04-07-2025
5,000 expected at festival in Kg Agong
Chow (sixth from right) at the Penang2030 Festival press conference to be organised in conjunction with Seberang Perai Heritage Day 2025 on July 12 in Kampung Agong. — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star
July 12 event to celebrate heritage and innovation
MORE than 5,000 people are expected to attend Penang2030 Festival X Seberang Perai Heritage Day 2025 at Kampung Agong in Penaga.
The festival, set for July 12, combines the annual Penang2030 celebration with Seberang Perai Heritage Day.
The event aims to preserve cultural heritage, promote family participation and build stronger community ties in rural areas.
It is a collaboration between the Chief Minister's Office (Penang2030 Unit), Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP), Penang Island City Council (MBPP), Tech Dome Penang and Penang Green Council (PGC).
'This joint effort is aligned with the state's Penang2030 Vision – to build a 'Smart and Green State Inspired by a Family-Focused Approach',' said Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow at a press conference at Komtar.
He said this year marked the seventh anniversary of the Penang2030 Vision.
Activities lined up for the festival on Penang mainland include a mix of cultural showcases and modern tech experiences.
Among the highlights are science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) activities and workshops by Tech Dome Penang, including stargazing and giant bubble-making, Maker Space by MBPP for creative innovation, and sustainability workshops by PGC.
Other activities are traditional performances and workshops such as batik painting, silat and wayang kulit, as well as traditional games like sepak raga bulatan.
The event is also supported by state agencies and community groups such as Penang Social Welfare Department, state Public Library, District Health Office and Fire and Rescue Department.
