Riot of colours across night skies

Performers in ethnic outfits on the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus posing before going on tour around the streets of the administrative capital.

Night skies around Klang Valley were lit up on the eve of National Day, offering a rousing commemoration of the 68th anniversary of the country’s independence.

Thousands watching the mesmerising fireworks display on the eve of National Day at Dataran Merdeka.

In Putrajaya, the location of the national-level celebration, the night’s entertainment included the RiUH Merdeka event in the vicinity of Millennium Monument, which included performances by artistes and cultural troupes, art workshops, food vendors and markets.

Songbird Yuna performing at the Millennium Monument along with local artistes ahead of the countdown to National Day in Putrajaya.

A Hop-On Hop-Off bus also took to the streets of the administrative capital with an info-tainment theme fostering patriotism through songs, dances and pantomime performances.

68th National Day countdown celebration at KLCC. 30 AUGUST 2025 —CHAN TAK KONG/The Star

In Kuala Lumpur, crowds gathered early to get the best seats in several areas including KL City Centre, Dataran Mer­deka and KL Tower, for a night of entertainment including cultural performances. The highlight was rounds of fireworks booming over the capital.

Spectators capture photos of colourful fireworks bursting over the PETRONAS Twin Towers on the eve of National Day. — Photos: Bernama

In Shah Alam, Selangor kicked off its state-level celebration with a parade, a slew of performances and fireworks to welcome National Day.