Kelantan Folk Arts Festival
Malaysia Travel lists Kelantan traditional arts programming including wayang kulit performances alongside other regional folk arts, workshops, talks, and exhibitions.
When
June 19–21, 2026
Festival schedule varies
Price
Price at organizer
Check the organizer for final availability.
Location
Kelantan, Kota Bharu, Kelantan
Malaysia
Organizer
Malaysia Travel
in person
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