Gawai Dayak (previously as known as Dayak Day or Sarawak Day) is an annual festival and a public holiday celebrated by the Dayak people in Sarawak, Malaysia on 1 and 2 June.

Oct 1, 2024 · Gawai Dayak, often simply called "Gawai," is an annual festival celebrated on June 1st and 2nd by the Dayak community in Sarawak, Malaysia. The term "Gawai" comes from the Iban language and means ritual or festival.

May 30, 2024 · If you don’t already know, Gawai Dayak is an annual celebration held in Sarawak by the indigenous community to honour food harvested on the land. Read on to find out more about the fun-filled cultural festival and where to celebrate the occasion.

May 31, 2023 · The word Gawai’ originated from the Iban language that means ritual or festival, whilst Dayak refers to the native ethnic groups of Sarawak – the Iban, Bidayuh, Kayan, Kenyah, Kelabit, Murut, Lun Bawang – and many more.

‘Gawai’ means ‘festival’ and ‘Dayak’ is a collective name for the indigenous people of Sarawak, Indonesian Kalimantan, and the interior of Borneo. It is one of the most exciting and keenly …

May 26, 2013 · Pesta Gawai Dayak dianggap berakhir apabila ranyai atau pokok istiadat diturunkan. Majlis Ngulung Bidai seterusnya akan dilakukan yang memberi signifikan perayaan telahpun tamat dan bersedia menempuh tahun baharu dan memulakan penanaman padi di kawasan yang baharu.

Jun 12, 2024 · Gawai Dayak, an exuberant and culturally rich festival, holds immense significance for the Dayak community in Sarawak, Malaysia. This vibrant celebration not only marks the end of the harvest season but also serves as a powerful reminder of the Dayak people’s deep-rooted heritage and traditions.

Jun 21, 2023 · The etymology says the word ‘GAWAI’ means festival and ‘DAYAK’ refers to the society of aboriginals of the areas of Sarawak, Kalimantan and interior regions of the island of Borneo.

CULTURE CULTURAL: The Dayak people of Sarawak, Malaysia, celebrate a major holiday called Hari Gawai Dayak. It honours the Dayak community's accomplishments in both agriculture and culture. The...

May 31, 2024 · Gawai Dayak is a significant harvest festival celebrated by the Dayak community in Sarawak, Malaysia, and West Kalimantan, Indonesia. This vibrant festival marks the end of the rice harvest and offers a time for gratitude and communal celebration.