Yulan Festival 2026: Schedule & Visitor Information
Join us at Pasar Borong Selangor for a month of prayer, performance, and profound tradition. Scheduled at 30th August to 1st September 2026.
A Time for Remembrance and Compassion
The Yulan Festival, held during the seventh lunar month, is when the Gates of the Underworld are believed to open. It is a vital time for us to honour our ancestors through prayer and offerings, and to show compassion to wandering spirits. For the Pasar Borong Selangor community, it is our most significant annual event, uniting us in faith and thanksgiving.
Opening Ceremony
Date & Time: 29 Aug, 11pm
Inviting the deities and officially commencing the 3 days-long prayers.
Community Prayers
Date & Time: 30 August to 1 September whole day
Daily prayers open to all devotees.
Stage Performances
Date & Time: 30 August to 1 September 8:30pm onwards
A vibrant spectacle of modern songs and entertainment for the whole community and spiritual guests.
Community Prayers
Date & Time: 30 August to 1 September whole day
Daily prayers open to all devotees. Breaking hell ceremony
Stage Performances
Date & Time: 9 to 10 Sep 8:30pm onwards
A vibrant spectacle of modern songs and entertainment for the whole community and spiritual guests.
Final Day Prayers & Thanksgiving
Date & Time: 1 Sep whole day
Final prayers to thank the deities for their blessings and protection.
Grand Sending-Off of Da Shi Ye
Date & Time: 1 Sep 10pm onwards
The climatic ritual where the paper effigy of the King of Ghosts is respectfully burned, sending him off and marking the close of the festival.
Find Us at the Heart of the Action
Persatuan Perayaan Yee Lan, Pasar Borong Selangor, Jalan 2/3A, Pusat Bandar Utara, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia.
Parking Info: Parking on-site is extremely limited during peak event nights. We strongly recommend using ride-sharing services or public transport.
Visitor FAQ & Etiquette
No, entry is free and open to all members of the public. Donations are welcome to support the festival’s operational costs.
We kindly request all visitors to dress respectfully. Please avoid shorts, miniskirts, and sleeveless tops when entering the main prayer altar area.
Yes, photography is generally allowed. However, please be mindful and respectful of individuals who are praying. Avoid using flash photography inside the main tent.
Yes, families are welcome. Please be aware that the area can get very crowded and noisy, especially during Getai performances and on the final night. We advise close supervision of young children.