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7th Edition WAK Festival: By the Community, For the Community<\/h3>\n

WAK Festival (What About Kuching)<\/strong> is more than just an event\u2014it\u2019s a movement, a celebration, and a stage for the heart and soul of Sarawak\u2019s creative community. Every October, the streets, stages, galleries, and open spaces of Kuching come alive with a vibrant mix of arts, culture, music, food, and adventure, all curated and driven by the passionate individuals and collectives that make our city unique.<\/p>\n

Since its inception, WAK has championed the idea that creativity thrives when given the space and support to flourish. With a spirit of inclusivity and collaboration, the festival brings together artists, performers, storytellers, and visionaries from across Borneo and beyond, transforming Kuching into a living, breathing canvas of expression.<\/p>\n

In 2025, WAK evolves into a multi-city experience, extending its reach with weekend satellite festivals in Sibu and Miri, while keeping Kuching as the beating heart of the festival throughout October. With countless events across diverse genres, WAK Festival continues to embody the spirit of \u201cBy the Community, For the Community.\u201d<\/p>\n

Date: 1-31 October 2025<\/p>\n

Join us as we celebrate the rich tapestry of Sarawak\u2019s creative landscape\u2014because when we come together, magic happens.<\/p>\n

For more information and updates, you may refer to the official event pages below:<\/p>\n

IG link: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wakfestival<\/a>
\nFacebook Link: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/wakfestival<\/a>
\nOfficial Website: https:\/\/wakfestival.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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