7 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 16 & 17 August 2025
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Our guide to the best things to do this weekend (16-17 August 2025), including Good Coffee Festival, ‘Unleash the Monster’, and more.
If August has been a chaotic month so far for you, rest assured that you’re not alone! The weekend could not have come any sooner and luckily for you, there are quite a number of happenings to look forward to. From the Good Coffee Festival to a yakitori party in Chinatown, we’re sure there will be something for you to add to your agenda. Without further ado, here is the latest edition of the BURO Weekend Guide!
1. INDULGE IN BOLD BITES WITH FLOCK’S TALAM AT W KUALA LUMPUR
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When: From now until 31 August 2025 (dinner only)
Where: Flock, W Kuala Lumpur
Price: From RM298 nett per set
W Kuala Lumpur is celebrating its seventh birthday and you’re invited to join in on the festivities! This weekend, head to Flock for a taste of some sizzling goodness with the Talam platter. Made to be shared, this is the ultimate excuse to stuff your face with your favourite foodies. There are three variations on the menu for you to choose from: chargrilled fish and seafood, chargrilled meat, as well as a mix of chargrilled meat and seafood.
Call or WhatsApp +6012 347 9088 to book your tables.
2. FIND YOUR NEW FAVOURITE BREW AT ‘GOOD COFFEE FESTIVAL 2025’
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When: 15 to 17 August 2025 | 10am to 10pm (15 & 16 August 2025) | 10am to 8pm (17 August 2025)
Where: The Campus Ampang
Are you powered by coffee? Do you get excited by the thought of having a cup of coffee in the morning? If your answer is yes to all of the above questions, then bookmark this event for your weekend plans. Happening at The Campus Ampang, ‘Good Coffee Festival 2025’ is dedicated to all things java. Its lineup includes both local and international cafés plus roasters, so you’ll have a wealth of brews to sample while there. The agenda also includes bar takeovers, competitions, workshops, and more.
Follow Good Coffee Festival for more information.
3. STROLL & SHOP AT ‘MARKET MINGGU’ IN TAMAN BOTANI NEGARA
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When: 16 & 17 August 2025 | 23 & 24 August 2025 | 8am to 2pm
Where: Taman Botani Negara, Shah Alam
Get knee deep in nature and take in the fresh air at ‘Market Minggu’ this weekend! There will be a ton of local vendors with crafts, food, drinks, and more on sale. All you have to do is bring yourselves, a picnic blanket, some foldable chairs, and maybe a handheld fan or two! Show up, stroll, shop, and santai!
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4. CELEBRATE PORSCHE’S WINNING SPIRIT AT ‘MOTORSPORT WEEKEND’
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When: 16 & 17 August 2025 | 10am to 5pm
Where: Porsche Centre Ara Damansara, Porsche Centre Penang, and Porsche Centre Johor Bahru
Porsche is celebrating its recent double victory at the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship 2025 with both the Teams’ and Manufacturers’ titles in their hands. To mark this momentous milestone, the automaker is inviting you to get a taste of its racing DNA with its nationwide ‘Motorsport Weekend’, happening simultaneously at its three main Porsche Centres in PJ, Penang, and Johor Bahru. There, you’ll get a glimpse of the brand’s latest models, wrapped in legendary race liveries as an homage to their winning history. Plus, there will be a handful of exclusive offers available for just this weekend, so don’t miss out!
Find out more here.
5. SPEND YOUR SUNDAY WITH SKEWERS, SAKE, AND SOUNDS AT SHIBUI YAKITORI
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When: Every Sunday | 3pm to 6pm
Where: Shibui Yakitori
We’ve all seen the coffee raves and day dance parties, so Shibui Yakitori has taken it upon themselves to bring it up a notch with some yakitori. Every Sunday, head over to this Chinatown eatery for a casual yet fun time, complete with their skewers, sake, coffee, a DJ, and more.
Follow Shibui Yakitori for updates.
6. CRACK OPEN A COLD ONE WITH ‘UNLEASH THE MONSTER’
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When: 16 August 2025 | 4pm until late
Where: Kapitan Haus
Another party is happening just down the street from Shibui Yakitori at Kapitan Haus. Here, you’ll find all sorts of craft beer courtesy of Monster & Beer, flash tattoo sessions, a live DJ set, and tarot card reading sessions. Artist Gimmy Granny will also be on-site whipping up monster-fied caricatures of guests, free with any purchase of craft beer!
Get more information here.
7. SUPPORT LOCAL IN THE NAME OF MERDEKA AT PINGMIN MARKET’S ‘YANG LOKAL’
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When: 15 to 17 August 2025 | 22 to 24 August 2025 | 29 to 31 August 2025 | 5pm to 12am
Where: Pingmin Hub
Price: Free entry
Pingmin is back again with another edition of its lively markets and this time, they’re celebrating all things local with ‘Yang Lokal’. From food and crafts to games and houseware, the market is a celebration of the building blocks that make Malaysia the nation that it is. Bring your reusable bags, wear your most comfortable shoes, and shop away!
To stay updated, follow Pingmin Market.
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