Hoping to fill up your looming weekends with new experiences, events, and things to do around the KL & Selangor area? You’ve come to the right place.
In the panoply of globally renowned Southeast Asian capitals, Kuala Lumpur (and the greater Klang Valley area) can easily stand shoulder-to-shoulder with its peers, if one considers vivacity as a unit of measurement. Bearing a burgeoning confluence of traditions and cultures from both the old world and the new, Malaysia’s metropolitan beating heart bears a distinctive pulse that stands distinctively on its own.
Whether it be workshops helmed by local artisans looking to preserve and perpetuate age-old local crafts into time immemorial, or sweat-beading dance parties that stretch deep into the warm equatorial night, you’ll be hard-pressed to find yourself ever at a loss for things to do or places to visit when it comes down to navigating between Kuala Lumpur’s labyrinthine streets.
For your convenience, we’ve scoured across some of the city’s hottest and most notable event spaces to bring you a list of events in KL you should add to your schedule throughout 2024.
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Events and things to do in KL & Selangor for 2024 – December edition
Rexmas Pop-Up Market @ REXKL
There’s no such thing as being too last-minute, if you’re Malaysian. If you find that your home is still short of a few baubles or festive bricbracs for the Yuletide season, we’d recommend popping by REXKL for the Rexmas Pop-Up Market, held on the very last weekend before Christmas. From the 20th to 22nd of December 2024, snap up curated creations from local vendors, snacks for the coffee table, or soak up the festive ambience with family and friends.
Location: RexKL, 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 20th to 22nd December 2024
Damai: A Showcase @ awegallery
A contemplative look into the serenity of nature, Malaysian artist Francis Lee’s debut exhibition at awegallery showcases mindful peace as expressed through 28 choice works in Damai: A Showcase. Taking after the Malay word ‘damai’, which means peace and tranquility, each painting is imbued with a deliberate sense of serenity through delicate brushstrokes that depict soft landscapes, inviting the viewer to lose themselves in a moment of reprieve from the world’s chaos.
Location: awegallery, 21, Jalan 20/13, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Date: December 12th 2024
The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale @ Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre
Bookworms, this is your calling. The biggest, baddest book sale is once again happening in December, this time taking up Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre from the 13th to 19th of December, 2024. For a period of seven days, you can shop to your heart’s content and snap up some of the most coveted novels, coffee table books, and other reading materials at bargain prices. What’s more, the event will run for 24 hours every day until the 19th!
Date: 13th to 19th December 2024
Location: Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre, 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
HomeLove Home & Living Expo 2024 @ MidValley Exhibition Centre
Home furnishings, appliances, interior stylists, home security systems, and all other manner of improvements for your abode can be found right here at the HomeLove Home & Living Expo 2024. Held at MidValley Exhibition Centre from the 13th to 15th of December 2024, vendors from across the country are prepared to help you achieve a fresh new look and feel for your little kingdom, at prices that will
Date: 13th to 15th December, 2024
Location: MidValley Exhibition Centre, Third Floor (3F) @ Mid Valley Megamall, Centre Court, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
KL Art Book Fair @ The Godown Arts Centre
A confluence of art and culture is due to take place in the beating heart of Kuala Lumpur with the debut of this year’s Kuala Lumpur Art Book Fair, held once again in The Godown Arts Centre. A celebration of the physical print medium, meet some of the city’s movers and shakers from all artistic disciplines that put ink to paper, whether it be writers, painters, or photographers.
Location: 7, 11 Lorong Ampang, off, Jln Bukit Nanas, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Date: 6th to 8th December 2024
Ware, Art on the Tabletop @ awegallery
For more than a millennia, earthenware pottery has always informed those in the now of those who came before, whether through their opulence and splendour in craftsmanship, or practicality in shape. In an ode to this age-old artistic legacy, awegallery will be hosting Ware: Art on The Tabletop between the 7th to the 8th of December 2024, where works from Sun Moon Pottery, Minyue Pottery, Taoyi Studio, and Purple Ling Studio, will be exhibited for show in all of their tactile glory.
Date: 7th and 8th of December 2024
Location: awegallery, 21, Jalan 20/13, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Riang Rasa @ Central Market KL
If there is one thing that Malaysians share under a single banner, it is our united love for a good meal. Join the pack in Central Market Kuala Lumpur this coming weekend and experience all the flavours that the Riang Rasa bazaar has to offer, from tasty bites of hand-assembled burgers, to sweet lengths of sugar-dusted churros dipped in chocolate. But don’t leave with just a full belly! With vendors galore, feel free to also peruse all manner of trinkets, novelties, and collectibles that will feed your other senses too.
