A common activity during the Gawai Dayak festival in Malaysia is the harvest celebration. This festival is marked by traditional rituals and practices that thank the deities for a bountiful harvest. Participants engage in rituals, cultural performances, traditional dances, and communal feasting. Another highlight is the opening of rice wine, which is shared among friends and family, emphasizing unity and community spirit. Gawai also includes cultural contests and games, reflecting the vibrant traditions of the Dayak people and the significance of agriculture in their way of life.