Malaysia has been renowned as the best kite festival organizer. This international acclaimed event has been hosted continuously since 1995. Attracting hundreds of thousands visitors, kiting enthusiasts all the world. Last year, over 180 international kite flyers from 25 countries came to Pasir Gudang in Johore, Malaysia to experience the best organized kite festival.
The festival is filled with domestic and international contests, demonstrations, spectacular ground displays and many amazing kites you never see.
The inaugural ceremony starts with a participant parade which presents all local and international guests. Waving flags, the international guests represent their countries with pride as well as well over 100,000 spectators cheer. Following the precession and the arrival of VVIP, His Royal Highness Sultan of Johore, local wau (traditional kite) and International participants gets their chances to present their kite flying skills.
Over the festival duration, engulf and explore the incredible number of stalls selling various goods, collectibles, snack and food.
Enjoy the night with spectacular cultural and modern performances line up your stay and do not forget to visit the Kite Museum which is within the festival site.
Malaysia Kite Festival is jointly organized by Pasir Gudang Minicipal Council and Johore State of Government, Johore Tourism Department, Johore Art & Culture Department and Johore Kite Association with cooperation various government agencies.
Mr. Saifuddin Nawawi