Date: 6th to 8th December 2024
Location: Central Market, Jalan Hang Kasturi, Annexe, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Boom Boom Bang: Play & Parody in 1990s K.L. @ ILHAM Gallery
Just like every other major Metropole in Asia at the time, Kuala Lumpur witnessed nothing short of a truly trajectory-altering economic boom, driven by an uptick in industrialisation and global commerce. By extension, this also translated into a boom in arts and culture, where urbanisation and international culture exchange brought about one of the most socially dynamic decades that the country has witnessed. In recognition of this highly disruptive era, Boom Boom Bang: Play & Parody in 1990s KL provides an retrospective look back at some of its most influential and memorable figureheads and the works they have produced, whether it be painters, writers, or artists.
Date: 13th October 2024 to 9th March 2024
Location: Ilham Gallery, Levels 3 and 5, Ilham Tower, 8, Lrg Binjai, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
18@8 pLAy @ Wei Ling Gallery
An homage to the art of amusement, Wei Ling Gallery invites you to partake in childhood whimsy as you explore the annals of 18@8 pLAy, a collaboration with sixteen artists who were tasked to interpret what it means to have a little bit of raucous fun. Cut loose and remind yourself that all work and no play makes everyone a dull stick in the mud, as you grant your inner child the license to take the reins and break free from the rigid, staid routines of daily life.
Date: 3rd December 2024 to 31st January 2025
Location: Wei-Ling Contemporary, Lot No RT-1, 6th Floor, The Gardens Mall Lingkaran Syed Putra 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Rock’n RIUH @ Sepang International Circuit
While this may be a little further out from city limits, those with the time to spare to drop by Sepang PETRONAS International Circuit will be richly rewarded with a truly jam-packed weekend itinerary. Taking over the main mall of the famed motorsports venue, RIUH has plenty in store for everyone, bringing together food, live entertainment, and of course, plenty of opportunities to pick up on some local craft projects while you’re there.
Date: 6th to 8th December 2024
Location: Mall Area, Sepang International Circuit, 27, 64000 Sepang, Selangor
Events and things to do in KL & Selangor for 2024 – November edition
Indonesian Architect’s Week @ The Godown Arts Centre
With a thriving art scene that has spawned one of Southeast Asia’s most eminent skylines, Indonesia is quickly becoming notable for its architectural talent pool that deftly fuses tradition with contemporary sensibilities. Discover the work of over 70 different Indonesian architecture firms as they come together in The Godown Arts Centre in a joint exhibit curated by Rizki Supratman and Trianzani Sulshi for Indonesian Architect’s Week. A stunning showcase of mockups, blueprints, as well as design studies, draws visitors into a not-so-distant future where design can capture the essence of time, space, and human experience.
Date: 14th to 23rd November 2024
Location: The Godown Arts Centre, 7, 11 Lorong Ampang, off, Jln Bukit Nanas, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Top of The Pops @ LOOOP
If there’s one thing more fun than digging through a thrift pile for treasures, it’s being able to put together your finds into a chic retro theme to suit the era. Think Dress To Impress, but in real-time with your friends. Sound like your bag of tricks? Then mosey over to LOOOP, the much-beloved curated second-hand apparel store in their new Damansara Kim outlet for their appropriately named Top of The Pops event this weekend for some sartorial fun alongside selected vendors.
Date: 23rd to 24th November 2024
Location: 73A, Jalan SS 20/11, Damansara Kim, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
TERANG: WARISAN @ Old High Court Courtyard
See Kuala Lumpur by night like you have never seen it before when you drop by the Old High Court Courtyard for the TERANG: WARISAN projection mapping exhibit from 18th to 24th November 2024. Organised by Malaysia-based art collective @wearefilamen, this highly immersive showcase will feature unique visuals coupled with scripted stories by Seeing Atelier (The Color of Us), Fearmos (Sura-baya), Zhonkvision (Lembayung Malam), Lunartic (Pohon), NEXMedia (The Bond), and Story of Karana (The Sun From Singosari).
