Pesta Pulau Pinang to continue at new venue
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang government will continue Pesta Pulau Pinang this year, with Padang Menora being considered as the new venue after the festival lost its long-time site at the Sungai Nibong fairground.
George Town, Penang - The Penang government has announced that Pesta Pulau Pinang will continue this year, with Padang Menora identified as the new venue after the long-standing site at Sungai Nibong fairground is no longer available. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow revealed the decision, stating that Perda had offered the site for the festival.
Despite the smaller size of Padang Menora compared to the previous location, it was deemed suitable for the event and will allow Pesta Pulai Pinang to continue. The state executive council decided to keep the festival's name, recognizing its public popularity since its inception 50 years ago. The 2025/2026 edition will run from December 1 to 31, marking its final run at Sungai Nibong before the area is utilized for the Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project.
Pesta Pulai Pinang was introduced in 1970 by Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu to boost business activity and create economic opportunities amid high unemployment and economic challenges.
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