Tadau Ka’amatan Celebrations – Grand Finale30 - 31 May 2014
This month-long Harvest Festival celebration will culminate at Hongkod Koisaan, the Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA) Hall in Penampang. Join in the merriment as local folks sing, dance, eat and play traditional games. This is also the main stage for the highly-anticipated final round of the Unduk Ngadau (Harvest Beauty Queen) pageant.
Organizer : Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA)
Event Venue: KDCA Hall, Penampang
Contact Person Dr. Benedict Topin, Secretary 088 713696, 088 715924
This month-long Harvest Festival celebration will culminate at Hongkod Koisaan, the Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA) Hall in Penampang. Join in the merriment as local folks sing, dance, eat and play traditional games. This is also the main stage for the highly-anticipated final round of the Unduk Ngadau (Harvest Beauty Queen) pageant.
Organizer : Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA)
Event Venue: KDCA Hall, Penampang
Contact Person Dr. Benedict Topin, Secretary 088 713696, 088 715924
Remembering Double Six 6 June 2014
A ceremony to commemorate the tragedy ‘Double Six’ of the crashed plane crash on 6 June 1976, 3.50 pm involving Nomad aircraft types on the way back from Labuan and Sabah dignitaries killed 11 people; including Tun Datuk Hj. Mohd. Fuad Stephens, Sabah’s Chief Minister. The event takes place at the Double Six Monument in Grace Point, Sembulan.
Organizer : Kota Kinabalu City Hall
Event Venue: Double Six Monument, Grace Point, Sembulan
Contact PersonMs. Elizabeth Borubui 088 521800
A ceremony to commemorate the tragedy ‘Double Six’ of the crashed plane crash on 6 June 1976, 3.50 pm involving Nomad aircraft types on the way back from Labuan and Sabah dignitaries killed 11 people; including Tun Datuk Hj. Mohd. Fuad Stephens, Sabah’s Chief Minister. The event takes place at the Double Six Monument in Grace Point, Sembulan.
Organizer : Kota Kinabalu City Hall
Event Venue: Double Six Monument, Grace Point, Sembulan
Contact PersonMs. Elizabeth Borubui 088 521800
6th KKIFF 2014 (KK International Film Festival)6 - 12 Jun 2014
A mixture of shorts, feature-length movies, presentations and workshops about movie-making with something for everyone. The theme for the KKIFF 2014 is ‘DOCS+’.
Organizer : KKIFF/SPArKS
Contact Person : Jude Day, Festival Director / Hazli, General Manager
014 3514298 (Jude), 016 5522435 (Hazli)
A mixture of shorts, feature-length movies, presentations and workshops about movie-making with something for everyone. The theme for the KKIFF 2014 is ‘DOCS+’.
Organizer : KKIFF/SPArKS
Contact Person : Jude Day, Festival Director / Hazli, General Manager
014 3514298 (Jude), 016 5522435 (Hazli)
1st FCAS Dragon Boat Race 20147 - 8 Jun 2014
Organised in conjunction with the Duan Wu festival, this Chinese tradition has evolved throughout the years into one of the main sporting events in Sabah. Watch in excitement as local and international teams beat their drums and synchronize their paddling, while racing to the finish line.
Organizer : The Federation Of Chinese Associations Sabah
Event Venue: Likas Bay
088 253433
Organised in conjunction with the Duan Wu festival, this Chinese tradition has evolved throughout the years into one of the main sporting events in Sabah. Watch in excitement as local and international teams beat their drums and synchronize their paddling, while racing to the finish line.
Organizer : The Federation Of Chinese Associations Sabah
Event Venue: Likas Bay
088 253433
Karnival Pertandingan Memancing Membakut Fishing Lake Siri 6 Edisi 20147 June 2014
Feel the thrill of the reel during the annual fishing tournament at Membakut Lake Eco Resort. Door gifts, a lucky draw & attractive prizes await participants.
Organizer : Membakut Fishing Lake
Event Venue : Membakut Lake Eco Resort
Contact Person : Julita Osman Reuben, Project Coordinator 088 233499
Feel the thrill of the reel during the annual fishing tournament at Membakut Lake Eco Resort. Door gifts, a lucky draw & attractive prizes await participants.
