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Calendar of Events Langkawi 2008
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| 1 Jan - Celebration of Visit Kedah Year 2008 -Usher in the brand new year in style with pomp and splendour,with lots of fireworks insluded!The theme of this year long celebration is 'Royal Golden Jubilee' in conjuction with th Kedah Sultanate's 50th Anniversary - info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
| 5-11 Jan - Royal Langkawi International Regatta - An event that has become the talk of South East Asia,the Regatta will see more than 50 yachts competing in 9 highly charged racing classes! Do not miss all the drama and excitement on the high seas! - http://www.langkawiyacht.com |
| 1-15 May - ECO-GAMES Championship Race 2008 - This adventure sport brings together high adrenaline activities of kayaking ,mountain biking ,trail running / trekking ,orienteering and rope work - www.maxquest-ar.com |
| 17 May - 18th Pelangi Cup International Golf Open Championship 2008 - The most prestigious golf tournament for amateurs in Langkawi is back for the 18th time!Among the distinguished participants are the HRH Sultan of Kedah and his consort ,HRH Sultanah of Kedah.Many thrilling moments worthy of greater tourneys are in store,even without a certain 'tiger'! - www.pelangibeachresort.com |
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| 1-2 Feb - Sauk Sotong Langkawi 2008 - It's squid season again.Only this time,the catch is much bigger and the prizes are much batter.Witness how the participants demonstrate their skills in order to be the best squid catcher ! - info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
| 6-10 Feb - Langkawi International Regatta Perdana 2008 - Langkawi international regatta perdana is back !Come and watch over 300 participants from around the world compete in 13 exciting categories - kedahsailing@yahoo.com.my |
| 21 Feb - Kedah Chap Goh Meh Celebration - In Hokkien,"Chap Goh Meh "means the 15th night and its mark the end of the Chinese New Year celebration. Amongst the most popular and colourfulactivities are the "throwing of oranges into the sea by young maidens",we hope to find suitors! - info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
| 23 Feb - Langkawi International Triathlon 2008 / Langkawi Ironman Endurance Marathon(LIEM) - More than 500 participants will go through the grueling rigours of a 3.8km swim across choppy waters,an 180.3km close bike race in the midday heat followed y a 42.2km marathon throughtoutthe island.The event has thus been certified as among the toughest in the world ! - www.ironmanlangkawi.com.my |
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| 4-6 April - Launching of National Water Festival 2008 - As the selected venuefor the opening of national level Water Fest 2008,Langkawi Water Fest promises endless thrills and spills at the happening Cenang Beach!More than 50 exciting water sports and beach games will be held throughout the three day event,promising participantstop prizes ,and also lucky draws galore for the lucky visitors! - info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
| 25-27 Apr - Langkawi -Adang -Saturn International Fishing Challenge (LASIFC) / Tourism Langkawi & Office of the Governor of Saturn Province Thailand - The only fishing competition that transcends international borders,promising fun ,top prizes and an exchange of two cultures . - info@toursmlangkawi.gov.my |
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| 3May - Wilderness Langkawi Challenge 2008 - An adventure race around the island involving kayaking ,trail running ,swimming ,rpoes course ,mountain biking and many more ! Take part in either of 2 categories;'Slow and Steady' or 'Fast and Furious' . - info@wildernessmalaysia.com |
| 9 - 11 May - 7th Malaysia Nash Hash 2008 Run In Pulau Langkawi - Getting and enjoying a secured day without worrying about what is going to happen next can most probably only happen in Langkawi .Getting to taste all kinds of food especially in a variety of scenic atmospheres will also only happen in LAngkawi .That's why 7th Malaysia Nash Hash Run will be organized in Langkawi.- www.malaysiannashhash2008.com |
| 1-15 May - ECO-GAMES Championship Race 2008 - This adventure sport brings together high adrenaline activities of kayaking ,mountain biking ,trail running / trekking ,orienteering and rope work - www.maxquest-ar.com |
| 17 May - 18th Pelangi Cup International Golf Open Championship 2008 - The most prestigious golf tournament for amateurs in Langkawi is back for the 18th time!Among the distinguished participants are the HRH Sultan of Kedah and his consort ,HRH Sultanah of Kedah.Many thrilling moments worthy of greater tourneys are in store,even without a certain 'tiger'! - www.pelangibeachresort.com |
