Tuesday, July 2, 2024 The Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2024 concluded its 27th edition with resounding success, celebrating three days of exceptional performances, cultural immersion, and groundbreaking sustainability initiatives. From June 28th to 30th, the Sarawak Cultural Village buzzed with energy as over 26,000 festival-goers from across the globe gathered to experience the magic of RWMF, marking a significant 35% increase in attendees compared to 2023. The 2024 theme, ‘Evolution’, encapsulated the festival’s commitment to transcending beyond music, promoting responsible tourism, cultural exchange, and environmental stewardship.
The festival featured a diverse lineup of 72 international and 75 local musicians, culminating in 22 acts. These artists, with a combined global fanbase of 12 million followers, delivered unforgettable performances that resonated deeply with audiences. Headliners included full-house performances by ‘The Best of Kitaro Live World Tour’ on Day 1 and Dato’ Zainalabidin on Day 2.
The final day of RWMF 2024 was marked by a spectacular closing performance from the Havana Social Club, enchanting a reggae-loving audience who danced the night away. According to YB Dato Sri Haji Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry & Performing Arts Sarawak, “We are proud to highlight the festival’s role in promoting cultural exchange and environmental awareness. In line with the theme ‘EVOLUTION’ this year, RWMF .
