Gawai Dayak

Gawai Dayak is an important annual harvest festival celebrated by the Dayak people of Borneo, primarily in Malaysia and Indonesia. It typically occurs on June 1st and marks the end of the rice harvest, symbolizing gratitude and unity. The festival features traditional music, dance, storytelling, and rituals to honor ancestors and ensure future prosperity. It also involves communal feasts, wearing traditional attire, and celebrating with family and community. Gawai Dayak is both a cultural identity expression and a time for social bonding, reflecting the deep connection of the Dayak people with their land, traditions, and spiritual beliefs.