BRUNEI
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
HOLIDAYS
AND CELEBRATIONS |
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2009 |
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New
Year's Day |
January
01 |
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Consumer Products and
Food Fair Part 3 |
January 08 |
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Venue: International Convention Centre (ICC)
from
8th January to 11th January 2009
Organiser:
Sunlit Advertising
Information & Inquiry:
Sunlit Advertising
Office: +673
2453666
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Sheraton Utama Hotel Open House |
January 18 |
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Venue:
Sheraton Utama Hotel
Organiser:
Sheraton Utama Hotel
Information & Inquiry:
Sheraton Utama Hotel
Office: +673
2244272
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Chinese New Year |
January
26 |
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Celebrated by Brunei’s
large Chinese community, this festival lasts
for two weeks. It begins with a family reunion
dinner on the eve of the Lunar New Year. For
the next two weeks, families visit one another
bringing with them oranges to symbolize longevity
and good fortune. Traditional cookies and
food are sold throughout cities and towns
during this festivity. Unmarried young people
and children will receive angpow or little
red packets with money inside, a symbolic
gesture to ensure good luck, wealth and health
for the coming year.
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Fisheries Carnival |
January 29 |
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Venue:
Kompleks Pendaratan Ikan, Muara
from
29th January to 1st February 2009
Organiser:
Fishery Department, Ministry of Industry and
Primary Resources
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Brunei International Trade & Consumer
Exhibition |
February
12 |
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Venue:
Banquet Hall J1 - J6, International
Convention Centre, Berakas
from
12th February to 15th February 2009
Organiser:
Cityneon Displays & Construction Sdn Bhd
Information & Inquiry:
Mr Jack Ting
Office: +673
2431204
Fax: +673 2431205
Email:
cityneon@brunet.bn
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RTB Awards 2008 / Anugerah RTB 2008 |
February
15 |
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Venue:
International Convention Centre, Berakas
Organiser:
Radio Television Brunei, Prime Minister
Office
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25th
Silver Jubilee National Day
Celebration |
February
23 |
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The entire nation celebrates
this joyous occasion, which many Bruneians
prepare for months in advance. Schoolchildren,
private sector representatives and civil servants
work hand-in-hand rehearsing their parts in
flash-card displays and other colourful public
gatherings. In addition, mass prayers and
Islamic scripture readings are held at mosques
throughout the country.
Venue:
Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium
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Pesta Produk Tempatan 2009 / Local Product
Fiesta |
February 24 |
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Venue:
Kompleks
Bumiputera FASA II, Bangar, Temburong
from
24th February to 28th February 2009
Organiser:
Local Marketing Development Unit, Section
Promotion & Entrepreneurial Development
Ministry of Industry & Primary Resources
Information & Inquiry:
Pg Hamrondiny Pg Hj Tajuddin
Siti
Abidah Alli
TEL: +673 2382822
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Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Memorial
Lecture |
February
25 |
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Venue:
Dewan Plenary, ICC, Berakas
Organiser:
Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
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Launching of Books & Exhibition |
February 26 |
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Venue: Rizqun International Hotel & Mall
Gadong
Organiser:
Brunei Historical Centre, Ministry of
Culture, Youth & Sport
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ANR National Grand Expo |
February 26 |
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Venue: The Mall Atrium, Gadong
from
26th February to 1st March 2009
Organiser: ANR Fatabarak Enterprise
Information & Inquiry:
Felix Shim
Tel: +673 2424305 (O) +673 8989900 (M)
Fax: +673 2424306
Email:
ANRFatabarak@brunet.bn ,
felixshim@brunet.bn |
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ABERDEEN Brunei Senior Master
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February
27 |
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Venue:
Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong
from
27th February to 1st March 2009
Organiser:
Aberdeen Asset Management
Information & Inquiry:
Website:
www.aberdeenbruneiseniors.com
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The Brunei Book Fair (BBF) |
February 27 |
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Venue:
