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Malaysian regional tourism and community festivals

Overview

Various regional festivals and tourism initiatives are scheduled across Malaysia for late 2026.

In Sabak Bernam, the fourth edition of Karnival Ban Canal is set for November 6–8. The event focuses on the theme ‘Alam * Budaya * Lestari’ (Nature * Culture * Sustainability) to promote the historic 30-kilometre waterway as an eco-tourism destination. Activities include international Kanu Slalom competitions, fishing, and cultural showcases intended to support the local economy.

In Sarawak, two major programs are slated to begin on October 30. The Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia in Kuching will feature domestic travel exhibitors, while the Sarawakku Sayang programme in Sri Aman aims to attract 100,000 visitors through government service counters, cultural performances, and community contests.

Entities

Karnival Ban Canal · Tourism Malaysia · Sabak Bernam · Kuching · Selangor

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Sarawak hosts major tourism and community events in Kuching and Sri Aman

    Sarawak hosts the SKCCM 2026 travel carnival in Kuching and the Sarawakku Sayang programme in Sri Aman, featuring tourism deals, government services, and cultural performances.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Karnival Ban Canal 2026 to return to Sabak Bernam in November

    Karnival Ban Canal 2026 will return to Sabak Bernam, Malaysia, from November 6–8, featuring eco-tourism, international sporting competitions, and cultural showcases to boost the local rural economy.

Sources

dayakdaily.com · tvsarawak.my