Organizer : Membakut Fishing Lake
Event Venue : Membakut Lake Eco Resort
Contact Person : Julita Osman Reuben, Project Coordinator 088 233499
Reel Rock 8 Tour Kota Kinabalu7 June 2014
The annual Reel Rock Film Tour brings the best in climbing and adventure films to local audiences across the globe. Reel Rock shows spirited community events where climbers and outdoor lovers come together to celebrate and sample the ultimate in adventure filming. This year’s Reel Rock 8 Tour Kota Kinabalu is proudly brought to you by Mountain Torq.
Organizer: Kota Kinabalu International Film Festival (KKIFF) / Reel Rock 8 Event Committee
Event Venue; Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negeri Sabah
Contact Person: Dominic F., Vicente M. 088 268126, 016 8050899
The annual Reel Rock Film Tour brings the best in climbing and adventure films to local audiences across the globe. Reel Rock shows spirited community events where climbers and outdoor lovers come together to celebrate and sample the ultimate in adventure filming. This year’s Reel Rock 8 Tour Kota Kinabalu is proudly brought to you by Mountain Torq.
Organizer: Kota Kinabalu International Film Festival (KKIFF) / Reel Rock 8 Event Committee
Event Venue; Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negeri Sabah
Contact Person: Dominic F., Vicente M. 088 268126, 016 8050899
5th Folk Art Festival9 - 14 Jun 2014
Folk Art Exhibition is held in conjunction with the Sabah International Folklore Festival. It provides an important platform for invited International folk artists the opportunity of exhibiting and sharing their varied and unique works. The gathering of these artists brings greater understanding and appreciation of their culture.
Organizer; Sabah Art Gallery
Event ; VenueConservation Centre, Sabah Art Gallery
Contact Person; Jennifer P. Linggi, Pengurus Balai Seni Lukis Sabah 088 268806
Folk Art Exhibition is held in conjunction with the Sabah International Folklore Festival. It provides an important platform for invited International folk artists the opportunity of exhibiting and sharing their varied and unique works. The gathering of these artists brings greater understanding and appreciation of their culture.
Organizer; Sabah Art Gallery
Event ; VenueConservation Centre, Sabah Art Gallery
Contact Person; Jennifer P. Linggi, Pengurus Balai Seni Lukis Sabah 088 268806
Tugu Budaya Ke-6 (Local Folk Dance Competition)9 - 11 Jun 2014
Witness teams showcasing their finest dance skills at The Local Folk Dance Competition during The Tugu Budaya. During the 6th installment of the event, dance troupes from all over Malaysia, Brunei and other BIMP-EAGA countries come together for a dazzling display of folk dancing.
Organizer; Sabah Cultural Board
Event ; VenueSabah Cultural Centre, Penampang
Contact Person; Supian Buang, Cultural Events Dept Asst. Manager 088 268789
Witness teams showcasing their finest dance skills at The Local Folk Dance Competition during The Tugu Budaya. During the 6th installment of the event, dance troupes from all over Malaysia, Brunei and other BIMP-EAGA countries come together for a dazzling display of folk dancing.
Organizer; Sabah Cultural Board
Event ; VenueSabah Cultural Centre, Penampang
Contact Person; Supian Buang, Cultural Events Dept Asst. Manager 088 268789
4th Sabah Traditional Food & Handicraft Exhibition10 - 14 Jun 2014
Come and see the display, demonstration and sales of Sabah handicrafts and food. Purchase gifts for loved ones or bring home a souvenir to remind you of your time in Sabah. Plenty of interesting activities await you at this fun carnival.
OrganizerSabah Cultural Board
Event Venue; Sabah Cultural Centre, Penampang
Contact Person; Rozietha Bumburing, Skills & Entrepreneurship Dept. Manager
088 258761
Come and see the display, demonstration and sales of Sabah handicrafts and food. Purchase gifts for loved ones or bring home a souvenir to remind you of your time in Sabah. Plenty of interesting activities await you at this fun carnival.
