7 July 2011

All events are subject to change. Also free of charge unless otherwise stated

1 . Open House: Public and Private Heritage Buildings

Venue  : Various locations

Time    : 2pm to 5pm

Experience the town as a vast museum as various heritage landmarks, both public and private, opens their doors to visitors. Take your pick: Light House at Esplanade, Yeng Keng Hotel, Muda House, Penang Gold Smith Association, Cheah Kongsi, Islamic Museum, St. George’s Church, Penang State Museum, and more.

*Cheong Fatt Sze Mansion (limited to first 100 persons only and open at 1.30pm) 

CHECK HERE FOR THE FULL LIST OF OPEN HOUSE 

2. Malay Cultural Performances

Venue  : Lebuh Acheh

Time    : 5pm-9pm

The local Malay community presents an exciting programme of cultural performances including Boria, Ghazal, songs from the 60’s, Gamelan and Silat.

 

3. Chinese Cultural Performance and Exhibition

Venue  : Penang Teochew Association, Lebuh Chulia

Time   : 3pm to 10pm 
             (Open house and Exhibition)

             6pm to 11pm 

             (Cultural activities and performances)

An exhibition on the history of Penang’s Teochew clan and HanJiang Educational System, presented alongside cultural performances including grand Teochew Drums and Gongs, Traditional Teochew Opera and song, Chinese Orchestra, 24 Seasonal Drums, Harmonica music, traditional Chinese dance and Dragon Dance. Don’t misses the other cultural experiences such as Teochew Opera make up demonstration and showcase of Teochew craft and food!

4. Vintage Bicycle Parade

Venue  : Start from Kapitan Keling Mosque to Gurney Drive 

Time    : 3pm - 6pm

Come and witness the fun parade showcasing the vintage bicycles.

5. Book Launch: Heritage Trees of Penang

Venue  : E & O Hotel, Lebuh Farquhar

Time    : 9am

Admission: By Invitation only

Enquiries: Areca Books, 2610307

Book launch of ‘Heritage Trees of Penang’, written by Simon Garder, Pindar and Lai Ee May. 

6.  Traditional Food & Craft Bazaar

Venue  : Lebuh Armenian and Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling

Time   : 5pm to 9pm

George Town at its ‘rojak’ best – a melting pot of clashing colours and flavours. At this street bazaar, visitors are welcome to witness the city’s various communities put on a rich display of their heritage. See demonstrations of Chinese lantern-making, Batik art, Indian garland-tying, henna tattoo art, and other handicrafts. You can also feast on delicacies such as Nyonya cuisine, the famed Penang’s laksa, and Eurasian pastries and more.

  

7. Meng Eng Soo Open Day - The Path that Our Sage Predecessors Walked

Venue  : Meng Eng Soo, 48, Jalan Pintal Tali/Rope Walk

Time    : 6pm to 10pm

Inquiries: 2645576

An exhibition that pays tribute to the pioneers and leaders of Penang’s Chinese communities and clan associations. Also features street performances of Boria, drummers, traditional singing, storytelling, and more.

Public are encourage to dress up in your best traditional costume. Experience the early life of Penang, all the buying and selling on the day will use old money (replica).

8. Indian Muslim Musical Performance @ Lebuh Queen

Venue   : Main Stage at Lebuh Queen

Time    : 6pm to 10pm

The Indian Muslim community celebrates its heritage with performances of Islamic cultural songs, 'Baith' recitals, Qawwali, Ghazals performance and more.

9.  Lion Dance Performance on High Poles

Venue    : Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling

Time     : 7pm & 9pm 

10.  Violinist on the Streets

Venue  : Lebuh Armenian and Lebuh Cannon

Time    : 6pm to 8pm

Twenty-year-old Nanaco busks on the streets of Penang. It’s a rare treat to be serenaded by this Japanese violin prodigy who has performed in the USA and Japan. Find her on the street!

11.  Chinese Orchestra & Exhibition of Penang Old Postcards

Venue  : Cheah Kongsi, Lebuh Armenian

Time    : 5pm to 9pm (Exhibition)

  7pm to 10pm (Performance)

Witness a riveting cum contemporized performance by the 4U Chinese band that uses traditional Chinese musical instruments such as Erhu, Pipa, Tizi, Guzheng and Yangqin. Also featuring exhibition of Penang old postcard by Penang Philatelic Society.

12. George Town Cultural
      
Show

Venue  : Khoo Kongsi, Lebuh Cannon

Time    : 8pm to 10pm

George Town’s dancers come alive in this vibrant showcase of movement and music. Featuring dance performances by members of the local multi-ethic groups such as Indian, Chinese, Punjabi, Siamese and Peranakan communities. List of the dance is important

Also features a contemporary dance piece ‘12 Monkeys and More’ consisting of individual works by Zubin Mohamad (Malaysia), Ghaffar Pourazar (China) and Jitti Compee (Thailand). 

                                        
About 12 monkeys and more, see HERE

24) Teochew Puppet Show

Venue  : Yeng Keng Hotel, Lebuh Chulia

Time    : 7pm to 10pm  

25) Indian Muslim Exhibition at Kapitan Keling Mosque

Venue  : Kapitan Keling Mosque, Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling

Time    : 10 am to 10 pm

An exhibition of photographs and artifacts that takes you through the history of the Indian Muslim community in Penang.     

26） Heritage Celebration at Acheen Street Malay Mosque

Venue  : Lebuh Acheh and Acheen Street Malay Mosque compound

Time    : 10am to 10pm

 

Exhibition of the history of Acheen Street Malay Mosque and experience the authentic Malay culture in Islamic calligraphy, food and craft and traditional games.     

27) Penang Teochew Association Exhibition

Venue  : Penang Teochew Association, Lebuh Chulia

Time    : 3pm to 10pm  

Exhibition on the history of Penang Teochew clan and and HanJiang Educational System.    

28) Nasi Kandar Food Festival

Location  : Lebuh Queen

Time       : 6pm to 11pm

Price       : price of food will be decided by the organizer    

As you dig into a plate of delicious Nasi Kandar in George Town, be sure to keep an eye out for showcases of the history of the legendary dish.