Events
Because Sabah is a pretty happening destination, there is always an interesting event either taking place or just around the corner.
From important festivals scattered throughout the year, thanks to Sabah’s ethnic diversity, to expos, sporting events, concerts and competitions, there is so much going on that it’s hard to keep track.
We’ve compiled some of the exciting events and what’s happening in Kota Kinbalu, Sabah in an easy to reference list below, so now you can stay up to date with what’s happening where and when… the list is a work in progress and grows and shrinks with every passing day.
Type: Comedy
Date: Fri, 21 Jun 13
Where: Jugs, Kota Kinabalu
Entry Fee: RM 50+
Ph: 016 831 2381
Comedy Bah – Standup Comedy
Expect to laugh until you cry.
Comedy Bah, Sabah's own Comedy Club Outfit, is gaining momentum with more regular shows to not just make Sabahans laugh, but to also showcase Sabah's own hidden talents, waiting for their minute or 3 in the laughter limelight.
Type: Culture
Date: Sun, 23 Jun 13
Where: Sabah Cultural Centre, Kota Kinabalu
Entry Fee: Free
Ph: 088 268 851
Sabah International Folklore Festival
Expect cultural dances representing the world's diversity.
In June / July dance troupes from around the world will converge on Sabah for the next edition of the International Folklore Festival.
Type: Music
Date: Fri, 28 Jun 13
Where: The Tip of Borneo, Kudat
Entry Fee: Free
Ph: 088 232 121
Sunset Music Fest at the Tip of Borneo
Expect beautiful music with a beautiful view.
The annual Sunset Music Fest at the Tip of Borneo takes place at the end of June at the northern most tip of Borneo called Tanjung Simpang Mengayau.
Type: Sport
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 13
Where: Sutera Harbour Marina, Kota Kinabalu
Entry Fee: Free
Ph: 088 23 2121
Borneo International Yachting Challenge (BIYC)
Expect the salty sea breeze blowing through your hair.
The Borneo International Yachting Challenge (BIYC) returns to Kota Kinabalu for its 10th season in 2013.
Type: Memorial
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 13
Where: Sandakan Memorial Park, Kota Kinabalu
Entry Fee: Free
Ph: 016 848 8866
Sandakan Memorial Day
Expect to remember the fallen heroes of the Sandakan Death Marches
On Sandakan Memorial Day we remember the fallen heroes who perished on the death marches that took place towards the end of the Second World War in 1945.
Type: Awareness
Date: Fri, 16 Aug 13
Where: , Kota Kinabalu
Entry Fee: RM 1,290
Ph:
Coalition Duchenne – Expedition Mt Kinabalu
Expect an international team climbing to raise awareness for Duchenne.
Coalition Duchenne will hold its 3rd annual Expedition Mt Kinabalu on 16 - 18 August 2013.
Type: Sport
Date: Sun, 1 Sep 13
Where: Stadium Likas, Kota Kinabalu
Entry Fee: Free
Ph:
Borneo Sevens Rugby Tournament
Expect high-speed IRB Rugby 7s action in Sabah, Borneo.
The Borneo Sevens Rugby tournament will come back to Kota Kinabalu in 2013, with an exact date yet to be confirmed.
Type: Expo
Date: Fri, 20 Sep 13
Where: Sutera Harbour Resort, Kota Kinabalu
Entry Fee: Free
Ph: 088 498 090
Sabah International Expo
Expect to make business connection from BIMP-EAGA regions.
The SIE (Sabah International Expo) is a trade and investment expo that focusses on Sabah's economic development priorities.
