Pesta Itu Ini — the name translates loosely as a “this and that” festival — lives up to its title. Held at Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium, it is an easygoing, all-ages community celebration that throws together food, music, and entertainment into one busy fairground of an event, the kind of place a family can spend a whole evening without a plan.
The food is a big part of the appeal, with rows of stalls serving the Kelantanese street-food spread and the snacks, drinks, and sweets that go with a night out. The stage is the other half. Programming tends to range widely, from traditional sounds like rebana drumming and dikir barat to contemporary acts and live music, so the lineup carries something for grandparents and grandchildren alike. Around it all are the usual pleasures of a festival ground — browsing, people-watching, and the warm buzz of a big local crowd.
What gives it character is that it is unmistakably for the community first. This is not a polished tourist showpiece but a genuine local festival, which is exactly what makes it worth catching: a chance to enjoy Kota Bharu at play.
Practical notes: Usually held around June, with dates set each year — check the Kelantan Tourism calendar. Free to enter; bring cash for food and stalls. Evenings draw the biggest, liveliest crowds. Family-friendly throughout.