Experience the Malay World With Mhc’s Teroka Raya Festival 2025

(Singapore April 17, 2025) This Hari Raya Aidilfitri, the Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) invites all to experience the warmth and cultural richness of the Malay world through our Teroka Raya Festival 2025. Discover our Living Heritage with an exciting array of programmes that unpack the stories behind cherished customs, traditional crafts, and delectable cuisines of the Malay world.

As part of MHC’s ongoing Teroka Raya campaign, an Open House will be held on 26 April 2025 at the Indian Heritage Centre (IHC). This vibrant celebration brings everyone on an immersive experience through interactive exhibits, performances, and hands-on activities, inviting visitors to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of our Living Heritage that is not just shared in Singapore but also across the Nusantara region.

Visitors can explore the Fitri Fiesta: Culture Bazaar, where cultural booths will showcase Hari Raya traditions from different communities, the Hari Raya Pop-Up Exhibition that offers insights into festive customs and captivating performances by Dikir Barat and dance groups that bring traditional arts to life. Families can also enjoy Tales from the Nusantara, an interactive storytelling session, and participate in hands-on workshops such as Syawal Swirls: Henna Party and Mari Berkain: Malay Fabric and Styling Workshop, which highlight the intricate craftsmanship of the Nusantara.

Besides celebrating Hari Raya at Teroka Raya Festival 2025, you can also enjoy Hari Raya-related content on the heritage portal Roots.gov.sg. Explore the wide range of traditions and customs that make this festival special, including intangible cultural heritage elements that are passed down through generations. This includes:

● Intangible Cultural Heritage: Hari Raya Puasa

(https://www.roots.gov.sg/ich-landing/ich/hari-raya-puasa)

● Intangible Cultural Heritage: Weaving Ketupat

(https://www.roots.gov.sg/ich-landing/ich/weaving-ketupat)

● Intangible Cultural Heritage: Making and Wearing of Baju Kurung

A Heritage Institution of

(https://www.roots.gov.sg/ich-landing/ich/making-and-wearing-of-baju-kurung)

● Stories: Geylang Serai Market & Food Centre

(https://www.roots.gov.sg/stories-landing/stories/Hawker-Centres/Geylang-Serai-Market-Food-Centre)

● Collection: A stamp celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri

(https://www.roots.gov.sg/Collection-Landing/listing/1002233)

● Collection: Brass roti jala mould presser