Date: 18th to 24th November, 2024
Location: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
KL Beauty Week @ MidValley Exhibition Centre
Calling all beauty enthusiasts, the biggest beauty event in the city is about to debut its 2024 edition, and you simply cannot afford to miss out on it. Snag your tickets at RM30 and head over to explore the dazzling array of products from your favourite local and global beauty brands, all under one roof. Whether your penchant lies with a dewy finish thanks to a 12-step skincare routine, or a vibrant makeup look that can last from dawn to dusk with minimal effort, you’ll find everything you need right here from 22nd to 24th November 2024.
Date: 22nd to 24th November, 2024
Location: Third Floor (3F) @ Mid Valley Megamall, Centre Court, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Price: RM30 per individual
A Different Path by Syed Zainal Rashid @ Centre of Photographic Arts
Marking a monumental return to the arts, photographer Syed Zainal Rashid will be staging his first exhibition after a 30-year hiatus at the Centre of Photographic Arts from between 28th October 2024 to 29th December 2024. Entitled A Different Path, the series explores the entrepreneur’s much-loved artistic pursuits, capturing the essence of motion through a highly expressive selection of his recent street photography works, tethering in line with his portfolio that extends as far back as the 1980s.
Date: 28th October 2024 to 29th December 2024
Location: 87, Jalan Templer, Seksyen 7, 46050 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
KL Chinatown Festival @ Petaling Street
You’ve probably noticed how the Chinatown area has become an increasingly popular nerve centre for the city’s F&B and arts scene, what with the fresh crop of bars, restaurants, and galleries that now call the vicinity home. If you’re hoping to experience all of them in one go, then you’d be wise to keep the inaugural KL Chinatown Festival marked on your calendars. Happening from 29th November to 1st December 2024, the event is expected to see a turnout from major vendors in the historic Kuala Lumpur district taking to the streets with plenty of eats, sips, and shops, as well as performances and workshops galore.
Location: Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Date: 29th November 2024 to 1st December 2024
One of Our Fossils by Adam Phong @ A+ Works of Art
An exploratory narrative into the subliminal relationship that humans share between space and time, past and present, Malaysian artist Adam Phong’s exhibit One of Our Fossils will officially be open to the public on 16th November 2024 at A+ Works of Art. Comprised of three experiential spaces, visitors will be ushered through a dynamic interaction of mediums that evoke the transcendence of time that culminates with a ritualistic display of totems constructed out of chicken bones. Curated by Bob Edrian, the opening reception will also be complemented by a dining experience courtesy of Bono Dining.
Location: d6-G-8, d6 Trade Centre, 801, Jln Sentul, Sentul Selatan, 51000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: 16th November 2024 to 14th December 2024. Gallery is open Wednesday to Saturday, from 12pm to 7pm, by appointment basis only.
Kreatif KL Festival
Supported by Malaysia Madani and ThinkCity, you are cordially invited to join the inaugural edition of the Kreatif KL Festival, Tapping into the downtown vicinity’s longstanding reputation as one of the country’s most buzzworthy creative hubs, this three-month-long celebration of local artistry, which kicked off in early September, will be running all the way up until the very end of November this year. From interactive installations to dialogues with Kuala Lumpur’s most notable artists, satiate your need for culture by dropping by the event’s many activations by referring to their itinerary on the official Kreatif KL Festival website here.
Location: Downtown Kuala Lumpur
Date: Up until 30th November 2024
Thrive Festival @ Sustain.Ed KL
Good eats and good shops are all part of a great weekend, but if you want to also contribute to a genuine call for change, consider visiting Thrive Festival this 16th November, 2024. Dubbed the country’s first Social Enterprise Festival, vendors who will be participating have been specifically curated for their commitment to various social causes that aim to benefit the local community as a whole, whether it be through sustainability or championing local crafts and artisans. Beyond retail, enjoy workshops on all manner of skills, such as carpet upcycling and natural hand dyeing.
Location: Sustain.ed KL, 30, Jalan Hang Kasturi, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: 16th November 2024
Pesona Telepuk: Seni Perada Emas @ National Textile Museum of Malaysia
Learn everything you need to know about the storied art of Telepuk textiles when you visit the National Textile Museum of Malaysia, which will be hosting the Persona Telepuk: Seni Perada Emas exhibit until the end of December 2024. As many as 140 rarified designs that feature intricate and complex gold leaf stamping have been brought together under a single roof for display, sourced from private collections from across the region. The exhibit is split into major areas of study concerning the artform, including its history, key motifs, and future.