Indoor Stadium, Hassanal Bolkiah Sport
Complex, Berakas
from
27th January to 8th March 2009
Organiser:
Language and Literature Bureau, Ministry of
Culture, Youth and Sports
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4th Travel Fair |
February 28 |
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Venue:
Oil & Gas Discovery Centre, Seria
Date: 28th February to 1st March 2009
Organiser:
ABACUS Distribution System
Information & Inquiry:
Mr Abd Halim Haji Abd Rahman
Office: +673
2242404
Mobile: +673 8772366
Fax: +673 2242484
Email:
abhalim@rba.com.bn
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3rd Triatlon Brunei Darussalam |
March
01 |
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Venue:
Serasa Beach & Hassanal Bolkiah National
Stadium
Organiser:
Youth & Sport Department
Information & Inquiry:
Youth & Sport Department
Office:
+673 2380713/ +673 2222900
/ 3335581 / 4260118 / 5221718
Fax: +673 2380042
Website:
www.belia-sukan.gov.bn
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Pesta Produk Tempatan 2009 / Local Product
Fiesta |
March
09 |
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Venue: Gerai Tudong Saji, Pekan Belait
from
3rd March to 7th March 2009
Organiser:
Local Marketing Development Unit, Section
Promotion & Entrepreneurial Development
Ministry of Industry & Primary Resources
Information & Inquiry:
Pg Hamrondiny Pg Hj Tajuddin
Siti
Abidah Alli
TEL: +673 2382822
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Birthday of Prophet
Mohammad |
March
09 |
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An address from officials of
the Ministry of Religious Affairs marks the
beginning of this auspicious occasion, and
Muslims throughout the country honour the
event with readings from the Holy Koran. His
Majesty the Sultan also gives a royal address
and, with other members of the Royal family,
leads a procession on foot through the main
streets of the capital. Religious functions,
lectures and other activities are also held
to celebrate nationwide.
Venue: Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar Ali
Saifuddien
Organiser: Islamic Eminence Development
Section, Ministry of Religious Affairs
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1st ASEAN Mountain Biking Championship |
March 12 |
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Venue: Berakas Forest Recreational Park
from
12th March to 15th March 2009
Organiser: Brunei Darussalam Cycling
Organisation, Brunei Tourism Department and
Youth & Sport Department
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Communicate Innovate Productive (C.I.P.) |
March 28 |
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Venue: The Mall Atrium, Gadong
from
28th March to 29th March 2009
Organiser: ANR Fatabarak Enterprise
Information & Inquiry:
Felix Shim
TEL: +673 2424305 (O) +673 8989900 (M)
FAX: +673 2424306
EMAIL:
ANRFatabarak@brunet.bn ,
felixshim@brunet.bn |
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Tug of War Championship Brunei-Muara
District |
March |
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Venue:
TBA
Organiser:
Majlis Perundingan Kampung Sengkurong /
Majlis Perundingan Kampung Jerudong and
Brunei-Muara District
Information & Inquiry:
Ketua Kampong Jerudong
Hj Mohd Rais bin Hj Ishak
Tel: +673 2610154
Mobile: +673 8878137
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Construction & Lifestyle Expo (CLEX) |
April 09 |
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Venue:
International Convention Centre (ICC)
from 9th April - 12th April 2009
Organiser:
Sunlit Advertising
Information & Inquiry:
Jason
Tel: +673 8720253
Email:
gaven@sunlitadvertising.com
Vivien
Tel: +673 8710091
Email:
vivien@sunlitadvertising.com
Tel: +673 2453666
Fax: +673 2453777
Website:
www.clexbrunei.com
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Career Carnival / Karnival Kerjaya
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April
28 |
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Venue:
International Convention Centre (ICC)
from 28th April - 3rd May 2009
Organiser:
Labour Department, Ministry of Home Affairs
Information & Inquiry:
Labour Department
Tel: +673 2382676
Email:
kwad@brunet.bn
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Adau Gayoh Festival |
May
01 |
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Venue:
PSJD building, Kampung Padang Bukit Udal,
Tutong
Organiser:
Persatuan / Pakatan Sang Jati Dusun & Majlis
Perundingan Kampung Bukit Udal
Information & Inquiry:
Newas Ukoi
Tel: +673 8741648
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Launching of "Menjelajah Daerah Tutong" |
May
10 |
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Venue:
Kompleks Dewan Kemasyarakatan, Tutong
Organiser:
PEMODA / Tutong District Office |
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International Museum Day |
May
18 |
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Venue:
Taman Warisan Tasek Merimbun, Tutong
Organiser:
Museum Department, Ministry of Culture,
Youth & Sport
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International Conference on Education (ICE) |
