Summary
- Hundreds of children join World Children’s Day celebration.
- Event promotes cultural diversity, friendship and unity.
- Activities include colouring contests, traditional costumes and performances.
GEORGE TOWN, November 2 — Hundreds of children from diverse backgrounds gathered at the Westlands Sports Excellence Centre on Saturday to celebrate World Children’s Day 2026.
Organised by the Penang Goodwill Advisory Council with support from the Penang Island City Council (MBPP), the event promoted cultural understanding and community unity.
Penang Island Mayor Rajendran Anthony officiated the celebration, which featured a cake-cutting ceremony and balloon release.
Children participated in colouring competitions, traditional ethnic costume contests and cultural performances, with prizes presented to participants during the celebration.
The traditional costume competition highlighted Penang’s multicultural heritage, bringing together children representing different ethnic communities.
The celebration concluded with an afternoon tea and stage performances, providing opportunities for children and families to strengthen friendships and community ties.