OrganizerSabah Cultural Board
Event Venue; Sabah Cultural Centre, Penampang
Contact Person; Rozietha Bumburing, Skills & Entrepreneurship Dept. Manager
088 258761
9th Sabah International Folklore Festival 201412 - 14 Jun 2014
SIFF provides the opportunities for the culture enthusiast to enjoy and witness the beauty and uniqueness of cultural folk dance performances by various ethnics groups of the world. SIFF is truly an East-West Cultural rendezvous which aims to promote peace through culture.
Organizer; Sabah Cultural Board
Event Venue; Sabah Cultural Centre, Penampang
Contact Person; Joisin Romut 088 259457, 088 268851
SIFF provides the opportunities for the culture enthusiast to enjoy and witness the beauty and uniqueness of cultural folk dance performances by various ethnics groups of the world. SIFF is truly an East-West Cultural rendezvous which aims to promote peace through culture.
Organizer; Sabah Cultural Board
Event Venue; Sabah Cultural Centre, Penampang
Contact Person; Joisin Romut 088 259457, 088 268851
8th Kota Kinabalu Jazz Festival13 - 14 Jun 2014
Sway to smooth jazzy tunes performed by a line-up of international artists and hugely talented local acts while contributing to society in this fundraising musical extravaganza. A series of fringe events will lead up to the two days concerts packed with soulful renditions of jazz classics and smooth contemporary tunes. Money raised will be used to benefit various community projects in Sabah.
Organizer; SPArKS & Rotary Club Kota Kinabalu
Event Venue; Sutera Harbour Resorts and Spa
Contact Person; Jack Ong, Organising Chairman 016 8106505
Sway to smooth jazzy tunes performed by a line-up of international artists and hugely talented local acts while contributing to society in this fundraising musical extravaganza. A series of fringe events will lead up to the two days concerts packed with soulful renditions of jazz classics and smooth contemporary tunes. Money raised will be used to benefit various community projects in Sabah.
Organizer; SPArKS & Rotary Club Kota Kinabalu
Event Venue; Sutera Harbour Resorts and Spa
Contact Person; Jack Ong, Organising Chairman 016 8106505
Kudat Festival 201420 - 22 Jun 2014
Plenty to do up north this month as the Kudat Festival takes place over the weekend. If you are attending the Sunset Music Fest at the Tip of Borneo, extend your trip to explore Kudat and witness the merriment of the Kudat Festival. On 20 June, make your way to the Sidek Esplanade for the Dragon Boat Race. On Saturday and Sunday, an array of activities take place at the Esplanade, including a traditional cooking contest, local talent competition, batik-painting demonstration and a coconut-based handicraft-making contest. All this and more during the 2014 Kudat Festival!
Activities kick off by 8:00am and runs till evening.
Contact Person; Mr.Sabdin Ibrahim 088 620410 088 611303
Plenty to do up north this month as the Kudat Festival takes place over the weekend. If you are attending the Sunset Music Fest at the Tip of Borneo, extend your trip to explore Kudat and witness the merriment of the Kudat Festival. On 20 June, make your way to the Sidek Esplanade for the Dragon Boat Race. On Saturday and Sunday, an array of activities take place at the Esplanade, including a traditional cooking contest, local talent competition, batik-painting demonstration and a coconut-based handicraft-making contest. All this and more during the 2014 Kudat Festival!
Activities kick off by 8:00am and runs till evening.
Contact Person; Mr.Sabdin Ibrahim 088 620410 088 611303
MAH Rafting Competition and Family Day 2014 21 June 2014
Bring your family to Tanjung Aru Beach for a day of fun in the sun this month! The highlight is a rafting competition using rafts made from recyclable materials.
Organizer; Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Sabah/Labuan Chapter
Event VenueTanjung Aru Beach 1
Contact Person; Ms. Tulip Noorazyze, Director of Quality Improvement & Corporate Social Responsibility (STARs) 088 327880
Bring your family to Tanjung Aru Beach for a day of fun in the sun this month! The highlight is a rafting competition using rafts made from recyclable materials.
