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The RIUH Pi HAWANA 2026 carnival launches tonight at PICCA@Arena Butterworth with an opening concert featuring top Malaysian musicians. The three-day event celebrates National Journalists' Day and is expected to attract 30,000 visitors.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has praised the Riuh Pi HAWANA carnival for successfully showcasing local creative talent and entrepreneurship, encouraging public attendance through the event's final days.
Malaysian rock bands Exists, Bunkface and Masdo will headline the RIUH Pi HAWANA Carnival in Penang next month, bringing together 30,000 visitors for a celebration of music, heritage crafts and community engagement.