Location: National Textile Museum of Malaysia, 26, Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: Until the 31st of December, 2024
Yellow Land by Pingmin Market @ Pingmin Hub
The colour of sunflowers, pina coladas, and sunshine, yellow often inspires a wellspring of joy from the very moment that you see it. Which is why the people behind Pingmin Market has decided to dedicate an entire weekend bazaar as an ode to the colour yellow with the Yellow Land bazaar, happening from the 15th to 17th of November, 2024. Predictably, you’ll win extra brownie points (and a gift) if you come in yellow to enjoy all that their vendors have to offer, whether it be food, drink, or trinkets to take home with you.
Location: Pingmin Hub, 36, Jalan Kamuning, NEAR TRX, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 15th to 17th November 2024
The Laughing Gas @ awegallery
Get a chuckle in and give yourself a brief moment of respite from trials and tribulations of your week by nabbing a seat at the next instalment of The Laughing Gas, which will be held in PJ’s awegallery. Bringing together a total of nine local stand-up comics with a knack for knocking the wind out of your lungs with a chuckle, be prepared to enjoy an evening of jovial, belly-aching catharsis that inspects and satirises the mundane and often overlooked curiosities of everyday Malaysian life.
Location: awegallery, 21, Jalan 20/13, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Date: November 16th 2024
Price: RM50 (regular price), RM90 (couple price), RM160 (group price for four)
Le Corbusier: A Travelling Exhibition
As one of the most prominent names in modern architecture, Swiss-French architect Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, otherwise commonly known as Le Corbusier, is best remembered for his approach to building design that emphasised functionality and simplicity, key tenants which we now identify with most contemporary edifices. Revisit some of his most notable works through a series of intricate models and mockups, courtesy of Singapore’s RT+Q Architects, when you visit UR-MU from the 10th to 29th of November 2024.
Location: 3, Jalan Bedara, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: 10th to 29th November 2024
Preowned Luxury Fair @ Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
Hoping to snag yourself some designer buys for less? Listen up in that case. Malaysian luxury consignment store Attic House will be hosting their annual Preowned Luxury Fair once more in the Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, where you can expect to find all manner of gently used and well-loved designer goods for a substantial discount. Whether if its a chic Dior shoulder bag for evening soirees or a pair of slip-on Gucci loafers for everyday, you’ll find it all here, if you move quick enough.
Location: Pearl Room, Ground Floor, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 8th to 10th November 2024
Events and things to do in KL & Selangor for 2024 – October edition
Artisan Spark @ REX KL
If you’re the kind of person to enjoy the handcrafted nature of artisanal products, then you’re going to want to head over to REXKL from the 18th to the 20th of October, 2024 for the Artisan Spark marketplace. Whether it be bespoke graphic shirt designs, blended scents, or novel pieces of decorative art, you will find them all congregated in one spot for your retail convenience.
Location: RexKL, 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 18th to 20th October, 2024
Fightbouts by Malaysian Fight League @ The Gasket Alley
Sometimes, your weekends can do with a little cathartic burst of adrenalin. If that happens to be the case, be sure to snag tickets for the Fightbouts that are due to take place on the 19th of October. Organised by the Malaysian Fight League, expect muay Thai and boxing dukeouts from a total of sixteen participating fighters, in addition to a DJ set extending late into the night.
Date: 19th October 2024, 7.30pm onwards
Location: The Gasket Alley, Lot 15, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia 46200
Price: RM40 for general admission, RM60 for general admission and afterparty
Beauty in My Eyes by Jane Tan @ awegallery
Through delicate brushstrokes, 77-year-old artist Jane Tan has minted a reputation for depicting a world of serene beauty. But those who know her well will readily attest that beauty, in Jane’s eyes, doesn’t stop short of the canvas as she has endeavoured to channel her artistic pursuits into charitable work as well, a goal which she continues to maintain with her latest retrospective, Beauty in My Eyes. Held at awegallery from 12th to 24th October, art enthusiasts may view and purchase her works, while also meeting the artist in person.
Date: 12th to 24th October 2024
Location: awegallery, 21, Jalan 20/13, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Kaki Cosplay @ Central Market
Calling all otakus, Central Market in Kuala Lumpur is hosting an upcoming Kaki Cosplay bazaar and you are invited to dress up in your anime best for a fun-filled itinerary that spans across the weekend. Activities include everything from cosplay competitions, to meet-and-greet sessions with established cosplayers such as Rakuta and Munchies, in addition to a performance by A-Sidetrack.
