30/04/2025
Le French Festival 2025 Launches in a New Year-Long Format Across Malaysia
The much-anticipated Le French Festival 2025 was officially launched at a press conference yesterday, co-organised by the Alliances Françaises de Malaisie and the French Embassy in Malaysia. For the first time in its history, the festival will run in an extended nine-month format, from March to November 2025, bringing a continuous stream of French artistic, cultural, and intellectual events to Malaysia.
This exciting new structure will see the festival travel through Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, and Kuching, offering six themed highlights throughout the year that reflect the depth and diversity of French culture.
The 2025 edition focuses on the timely and globally relevant theme: "The Preservation of Our Oceans and the Environment", aligning with the upcoming 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France. Festival-goers can expect a vibrant range of events covering cinema, digital art, photography, literature, performing arts, gastronomy, and more — appealing to all ages and interests.
Here’s what to expect across the year:
March – Francophonie Month
Celebrating the richness of the French language and Francophone cultures with book fairs, author talks, and literary showcases in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and French schools. Over 100 global authors are featured in the Écrire en français exhibition.
May – French Film Festival
A staple of the festival, this year’s film selection includes Sugar and Stars, Flow, The Count of Monte Cristo, and many more. Screenings will take place in major cities with 13 titles on offer.
June – Music Month & Fête de la Musique
Featuring concerts by Euroasia Sinfonia and Vox Suara Choir, the flagship event will be held on Saturday, 28 June at Titiwangsa Park in collaboration with DBKL — a fun and family-friendly outdoor musical celebration.
September – Le Petit Festival
A special month for young audiences, offering hands-on workshops and interactive activities designed to ignite curiosity and creativity in children.
October – Gastronomy Month
Discover the best of French cuisine through culinary workshops and food-themed screenings. Collaborations with Paul Bakery and local chefs will make this a feast for all the senses.
November – Digital November
The festival wraps up with a forward-looking exploration of virtual reality, gaming, digital art, webtoons, and the evolving landscape of culture and technology.
Le French Festival 2025 invites Malaysians and international visitors alike to immerse themselves in a rich cultural journey, and to celebrate the enduring beauty, innovation, and diversity of French heritage.
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