Live Action on the Island
Langkawi has an excellent reputation as a world-class venue for international sporting events. Be one of the thousands of participants and spectators who drop by yearly to catch these pulsating events, live!
The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) is held in Langkawi every two years. The main attractions of this event are the high-tech military hardware and equipment on display. The exhibition is usually held in March and goes on for a week. For more information, visit www.limamaritime.com.my
The Royal Langkawi International Regatta is a prestigious sailing event that attracted some 60 yachts with 400 participants to the inaugural regatta in 2003. This annual event marks the end of the racing season on the west coast of Malaysia and Thailand. For more information, go to www.langkawiregatta.com
The Raja Muda International Regatta is Malaysia’s longest established yacht regatta that aims to provide a fun racing environment. The fleet races over seven days from Port Klang, near Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi, stopping over in Pangkor and Penang on the way. It is held under the auspices of the Malaysian Yachting Association (MYA). For more information, go to www.rmir.com
Langkawi International Convention Centre
Situated in an idyllic cove on the southern tip of Langkawi, this 5,685 sqm convention centre offers facilities for conferencing, meeting and banqueting. Opened on 1 March 2015, this centre has hosted high-profile events such as Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2015, 26th ASEAN Summit and ASEAN Drug Matters Meeting. Langkawi International Convention Centre is located about 20 minutes from the airport and 3km from Kuah town.
Tel: +604 966 3576
Website: www.langkawiconvention.com
M.I.C.E (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions) Facilities
The Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) is a popular venue for international events. It is also one of the largest exhibition and convention centres in Malaysia. It is strategically located in Padang Matsirat near the Langkawi International Airport.
