SIBU: Sibu is set to embrace the festive spirit of Christmas as the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) prepares to illuminate the town centre with colourful Christmas lights and festive decorations in conjunction with the upcoming Sibu Christmas Celebration 2026.
The festive installations are aimed at transforming the heart of Sibu into a lively and welcoming Christmas destination, creating a joyful atmosphere for residents, families and visitors to enjoy throughout the Christmas season.
According to a press release issued by SMC on Saturday, Christmas lighting installations will be suspended across the roadway along the section beside Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang, behind the WTK Holdings Berhad building, adding a festive touch to the townscape.
To facilitate the installation and ensure public safety, SMC will impose a height restriction on vehicles using the designated road section. Vehicles exceeding five metres in height will not be permitted to enter the area from Nov 14, 2026 to Feb 28, 2027, to provide sufficient clearance beneath the suspended decorations.
SMC advised transport operators, lorry drivers, business operators and members of the public to take note of the temporary arrangement, plan their routes accordingly and comply with all on-site traffic instructions.
Beyond the colourful decorations and illuminated streets, the Sibu Christmas Celebration 2026 aims to bring the community together in a shared celebration of joy, peace and goodwill.
“Christmas is a season that embodies love, hope, peace and the spirit of giving — values that transcend racial, religious and cultural differences.
“Through the celebration, Sibu hopes to create a warm and festive environment where people from all walks of life can gather, share happy moments and experience the true meaning of the season,” the statement said.
The festive lighting is expected to add vibrancy to the town centre, particularly during the evenings, while creating attractive spaces for families and friends to take photographs, enjoy the decorations and soak in the Christmas atmosphere.
The celebration is also expected to draw more visitors to the town centre, bringing added vibrancy to local businesses and creating opportunities for traders, food operators and those involved in the tourism industry.
SMC hoped the festive decorations and activities will make Sibu a more welcoming place during the Christmas season, while strengthening the spirit of community togetherness and cultural harmony.
“The council appreciates the public’s understanding and cooperation regarding the temporary traffic arrangement and warmly invites residents and visitors to join in the celebration.
“Together, let us light up Sibu, share the joy of Christmas and make the 2026 celebration a memorable occasion for the entire community,” the statement added.
