Wasup Penang - July 2010

UNESCO World Heritage Celebration 2010

George Town is celebrating its 2nd anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 7th July 2010. A month-long "George Town Festival" is inaugurated in conjunction with this year's celebration, featuring over 30 programs throughout the month of July!

Period: 1-31 July 2010
Venue: George Town
Organiser:
Penang State Government, Municipal Council of Penang Island, George Town World Heritage Incorporated and Penang Global Tourism
Contact: 04-6505136
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MATTA Fair Penang 2010

Discover fabulous and value travel packages during this annual tourism fair.
Period
2nd July 2010 (5pm - 9pm)
3rd & 4th July 2010 (10am - 9pm)
Venue
Penang International Sports Arena (PISA)
Organiser
Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel Agents (Penang Chapter)
Contact
Ms Evelyn Toh or Ms Emilie Lim 04-8900106
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Penang TYT Open Charity Golf Tournament 2010

In conjunction with Penang TYT's birthday, the Penang State Government will be holding a 18 holes golf competition for team of 4. Around 120 participants are expected to take part in this international competition. This is a charity fun raising gold tournament for the TYT Fund. The Governor of Penang will be playing alongside corporate leaders in this event.
Period
3rd July 2010 9am - 8pm
Venue
Bukit Jambul Country Club
Organiser
Penang State Government
Contact
04- 6505136
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UNESCO World Heritage Celebration 2010 -  Streets Come Alive, Unforgettable George Town

Indulge yourself in a full day of events throughout George Town including street cultural performances by the multicultural communities of Penang, a heritage â€otrea-shawâ€� hunt, open house to public and private heritage buildings, a shophouse t rail , cemetery tour, and boat rides at the clan jetties. In addition, don't miss the chance to learn and get your hands on a variety of traditional crafts and foods from the numerous street stalls.
Period
7 July 2010 8am - 11pm
Venue
George Town Heritage Core Zone
Organiser
Penang State Government, Municipal Council of Penang Island, George Town World Heritage Incorporated and Penang Global Tourism
Contact
04-6505136
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PenFurnex 2010
PENFURNEX an annual event organized by Penang Furniture Manufacturers and Dealers Association (PFMDA) in July act as a platform for furniture entrepreneurs and consumers in the northern region to showcase latest, innovative ideas as well as elegant furniture and furnishing designs to meet the high level of quality demanded by today's consumers. Since the 1st Penfurnex held in 2004, consumers now has the best opportunity to source for the best furniture and furnishing products at competitive price.
Period
16 - 18 July 2010
Venue
PISA (Penang Indoor Sport Arena)
Organiser
Penang Furniture Manufacturers and Dealers Association (PFMDA)
Contact
604 - 398 6666
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Bon Odori Festival 2010

Bon Odori Festival is a Japanese Buddhist observance honouring the spirits of ancestors, who return once a year to visit their families. Traditional dance is performed to entertain the spirits of the ancestors. Fireworks of 15 minutes will be display at 10.00pm.
Period
17th July 2010 6pm - 10pm
Venue
Esplanade
Organiser
The Consulate of Japan, Penang State Tourism Development & Culture and Bon Odori Committee
Contact
04-2263030
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St Anne's Annual Novena & Feastday Celebration 2010

A 9 day prayer ritual that draws a congregation of its followers. In conjunction with the annual St Anne's fest which the Night of Candle ligt procession usually follows at the church grounds.
Period
23 July 2010 - 1 August 2010 8am - 10pm
Venue
St Anne's Church Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth
Organiser
St Anne's Church
Contact
04-538 6405
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Dragon Boat 1st Club Crew Championship for Commonwealth Countries

Penang International Dragon Boat Festival committee successfully bid for this Dragon Boat 1st Club Crew Championship for Commonwealth Countries in August 2009. The event is a warm up to the 7th IDBF Club Crew World Championship in Macau on 29 Jul-1 Aug 2010. We expect around 2,000 dragon boat participants to visit Penang to take part in this competition.
Period
29 Jul-1 Aug 2010 From 8am-5pm
Venue
Teluk Bahang Dam
Organiser
Penang State Government
Contact
06 - 650 5136
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