Special Events

Kelantan Flora Festival

The Kelantan Flora Festival is also held in the month of April showcasing the region’s variety in flora with large intricate flower floats as well as entertaining performances.

Kelantan International Kite Festival 2013

First held in 1982, the Kelantan International Kite Festival 2013 returns for its 31st edition! International kite fliers from Thailand, Brunei, China and many other countries will gather and show off their skills against each other.

Highlights of the event include kite-making contest, beach soccer competitions and silat demonstrations. As a unique tourism product of the state, the event aims to draw more local and foreign tourists to visit Kelantan.

Organiser : Kelantan Tourism Information Center (TIC)

Date        : 29 May – 1 June 2013

Venue      : Pantai Geting beach, Tumpat, Kelantan

Kelantan Marine Festival

Each July, the annual Kelatan Marine festival is held, featuring boat races, marine sports competitions and a fishing festival. In addition, there’s a trade fair held in conjunction with the festival and ongoing demonstrations of Kelantan art and culture.

Games Festival

A two-day festival of games is held in Kota Bharu at the beginning of April. This is a chance for visitors to take part in centuries-old Kelantanese pastimes. Interesting games that are part of the festivities include ‘elephant slippers’. Participants form teams, with each team making its way to the finish line in a single giant slipper.

Bird Singing Competition

Songbirds are very popular in Kelantan. Visitors can enjoy the spectacular songs of these colourful birds at Kelantan’s annual Bird Singing Competition. The event is held in Kota Bharu and attracts competitors and observers from all parts of the country.