Science bods and bright minds gather at conference centres and hotels in Singapore for International Energy Week. Through a series of conferences, exhibitions, seminars and discussions, the…

See fresh contemporary drama, dance, musical theatre and interdisciplinary arts at Seoul's major month-long Performance Arts Festival. Korean and international companies and troupes perform…

Established in 1990, the Raja Muda Selangor International Regatta is Malaysia's oldest keelboat sailing regatta and one of the region's top events. The event opens in Port Klang with a welcome…

During late November the quiet and charming enclave of Macau comes alive with the roar of powerful engines. The Macau Grand Prix spawns a heady carnival atmosphere as one of Asia's most…

The Surin Elephant Round-Up brings thousands to the Sri Narong Stadium, where some 250 trained elephants are assembled. The spectacular shows include elephant football, tug-of-war…

Pass the Chao Phraya River and other breathtaking sites on the hot and humid Bangkok Marathon that starts on Sanam Chai Road, in front of the Royal Grand Palace. There is also a 10km run and a…

Mumbai's Jazz Utsav features international artists and jazz bands from across India performing in Priyadarshini Park. The eclectic programme consistently offers jazz fans a compelling cross…

Masters Football visits Asia for the Masters Football Malaysia Cup at Kuala Lumpur's Putra Stadium. Teams include Liverpool, Manchester United, Sheffield United and an EPL All-Stars team…

The Singapore River comes alive with the beating of drums and the swish of oars during the annual dragon boat River Regatta. Watch from the banks as over 2000 participants from 100 teams…

The Vertical Marathon is a race to the top of Southeast Asia's tallest hotel, Swissôtel The Stamford. Athletes face a gruelling 73-storey climb but are rewarded with superb panoramic views of…

The Hamamatsu Flower Park in Japan makes way for the International Mosaïculture exhibition, a spectacular garden display that puts regular topiary to shame. Green-fingered artists sculpt giant…

Puttaparthi used to be a remote little village for cow herders. It now houses one of India's greatest gurus, whose fame and face have spread throughout the world. His birthday celebrations…

The holiest shrine in Laos is the scene for this vibrant Buddhist Festival. Pha That Luang is the most holy stupa (temple) in Laos, rebuilt by the French or the Lao - they are still in…

Bamboo isn't just a panda thing... Sabah's Bamboo Music Festival shows you how to get the most out of these hollow sticks. Hear bamboo orchestras performing on traditional instruments such as…

On Idul Adha, the last day of Ramadan, Muslims in Yogyakarta commemorate the day Abraham almost had to execute his son. They pray to God and give thanks for his blessings, sacrificing…

The 'Festival of Sacrifice' is one of the most important days in the Islamic calendar. It commemorates both the end of the Hajj pilgrimage and the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son for God.

The greatest Sumo wrestlers in Japan, and therefore the world, meet at the Fukuoka Kokusai Center for the November Basho, one of the year's six Grand Tournaments. Crowds cheer as meaty men…

Come rain or shine, 20,000 runners pound Shanghai's streets for the International Marathon. Anyone who can't face the full distance can enter the Half Marathon or Health Race (4.5km). Failing…

The theme for the Kuala Lumpur International Film Festival is "Celebrating Cultural Diversity". Evening screenings at venues around the city focus on the themes of Hollywood, Asia and Malaysia…

Magical blooms are centre of attention at the Swissôtel Nai Lert Park's Flower Show. In 2009 the event features celebrities, fortune tellers, magnificent floral exhibits, afternoon tea, an…