KUCHING: The Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) here will come alive on Wednesday (Sept 16) night as thousands gather for the national-level Malaysia Day 2026 event.
Sarawak is once again the site of the celebration, having last played host in 2023.
The programme will begin at 7pm with a pre-show segment, followed by the arrival of invited guests from 7.30pm.
The guests of honour include Sarawak Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, as well as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor are also scheduled to attend.
The official ceremony, beginning at 8.15pm, will feature the Prime Minister’s address, followed by the signing of the Malaysia Day Celebration Special Book.
The celebration will then showcase a line-up of performances featuring invited artistes, a musical theatre presentation and a grand finale bringing together performers representing the three regions – Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak.
The public in Kuching can also witness a fireworks display at the Kuching Waterfront as part of the celebration’s closing segment.
About 5,000 people are expected to attend the event.
Leading up to the main celebration, several activities were organised, including a Malaysia Day exhibition held from Sept 10 to 16 at Plaza Merdeka here.
Two thanksgiving ceremonies were also held in conjunction with the event – an interfaith thanksgiving prayer on Sept 14 at Pullman Hotel and a thanksgiving ceremony on Sept 15 at the Sarawak State Jamek Mosque here. – Bernama
