Two day games festival in Padang Perdana, Kota Bharu starting on the (1st April) is where the visitor can participate in age-old Kelantanese pastimes. Have a little fun at unusual games with amusing names like "elephant slippers", where participants are divided into teams and each team is required to walk in one giant slipper to the finish-line; sand canoe (canoeing on the sand); tug-of-war; chopping wood; and more, in this two-day games festival. This is an opportunity to experience and enjoy traditional Malay games.

Kelantan Flora Festival (April 2-10) This ten-day fest introduces the colourful flora of Kelantan. A parade of floral floats can be viewed in conjunction with the event and visitors can enjoy cultural performances and games.

Kelantan International Go-Kart Competition (April) An amateur go-kart challenge held in conjunction with the birthday celebrations of the Sultan of Kelantan.

Kite Festival (May) This spectacular festival is usually held in May and is a photographers delight.

Drum Festival (July) A fun event on the local festival calendar.

National Day (31 August) The country celebrates it's independence on 31 August with parades and shows. Towns and cities throughout Malaysia will be gaily decorated and adorned with lights for the grand occasion.

Bird Singing Competition (August) Here the visitor can enjoy viewing as well as listen to some of Malaysia's spectacular songbirds. Held in Kota Bharu it is a popular festival with the local Malay populace.

Malaysia Fest (September) For two weeks, all the major hotels and shopping complexes join forces to feature the culture, cuisine and handicrafts of the various states in Malaysia.

Top Spinning Festival (September) A child's delight for Westeners, this is a popular sport in Malaysia for young and old alike.

Deepavali (October/November) The "Festival of Lights" is a celebration which marks the triumph of good over evil. During this festival, Hindu homes are emblazoned with lights to symbolize this triumph.

Christmas (25 December) Celebrated by Christians similar to any other part of the world. Midnight services are held at churches on Christmas eve. Shopping centres, hotels, old folks homes and children's homes echo with beautiful carols. The revelry and yuletide spirit of Christmas is enjoyed by Christians and non-Christians alike.

Hari Raya Aidil Fitri is celebrated by Muslims after the month-long Ramadan (fasting month). Muslims usher in the new year with prayers in the mosques followed by receiving well-wishers in their homes.