Date: 18th to 20th October, 2024
Location: Central Market, Jalan Hang Kasturi, Annexe, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Telur Pecah 4.0 @ GMBB KL
Telur Pecah 4.0: A Contemporary Art Exhibition returns with an exciting new edition. Organised by GMBB and spearheaded by founding curator Phillip Wong, this year’s event features a collaborative effort with a group of emerging young curators including Danielle L. Shannon, Jakob van Klang, Eng Jun Yi, and Luqman Rosnan. The exhibition comprises five curated components, inviting visitors to explore a diverse range of artistic perspectives and expressions.
This is a unique opportunity to engage with the works of nearly 200 local artists. For more information about the featured artists and collaborators for the 2024 exhibition, check out their Instagram page. To secure free admission and stay informed about event updates, follow @telurpecah_gmbbkl on Instagram.
Location: No. 2, Jalan Robertson, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 10 October – 10 November 2024, 11 AM to 7.45 PM
Price: Free entry
Smiling Monsters Studio Game Day @ GMBB KL
There was once a time when family-friendly entertainment encompassed communal activities such as watching a television show together or better yet, testing the strength of familial bonds over a board game of your choice. While that practice may have steadily fallen. to the wayside, there are still plenty of board game clubs scattered around Kuala Lumpur keeping the hobby alive. On the 6th of October, head on over to GMBB KL and join Smiling Monsters Studio for their Game Day initiative, and try your hand at a board game of your choice.
Location: GMBB KL, No. 2, Jalan Robertson, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: October 6th, 2024
Price: RM20 per person
Sunny Side Up Market @ Slate at The Row
With dreary, cloudy days like the ones we have been experiencing as of late in Kuala Lumpur, we can all use a little cheer over the weekend with local wares and eats. If that sounds like your gig, then you’re going to want to head over to Slate at The Row to partake in the latest installation of Sunny Side Up Market. As. is the case before, all manner of products produced by Malaysian hands will be available for your perusal, ranging from homeware to fashion accessories and even pet care essentials.
Location: 44, Jalan Doraisamy, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: 5th and 6th October 2024
Price: Free admission
Paranormal Paramount @ awegallery
Time to get the spooky-ooky season in gear, and the cool kids in Taman Paramount have just the ticket with the Paranormal Paramount fashion market. Curated by Spiral Store and hosted in awegallery, all manner of ghosts and ghouls are welcome to stop by and peruse their wares, with appearances by Midnight Thriftings, Bats in Bows, Snugy Piercing, and other vendors.
Location: awegallery, 21, Jalan 20/13, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Date: 5th and 6th October, 2024
Short+Sweet Malaysia 2024 @ KLPAC
A yearly celebration of the local performance arts scene, Short+Sweet Malaysia is back with their 2024 edition led by Dato’ Dr Faridah Merican. The month-long itinerary, which will encompass weekends spanning from late-September to late-October, aims to provide Malaysians with an opportunity to enjoy some of the country’s nascent performing arts talents, ranging from the silver screen to the stand-up stage.
Location: KL Performing Arts Centre, Jln Sultan Azlan Shah, Sentul, 51100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: 11th to 12th October 2024, 18th to 19th October 2024
Price: RM38 to RM50
Serba Serbi @ Phil’s Pizza
Ever wondered what it would be like to dress like some of your favourite content creators? Always wondered where they shop to nab the coolest wardrobe staples? Well you can take away all that guesswork when you drop by the Serba Serbi market organised by Phil’s Pizza from the 5th to 6th of October 2024, featuring closet offerings from Elena Laurel, Julia Duclos, Lucas Lau, and more.
Location: The Gasket Alley, Lot 15, 13, Jln 13/6, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Date: 5th and 6th of October, 2024
Price: Free admission
Events and things to do in KL & Selangor for 2024 – September edition
Joanne Kam live @ Hotel Indigo Kuala Lumpur on the Park
Hotel Indigo Kuala Lumpur on the Park is hosting an exciting three-part comedy series featuring Malaysia’s renowned comedian, Joanne Kam, at its signature venue, The Silver Monkey, that’s known for its vibrant ambiance, offers a unique blend of fine dining and live entertainment. The inaugural show, ‘Joanne Kam Live,’ is scheduled for 28 September and will showcase a stellar lineup of comedians, including Brian Tan, Bibi K Poh, and Shamaine Othman.