May
21 |
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Venue:
Chancellor Hall, University of Brunei
Darussalam
from 21st May
to 24th May 2009
Organiser:
University of Brunei Darussalam (UBD)
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Asian Delight Expo 2009 |
May
22 |
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Venue:
The Mall, Gadong
from 22nd May
to 24th May 2009
Organiser:
Prime Media Event
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Energy Fair 2009 |
May
24 |
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Venue:
Taman Omar Ali Saifuddien, Bandar Seri
Begawan
Organiser:
Ministry of Energy at the Prime Minister’s
Office
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Quran
Reading Competition |
May
27 |
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Venue:
Plenary Hall, International Convention
Centre, Berakas
from 27th May
to 28th May 2009
Organiser:
Islamic
Eminence Development Section, Ministry of
Religious Affairs
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Carnival Matan - Fishing Village |
May
29 |
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Venue:
Kampong Sungai Matan
from 29th May to 1st June 2009
Organiser:
Majlis Perundingan Mukim dan Kampong
Information & Inquiry:
Ketua Kampong Sungai Matan
Mobile: +673 8893061
Haji Ishak Haji Ismail
Mobile: +673 8843710
Pg Yunus Pg Haji Ibrahim
Mobile: +673 8656858
Pg Azmanishah PHAR
Mobile: +673 8738446
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Royal Brunei Armed
Forces Day |
May
31 |
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This holiday pays tribute to
the dedicated service of the Royal Brunei
Armed Forces. It is celebrated with military
parades, artillery displays, parachuting and
exhibitions.
Venue:
Pengkalan
Tentera Udara Diraja Brunei, Rimba
Organiser: Royal Brunei Armed Forces
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World Archives Day |
June
09 |
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Venue:
Archives Section, National Archives Building
Organiser:
Museum Department, Ministry of Culture,
Youth & Sport
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Pesta Sukan Remaja Kali Ke IV |
June 14 |
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Venue:
Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium, Berakas
from 14th June - 20th June 2009
Organiser:
Youth & Sport Department, Ministry of
Culture, Youth & Sport
Information & Inquiry:
Youth & Sport Department
Tel: +673 2381904
Fax: +673 2380042
Website: www.belia-sukan.gov.bn
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Hello Kitty Fantastical Adventure |
June 19 |
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Venue:
International Convention Centre (ICC)
from 19th June - 21st June 2009
Organiser:
Goodmiles
Information & Inquiry:
Tel:
+673 2335777 / +673 2337500
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Traditional Boat Race |
June 20 |
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Venue:
Sungai Bunga
from 20th June - 21st June 2009
Organiser:
Sungai Bunga
Youth Association
Information & Inquiry:
Pg Fadzillah Pg Mahmud
Tel: +673 2787616
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Olympic Day Run |
June
21 |
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Venue:
Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium, Berakas
Organiser:
Youth & Sport Department, Ministry of
Culture, Youth & Sport
Information & Inquiry:
Youth & Sport Department
Tel: +673 2381904
Fax: +673 2380042
Website: www.belia-sukan.gov.bn
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Consumer Product Fair Part 4 |
June
25 |
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Venue: International Convention Centre (ICC)
from
25th June to 28th June 2009
Organiser:
Sunlit Advertising
Information & Inquiry:
Stephen
Tel: +673 8755544
Email:
stephen@sunlitadvertising.com
Julia
Tel: +673 8958633
Email:
sales@sunlitadvertising.com
Tel: +673 2453666
Fax: +673 2453777
Website:
www.bruneiconsumerfair.com
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Asia-American Gateway (AAG) Submarine Cable
System Launching & Exhibition |
June 29 |
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Venue:
TBA
Organiser:
Ministry of Communication / TelBru, DST &
AiTi
Information & Inquiry:
Pg Hj Zuhairi Pg Hj Jamaluddin
Tel: +673 2322094
Mobile: +673 8113944
Fax: +673 2383800
Email:
zuhairi.jamaluddin@telbru.com.bn
Salim Pg Hj Amin
Email:
salim.amin@telbru.com.bn
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NBT Treasure Hunt |
July
05 |
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Venue:
Brunei-Muara District
Organiser:
NBT (Brunei) Sdn Bhd
Information & Inquiry:
Hjh Noorizah
Tel: +673 2445887
Fax: +673 2421539
Website:
www.nbt-brunei.com
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His Majesty The
Sultan's 63rd Birthday |
July
15 |
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This is one of the most important
events in the national calendar, with activities
and festivities held nationwide, beginning
with a mass prayer throughout the country.
