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Kek Lok Si Temple Display of Lights
6 February 2010 Until 14 February 2010
During the Chinese New Year (CNY) celebrations, approximately 230,000 light bulbs and 10,000 lanterns will be lighted up every night for 33 days in conjunction with CNY. The temple is particularly impressive as it remains open until late at night, while the thousands of lights turn the scenery into a sea of light.
Venue:
Kek Lok Si Temple, Air Itam
Penang
Phone: 604 889 8222
Website: www.visitpenang.gov.my
Organiser:
Kek Lok Si Temple
Putrajaya Night Marathon 2010
6 February 2010 Until 6 February 2010
The 1st Putrajaya Night Marathon is participated by 8,000 from participants from Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, Hong Kong, China, Germany, Holland, Japan, Kenya, South Africa, Myanmar, Great Britain, Slovakia and Vietnam. Come watch the action!
Venue:
Istana Kehakiman, Presint 3, Putrajaya
Putrajaya
Email:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Website: worldactionsports.net or www.hooha.asia
Organiser:
Twenty First Century Sports, World Actions Sports
Chinese New Year
14 February 2010 Until 15 February 2010
Chinese New Year is a time for celebration and merrymaking. Family reunion feasts and open houses are a common feature and children receive ‘ang pows’ or little red money packets from the elders. Don’t miss the exciting lion and dragon dance performances at shopping malls and homes!
Venue:
ALL
Phone: Tourism Info Line - 1300 88 5050
Website: www.tourism.gov.my
National Craft Day 2010
24 February 2010 Until 24 March 2010
Several activities showcasing local handicrafts will be held from 24 February to 8 March in conjunction with the Craft Festival. This includes: New Craft products, Corporate Gift Products, Traditional Musical Instruments, Crafts Technology, Buyer-Seller Meetings (Incoming Buying Mission), Crafts Design Workshop, Design Centre Activities, Demonstrations, Making Of the International Crafts products, Making of the Musical Instruments, Making of Traditional Cookies, Interactive Crafts Activities, Group Guided Tour, Craft Entrepreneur Services Counter and Cultural Performances.

(Time : 10.00 am- 8.00 pm (Sunday-Thursday)
10 am – 10 pm (Friday-Saturday))

Venue:
Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex,
Jalan Conlay,
Kuala Lumpur
Phone: 603 21627459 / 603 2161 1480
Website: www.kraftangan.gov.my
Organiser:
Kraftangan Malaysia and Ministry of Information Communication and Culture
Chap Goh Meh Celebration
27 February 2010 Until 27 February 2010
Chap Goh Meh, also known as Chinese Valentine's Day, is a time for young maidens to ride along the scenic Esplanade in trishaws, seeking out their soul mate. As part of the tradition, the women will throw oranges into the sea while wishing for a good husband. The 15th night of the Lunar New Year is celebrated with joy and excitement to mark the end of the festivities.
Venue:
Esplanade
Penang
Phone: 604- 650 5136
Website: www.visitpenang.gov.my
Organiser:
Penang State Government
Chap Goh Mei Celebration
28 February 2010 Until 28 February 2010
Chap Goh Mei Celebration in conjunction with the 20th Chinese New Year Carnival.
Venue:
Jalan Kubu, Melaka
Melaka
Phone: 06-284 8282
Fax: 06-282 8929
Organiser:
Melaka Chinese New Year Carnival Organising Committee
KK City Tourism Treasure Hunt 2010
28 February 2010 Until 28 February 2010
An annual event held in conjunction with the city day celebration. Treasure hunters search the city high and low while getting to know Kota Kinabalu better. Everyone is welcome to join the hunt and win attractive prizes.
Venue:
Kota Kinabalu
Sabah
Phone: 60 88 521 800
Fax: 60 88 316137
Website: http://www.dbkk.sabah.gov.my