Penang Hungry Ghost Festival 2026 runs from 13 August to 10 September at temples, clan associations and neighbourhood stages across Penang, with the main festival day on 27 August. It is free to watch.
Date: 13 August – 10 September 2026
Time: Seventh lunar month; main day (15th) on 27 August
Venue: Temples, clan associations and neighbourhood stages across Penang
Fee: Free to watch
槟城中元节（普度）2026
槟城中元节（普度）2026 将于 2026 年 8 月 13 日至 9 月 10 日举行，主要日子（农历七月十五）是 8 月 27 日。庆祝活动将在槟城各地的寺庙、宗亲会和社区戏台举行，免费观赏。各地普度活动的具体安排由当地寺庙和委员会决定。
Highlights
- A month-long celebration during the seventh month of the Chinese lunar calendar
- The main festival day (the 15th) falls on 27 August 2026
- Celebrations take place across Penang
- Known locally as the Teong Guan or Phor Thor Festival in Hokkien
- Free to watch
About Penang Hungry Ghost Festival 2026
Penang Hungry Ghost Festival 2026 will run from 13 August to 10 September, during the seventh month of the Chinese lunar calendar. The main festival day, the 15th, falls on 27 August.
Known locally in Hokkien as the Teong Guan or Phor Thor Festival, the month-long celebration combines prayers and offerings with charity. Temples, clan associations and neighbourhood stages across Penang will host celebrations; local schedules are set by individual temples and committees.
Getting there
Use Rapid Penang buses or Grab to reach the specific temple, clan association or neighbourhood stage. Check the location of the event you plan to attend before travelling.
Tips
- Check with individual temples and committees for local Phor Thor schedules.
- The main festival day is 27 August 2026.
FAQ
When is Penang Hungry Ghost Festival 2026?
It runs from 13 August to 10 September 2026. The main festival day is 27 August.
Where will the festival take place?
Celebrations will take place at temples, clan associations and neighbourhood stages across Penang.
Is it free to watch?
Yes, the festival is free to watch.
What is the festival called locally?
In Hokkien, it is known locally as the Teong Guan or Phor Thor Festival.
