The Makan Fest 1.0 acts as a platform for small and medium enterprises to promote their products to the public. The event, which is taking place at the car park of the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium in Berakas, is also hoped to enhance the development of the local food industry and strengthen regional relations through the involvement of domestic and foreign entrepreneurs. The opening ceremony took place on 23rd January afternoon.

Officiating the food festival was Pengiran Muhammad Ameer Mubarak Bin Pengiran Haji Hashim, Acting Brunei Muara District Officer. Also present was Yang Berhormat Awang Haji Daud bin Jihan, Member of the Legislative Council. Jointly-organised by the Mukim Berakas 'A' Consultative Council and LRCO Event Management, it will be held until this Sunday, 25th January 2026, from 11 in the morning until 12 midnight.