On this occasion, His Majesty the Sultan delivers
a royal address, followed by an inauguration
ceremony held at the Istana Nurul Iman palace.
The event is also marked with gatherings at
the four districts where His Majesty meets
with his subjects.
Venue: Taman Haji Sir
Muda Omar Ali Saifuddien
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Ascension of the Prophet Mohammad / Israk &
Mikraj |
July 20 |
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This holiday, significant to the Muslim
world, celebrates the occasion when the
Islamic prophet Mohammed was awakened by the
Angel Gabriel, led to Jerusalem, and
ascended into heaven. This night is observed
by special prayers and gatherings at local
mosques.
Venue: Plenary Hall, International
Convention Centre (ICC)
Organiser: Islamic Eminence Development
Section, Ministry of Religious Affairs
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International Halal Food Product Expo (IHPE) |
July
30 |
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Venue:
International Convention Centre (ICC)
from 30th July to 2nd August 2009
Organiser:
Sunlit Advertising / Ministry of Industry &
Primary Resources / Brunei Islamic Religious
Council / Ministry of Religious Affairs &
Ministry of Health
Information & Inquiry:
Rennie
Tel: +673 8751228
Email:
rennie@sunlitadvertising.com
Siew Yii
Tel: +673 8929323
Email:
siewyii@sunlitadvertising.com
Tel: +673 2453666
Fax: +673 2453777
website:
www.bruneihalalexpo.com
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Majestic Trade Show |
July 30 |
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Venue: The Mall Atrium, Gadong
from 30th July to 8th August 2009
Organiser: ANR Fatabarak Enterprise
Information & Inquiry:
Felix Shim
TEL: +673 2424305 (O) +673 8989900 (M)
FAX: +673 2424306
EMAIL:
ANRFatabarak@brunet.bn ,
felixshim@brunet.bn
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6th Abacus Holiday Travel Fair |
August
07 |
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Venue:
The Mall, Gadong
from 7th August to 9th August 2009
Organiser:
ABACUS Distribution Systems
Information & Inquiry:
Halim Hj Abd Rahman
Tel: +673 2242404
Mobile: +673 8643111
Fax: +673 2242484
Email:
abhalim@rba.com.bn
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BRIDEX |
August
15 |
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Venue:
Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong
Organiser:
Royal Brunei Technical Services (RBTS),
Ministry of Defence
Information & Inquiry:
Management Office
Office: +673 2383718
Fax: +673 2380655
Email:
info@bridex2009.com
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9th Brunei Cup Basketball Tournament |
August |
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Venue:
Indoor Stadium
Date: TBA
Organiser:
Sunlit Advertising, Ministry of Culture,
Youth & Sport and Brunei Amateur Basketball
Association
Information & Inquiry:
Vivien
Tel: +673 8710091
Email:
vivien@sunlitadvertising.com
Tel: +673 2453666
Fax: +673 2453777
Website:
www.bruneicup.com
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Brunei Open |
August |
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Venue:
Empire Hotel & Country Club, Jerudong
Date: TBA
Organiser:
ASIAN Tour
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1st Day of Ramadan |
August 22 |
Ramadan is a holy month for
all Muslims. This marks the beginning of the
period of fasting — abstinence from
food, drink and other material comforts from
dawn to dusk. During this month, religious
activities are held at mosques throughout
the country. Visitors should note that businesses
may operate on abbreviated schedules during
this time.