Organizer; Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Sabah/Labuan Chapter
Event VenueTanjung Aru Beach 1
Contact Person; Ms. Tulip Noorazyze, Director of Quality Improvement & Corporate Social Responsibility (STARs) 088 327880
Sandakan Founding Day 21 June 2014
The founding of Sandakan on 21 June 1897 ushered in a period of development that turned this coastal village into a booming center of trade, industry and tourism. Get an insight into Sandakan’s fascinating history and its modern-day accomplishment.
Organizer; Sandakan Municipal Council
Event VenueSandakan Municipal Council Square
Contact; PersonFarizal Setoh 089 224026
The founding of Sandakan on 21 June 1897 ushered in a period of development that turned this coastal village into a booming center of trade, industry and tourism. Get an insight into Sandakan’s fascinating history and its modern-day accomplishment.
Organizer; Sandakan Municipal Council
Event VenueSandakan Municipal Council Square
Contact; PersonFarizal Setoh 089 224026
The Reef Day 21 June 2014
In keeping with their tradition of events focused on creating environmental awareness, the Reef Dive Resort hosts its annual Reef Day to raise consciousness on the conditions of Sabah’s waters and how to improve conservation.
Organizer; The Reef Dive Resort & Tours Sdn Bhd
Event VenueMataking Island
Contact Person; Ms. Chok, Personal Assistant 089 770022
In keeping with their tradition of events focused on creating environmental awareness, the Reef Dive Resort hosts its annual Reef Day to raise consciousness on the conditions of Sabah’s waters and how to improve conservation.
Organizer; The Reef Dive Resort & Tours Sdn Bhd
Event VenueMataking Island
Contact Person; Ms. Chok, Personal Assistant 089 770022
Black & White Rainbow – A Mystery of Friendship, Trust & Betrayal 27 - 29 Jun 2014
‘Black & White Rainbow’ is a play that was first staged in 2010 by the Green Leaf Theatre House. The play revolves around 7 friends who are dancers in a Cultural Village. Despite their different personalities and attitudes towards life, they shine as a group in embracing each other’s differences. However, this bond is put to the test when they discover a bag of money. What happens next? Find out at the Seminar Room of Jabatan Kesenian dan Kebudayaan Negara, Sabah this June.
Tickets are sold at at RM25 (Non Members) and RM20 (Members). The show starts at 8:00pm.
Organizer; Green Leaf Theatre House
Event VenueJabatan Kesenian dan Kebudayaan Negara
Contact PersonHazli and Cintha 012 2077181, 019 2312029
‘Black & White Rainbow’ is a play that was first staged in 2010 by the Green Leaf Theatre House. The play revolves around 7 friends who are dancers in a Cultural Village. Despite their different personalities and attitudes towards life, they shine as a group in embracing each other’s differences. However, this bond is put to the test when they discover a bag of money. What happens next? Find out at the Seminar Room of Jabatan Kesenian dan Kebudayaan Negara, Sabah this June.
Tickets are sold at at RM25 (Non Members) and RM20 (Members). The show starts at 8:00pm.
Organizer; Green Leaf Theatre House
Event VenueJabatan Kesenian dan Kebudayaan Negara
Contact PersonHazli and Cintha 012 2077181, 019 2312029
Green Health Fair (Kota Kinabalu 2014) 28 - 29 Jun 2014
Go natural, Go organic. Green Health & Natural products Fair is introducing healthy living lifestyle to Kota Kinabalu. More than 30 exhibitors will showcase their natural and organic product during the 2-days expo.
Note: Free Entrance for public
Organizer; Eleventh Avenue Marketing
Event Venue; Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
088 383 453, 014 957 5738
Go natural, Go organic. Green Health & Natural products Fair is introducing healthy living lifestyle to Kota Kinabalu. More than 30 exhibitors will showcase their natural and organic product during the 2-days expo.
Note: Free Entrance for public
Organizer; Eleventh Avenue Marketing
Event Venue; Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
088 383 453, 014 957 5738
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