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| 30 May- 1 Jun - Langkawi Islanders Music & Dance Festival - For the very first time LAngkawi will organize this music festival .Catch all the dynamic and enthralling performences from various island musical troupes,and dance to the pulsating rhythms you'd not easily forget !- info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
| 7 Jun - Fire Fighting Competition LAngkawi 2008 - A unique event where participants get to show off their fire fighting prowess!Held to create awareness of the importance of fire safety,the participants are from diverse backgrounds of the local tourism industry;goverment departments, hotels, restaurants and NGOs - info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
| 21 June - Playsmart Scientific Trail Competition - A competition organised to test the participants general knowledge of science with the top prizes being visits to the Petronas Centre in Kuala Lumpur .Families are encouraged to take part- Phone : 604-9591108 |
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| 6 July - Mu'adzam Shah Trophy Golf Tournament 2008 - An already established golf tournament in Langkawi ,the event has had participants from as far as Japan .The Royal Patron is the HRH Sultan of Kedah .It also attracts enthusiasts who are keen the compete from among the heads of goverment departments and Malaysia's corporate movers and shakers .- bayviewhotel.com/langkawi |
| 4 - 5 July - Langkawi Rambutan Trail - Anything and everything to do with 'Rambutan',the unique hairy local fruit,can be found at this event .There will be lots of fruit picking and samping ,fruit carving demonstration ,as well as other fun contests of the fruity kind!- www.doa.gov.my |
| 6 - 8 July - Langkawi International Sand Sculpture - For the firts time ever ,Langkawi will host a most unique event featuring the best sand sculptors from all over the world!Come see some of the best 3-dimensional images conjured out of more sand- Phone : 604-7355170 |
| 12 July - Langkawi Geopark Beach Run 2008 - The second edition of Langkawi Beach Run is now bigger than before .Participants from all over will race for top spots and spot and top prizes worth a total RM15000.Calling all running fanatics!- www.symphonyevent.com |
| 25 - 26 July - Hot and Happenin' Weekend in Langkawi 2008 - Four major national events are simultaneously showcased in one sizzling weekend!They are Colour of Malaysia ,Flavours of Malaysia ,Megasale ,Carnival and 'Cuti-cuti Malaysia' Tourism Fair .Fashion shows ,fun contests,livebands and artistes and traditional dance medley are the highlights .Be there or be squere!- info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
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| 3 - 8 Aug - Langkawi International Mood Jazz Festival - Langkawi is the new top destination for discerning music lovers !Catch the many moods of Jazz at this inaugural festival you would not want to miss!- Phone : 604-7355170 |
| 30 Aug - The 51st Merdeka Eve Celebration 2008 - The eve of Independence Day is celebrated with a whole evening of song and dance ,poem recitals and sketches to inculcate the patriotic spirit in Malaysians and to nurture from young a love for the nation .- Phone : 604-9668387 |
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| September - Langkawi Ramadhan Bazaar 2008 - Ramadhan is a Holy month for Muslims around the world where they fast from dawn till dusk .Then then break their fast with many traditional goodies that can easily be found at the local Ramadhan Bazaar .The variety of mouthwatering delights is simply amazing .- info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
| 4 Sept - 51th Merdeka Tea Reception 2008 - A grand tea reception held at the picturesque Eagle Square as part of the celebration of Malaysia's Independant Day .Tourist and local folks from all walks of life are all invited to attend sample many of the local fares served- Phone : 604 - 9666590 |
| 27 Sept - World Tourism Day 2008 - Every 27 September has been declared as World Tourism Organization (WTO)under United Nations.Langkawi celebrates by organizing various fun activities and competitions according to the theme set by WTO for each year .- info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my |
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| 8 - 9 Nov -Langkawi Mackerel Run 2008 - Langkawi Mackerel Run takes advantage of the active migration season of pelagic fish especially mackerel ,passing Langkawi waters from the NorthernHemisphere .- info@toursmlangkawi.gov.my |
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25 - 31 Dec - Langkawi Arts & Craft Festival (LACRAF) - See raw ,artistic talent at its finest .Participants from all over Malaysia and beyond converge on the island o demonstrate their creativity and showcase their products .For most arts and craft lovers,this is one opportunity to change upon real unique pieces ,be they jewellery ,batik paintings,sculptures,pottery,etc- info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my www.kraftangan.gov.my |
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