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Ramadan Food Stall |
August 22 |
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Venue:
Gadong Wet Market Area, Parking Area at
Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium, Parking
Area infront of the Royal Regalia Building
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Anniversary of
the Revelation of the Holy Quran |
September
07 |
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Another important holiday in
the Muslim world, this day marks the occasion
when the Koran was revealed to the prophet
Mohammed. It is a time of quiet reflection
on faith and the teachings of the Islamic
holy book.
Venue: TBA
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Teacher's Day Celebration |
September
23 |
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Organiser: Ministry of Education
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Hari Raya
Aidilfitri Celebration |
September 20 |
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Hari Raya is a time for three
days of celebration after the end of the fasting
month of Ramadan. On the first day, prayers
are held at mosques throughout the country.
Families gather to seek forgiveness from elders
and loved ones, adorned in traditional dress.
Special festive dishes are made especially
for Hari Raya, including satay (beef, chicken
or mutton kebabs), ketupat or lontong (rice
cakes in coconut or banana leaves), rendang
(spicy marinated beef) and other tantalizing
examples of national cuisine. It is on this
auspicious occasion that Istana Nurul Iman
is open to the public. This provides the public
and other visitors with the opportunity to
meet His Majesty and the Royal Family and
see the world’s largest residential
palace.
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National Youth Day |
October 01 |
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Venue:
TBA
Organiser:
Youth & Sport Department, Ministry of
Culture, Youth & Sport
Information & Inquiry:
Youth Unit
Tel: +673 2381903 / 4 / 5
Fax: +673 2381524
Email:
jbsbelia@brunet.bn
Website:
www.bruneiyouth.org.bn
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Borneo Top Spinning Tournament |
October |
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Venue:
TBA
Organiser:
Majlis Perundingan Kampung Sengkurong 'A' &
Brunei-Muara District
Information & Inquiry:
Ketua Kampung Sengkurong 'A'
Hj Md Serudin bin Hj Nasir
Tel: +673 2661772
Mobile: +673 8780964
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ANR Fatabarak Trade Show |
October 29 |
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Venue:
The Mall Atrium, Gadong
from 29th October 2009 to 1st November 2009
Organiser: ANR Fatabarak Enterprise
Information & Inquiry:
Felix Shim
TEL: +673 2424305 (O) +673 8989900 (M)
FAX: +673 2424306
EMAIL:
ANRFatabarak@brunet.bn ,
felixshim@brunet.bn
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Festival of Sacrifice
/ Hari Raya Aidiladha |
November 27 |
This is also known as Hari Raya
Korban or Hari Raya Aidiladha. Goats and cows
are sacrificed to commemorate the actions
of the Islamic Prophet Ibrahim. The meat is
then distributed among relatives, friends
and the less fortunate.
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3rd Borneo Games |
November 29 |
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Venue:
Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium, Berakas
from 29th November to 6th December 2009
Organiser: Youth & Sport Department,
Ministry of Culture, Youth & Sport
Information & Inquiry:
Youth & Sport Department
Tel: +673 2381904
Fax: +673 2380042
Website: www.belia-sukan.gov.bn
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BSM HELIX Walk-a-hunt |
December
06 |
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Venue:
Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar Ali Saifuddien
Organiser:
Human Resources Department, Brunei Shell
Marketing (BSM)
Information & Inquiry:
Haji Mohd Faisal Haji Osman (Corporate
Affairs Officer)
Office: +673
2222356
Fax: +673
2240877
Email:
mohd-faisal.osman@gmail.com
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Islamic (lunar) New Year, 1431 Hijrah |
December 18 |
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This day marks the beginning
of the year for the Islamic calendar, which
is based on lunar cycles. Because it is slightly
shorter than the Gregorian calendar year,
it is possible for the Islamic New Year to
occur twice in one Gregorian calendar year.
Venue: Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque,
Kampung Kiarong
Organiser: Islamic Eminence Development
Section, Ministry of Religious Affairs
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Christmas Day |
December
25 |
Throughout the world, 25th of
December marks Christmas day, a significant
day for all Christians. Christmas in Brunei
is a joyous and colourful celebration enjoyed
by Christians throughout the nation.
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New Year Eve |
December
31 |
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Note: Above Dates / Events / Venues are
Subject to Changes
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