Bon Odori

The Bon Odori in Johor Bahru is a joyous and traditional Japanese festival celebrated in Malaysia. Embracing Japanese customs, attendees clad in yukata gather to partake in dance, food, and cultural activities, creating a spirited and welcoming atmosphere that reflects Japan's rich traditions.

Start date: July 18, 2026
End date: July 20, 2026

United States Embassy Kuala Lumpur

MATTA Fair

This event is part of the larger series of MATTA Fairs, which are among the most popular travel expos in Malaysia. The fair brings together a wide range of exhibitors, including travel agencies, airlines, hotels, and tourism boards, offering exclusive travel deals and packages.