Gawai: The Living Heritage

Celebrate the Harvest Festival with a month-long immersive cultural journey throughout June. We begin with “The Ngepan Chronicles,” a museum-style exhibition of rare traditional costumes alongside a live hand-tap tattoo demonstration. Week 2 features the “Borneo Fusion Pop-Up,” a trendy market highlighting modern twists on local delicacies like Tuak ice cream and Pansoh burgers. Week 3 brings the “Tribal Beats” Sape jamming sessions and craft workshops. The celebration concludes with the community-led “Ngiling Bidai” (mat rolling) ceremony and a thrilling public Sumpit (Blowpipe) Challenge, blendingSarawak’s rich traditions with modern lifestyle experiences.