KUCHING: The Sarawak State Astana will once again open its doors to the public in conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1447H celebration. The open house will be held on 1 Syawal 1447H at the Sarawak State Astana from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm.
According to a press release issued by the Private Secretary to the Ruler of Sarawak, YBhg. Dato Sri Haji Syed Hamzah bin Syed Paie, the event is organised to celebrate Aidilfitri with the people and to strengthen ties between the state leadership and the public.
His Excellency the Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sarawak, Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and Her Excellency Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah binti Mohd Sanusi conveyed their Hari Raya greetings to all Muslims in Sarawak, wishing them Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Maaf Zahir dan Batin. Their Excellencies have graciously agreed to receive guests and invitees from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm during the event.
Members of the public from all walks of life are invited to attend the open house. Visitors are advised to dress neatly and modestly throughout the event. Men are encouraged to wear complete Malay attire with a tengkolok or songkok, while non-Muslim men may opt for long-sleeved batik attire. Women are encouraged to wear a complete baju kurung with keringkam or other suitable modest attire.
To ensure smooth arrangements, two designated parking zones have been prepared. Zone B, located at the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly area, can accommodate up to 500 vehicles. Should Zone B reach full capacity, visitors will be directed to Zone C at Wisma Bapa Malaysia. Ten vans will be provided to transport visitors from Zone B directly to the main entrance of the Astana from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm.
The police will assist in controlling traffic to ensure smooth flow throughout the event. The public is reminded not to park along the road shoulders leading to the Astana to avoid congestion and inconvenience to other road users.
The annual open house tradition reflects the spirit of unity and harmony that defines Sarawak’s multicultural society. It provides an opportunity for the people to meet state leaders in a festive and respectful setting while celebrating one of the most important occasions in the Islamic calendar.
For further information, members of the public may contact the Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1447H/2026 Open House Ceremony Public Relations Officer of the Sarawak State Government, Mr. Mohd Raufa Azlan bin Abdul Raub at 016-6968696.
