Penang’s Ghost Month, or the Hungry Ghost Festival, is a month-long celebration during the seventh lunar month where the gates of hell are believed to open, releasing spirits to the human realm.
Chinese communities observe the festival with communal gatherings, offerings of food and paper effigies to the wandering spirits, temple worship, grand processions, and free performances like Getai (singing and dancing), traditional opera, and puppet shows.
The festival culminates on the 15th day, known as Ghost Day, which is the most spiritually active period.
This year Persatuan Menyambut Perayaan Phor Thor Georgetown Pulau Pinang has graciously setup the Hungry Ghost Festival Walk at Taman Jajar @ Jalan Gudwara.
Menara Perdana Phor Thor Society had invited talented artist Kopi Soh to create a series of chibi-style creations.
