Photos: Bernama
A colour‑filled night lit up Malam Citra Warna Kuala Perlis 2026 with vibrant hues, illuminated floats and traditional attire, transforming Dataran Lok 9 in Kuala Perlis into a glowing celebration of culture and heritage.
Massive brightly-lit floats and more than 200 detailed vehicles, including lorries, vintage vans and retro motorcycles, rolled through the festival grounds, while participants in full traditional dress took part in the Himpunan Melayu Berbusana gathering.
The whole area was bathed in light. Decorative street lamps, vendor stalls from the youth entrepreneur bazaar, and stage lighting for cultural performances and traditional dances all combined to create a lively, immersive atmosphere.
Entertainment leaned heavily into heritage, with traditional dance showcases alongside high‑energy events such as international tug‑of‑war, Muay Thai, arm‑wrestling and modern additions to e‑sports tournaments.
The night ended with a spectacular fireworks display over the waterfront, lighting up the sky and reflecting across the sea at the waterfront venue.
The festival was also held in conjunction with the 83rd birthday celebration of Raja of Perlis Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail.
Traditional dance performances with dancers donning different colours painted across Dataran Lok 9 during the Malam Citra Warna Kuala Perlis 2026
A performer in elaborate traditional make-up and jewellery at the festival.
Decorative lights and colourful installations create a carnival-like atmosphere along the Kuala Perlis waterfront.
Brightly lit floats and performers in a glowing cultural showcase.
A dragon dance performance adds a festive touch to the celebrations.
Traditional dancers entertain the huge crowds.
Clad in striking indigenous attire, orang asli dancers captivate onlookers during the cultural festivities at ‘Malam Citra Warna Kuala Perlis 2026’.
Clad in striking indigenous attire, orang asli dancers captivate onlookers during the cultural festivities at ‘Malam Citra Warna Kuala Perlis 2026’.
