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Events
Melaka River Festival
24May–23June, DataranSungaiMelaka,
Malacca
Inspired by the San Antonio River Festival
in USA, the annual Melaka River Festi-
val showcases a number of watersport
activities culminating in its two events
– the Float Parade and the Melaka Parade
Competition. The festival aims to promote
Melaka in general, particularly the Melaka
River and monorail that travels from the
Spice Garden toDataranHang Tuah. Come
discover the beauty of Melaka through this
exciting event.
Elie Goulding Live in Singapore
13 June,The StarTheatre, Singapore
British songstress Ellie Goulding is set
to burn up the stage with her second
trip to Singapore. The multi-talented
artist has had an incredible year and
risen to become one of the most talked
about acts in modern music. Her most
recent album
Halcyon Days
reached
number one in the UK charts and im-
mensely popular singles
Burn
and
I
Need Your Love
lit up the charts and
radio worldwide. With her downright
catchy tunes, powerful vocals and
eclectic personal style, this live show is
set to knock your socks off!
Rainforest World Music Festival
20–22 June, Sarawak Cultural Village, Kuching, Sarawak
A unique festival that brings renowned world musicians from all continents and
indigenous musicians from the interiors of the mythical island of Borneo together on the
same stage, The Rainforest WorldMusic Festival is one that celebrates cultural diversity.
Made up of afternoon informative workshops, ethno-musical lectures, jamming sessions
and mini concerts, followed by evening performances on the main stage, this fun filled,
unique occasion in the heart of the Borneo Jungle is one that is well worth experiencing.
June Happenings
Gawai Dayak Festival
1 –2 June,Throughout Sarawak
Gawai Dayak is a harvest festival celebrated by Sarawak’s indigenous people, particularly
the Ibans and Bidayuhs, in their traditional costumes. First celebrated on June 1, 1965
and became a symbol of unity, aspiration and hope for the Dayak community, it has
become an integral part of the Dayak social life today. As it is a thanksgiving day,
marking a bountiful harvest and a time to plan for the new farming season or other
endeavors ahead, ceremonial offerings of various local traditional delicacies and
tuak
(home-made rice wine) aremade to the gods of rice and prosperity. This unique festivity
is a “must-see” occasion for local and foreign tourists alike.