Location: 5, Jalan Puncak, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 28 September 2024, 9 PM
Price: From RM180
The Block Party: Slumber Edition @ Prime One KL
Think slumber party, but with a decidedly grown-up twist. The Block Party is heating things up by taking over Prime One KL on the 28th of September with the city’s biggest DJ acts taking the deck, including Daaliah, Julia Amin, and Viene. Snag your tickets and be prepared to boogie the night away in satin sheets and luxuries so fine.
Location: Prime One, Level 33, Menara TA One, 22, Jalan P. Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: 28th September 2024
Price: RM65 per ticket when purchased online, RM80 at the door
Malam Akustik @ Food Fiction, REXKL
Grooves and grub, that’s what the people at Food Fiction in REXKL are proposing, if you were so keen to kick off your weekend the right way. Local musicians from all quarters of the Klang Valley will be staging acoustic performances in Chinatown’s most cherished youth hub as you indulge in an array of delectable nibbles, courtesy of the many eateries that have taken up residence there.
Location: RexKL, 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 27th September, 2024
Jim Beam Highball Bash @ APW Bangsar
Consider yourself a K-Pop stan? You’re in luck, as the Jim Beam team has corralled JOVYNN, BLINK, Odelia, St Kylo, BATE, and DJ Yazzi for a Friday night party that will bring a slice of Seoul soul to the heart of Bangsar. To sweeten the pot even further, the first 200 guests will get to enjoy a Fizzin’ Highball on the house, just to get things started on the right note.
Location: A Place Where, 29, Jalan Riong, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: 26th to 27th September, 2024
Pingmin Coffee Festival @ Pavilion Bukit Jalil
Another installation of Pingmin’s beloved Coffee Festival will be held at Pavilion Bukit Jalil on the last weekend of September, for those of you who missed it the first time around. As is the case from before, this is set to be one of the largest coffee-centric events in the Klang Valley, which will play host to not only a spectrum of local and regional vendors, but also workshops and even championship events.
Location: Piazza @ Level 3, Pavilion Bukit Jalil, 2, Persiaran Jalil 8, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Date: 27th to 29th September, 2024
RABAK by Maizul the Artist @ ZHAN Art | Space
RABAK, a solo exhibition by Maizul the Artist at ZHAN Art | Space, offers a comprehensive look at the artist’s recent work. The exhibition showcases two main elements: a video documentation of action painting performances from 2022-2023, and a collection of 15 abstract paintings. Many of these paintings are part of the ‘Pain to Paint to Pain’ series, titled RABAK Vol 2, which builds upon the previous RABAK Vol 1 from 2022.
The exhibition highlights the profound emotional connection between the artist and his work. Maizul’s abstract paintings, created through real-time live-action painting sessions in 2022-2023, aim to evoke deep personal and emotional responses from viewers. The artwork reflects the artist’s journey and experiences, emphasising the themes of emotion and sensation throughout the exhibition.
Location: 100-G.025, Block J, The School, Jaya One, No, 72A, Jalan Profesor Diraja Ungku Aziz, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Date: 27 August – 29 September 2024, 10 AM to 5 PM (closed on Mondays)
Price: Free entry
Ikat Tepi Workshop @ Ah Wong Office
If you haven’t already heard, bag charms are very much en vogue right now. While you could always buy a set of your own, have you ever considered making one by hand? If you fancy a weekend of arts and crafts, join artist Kelly Lee at Ah Wong Kopi on 29th September to learn how you can make your very own miniature ikat tepi bag charms out of resin.
Location: Ah Wong Office, 20, Jalan 17/1a, Seksyen 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Date: 29th September 2024
Price: RM120 per pax
Pingmin Market x Somersby @ Pingmin Hub
There’s no getting around it, just like many of us, you’re probably looking for ways to cool down after wandering around downtown Kuala Lumpur under the scorching equatorial heat. Do the smart thing and march your way over to Jalan Kamunting near The Exchange TRX from the 20th to 22nd of September, where you’ll find not only plenty to do and see with Pingmin Market, but even chilled cans of Somersby’s 0.0 alcohol-free beverages to enjoy.
Location: Pingmin Hub, 36, Jalan Kamuning, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 20th to 22nd of September, 2024
