The Pesta Jagung or maize festival is held in the district of Kota Marudu, about 130 km or two hours drive from the capital city of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu. Just like other agriculture-based celebrations, this fest promises to be another exciting event that should not be missed by any visitor to Sabah.

Maize or jagung is one of the many agricultural products in the state that has provided an important economic contribution to the lives of the mainly Kadazandusun community in Kota Marudu. This event serves to highlight the significance of this plant to the people. Of course there will be plenty of fun too with jagung cooking and planting competitions, cultural shows and the Jagung Fashion Queen!