7 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 14-16 September 2024
Demi Malaysia
Let the long weekend begin! With Monday (and for some of us, Tuesday) being a public holiday, we want to make sure you make the most of your weekend. Take a second, grab your calendars, and start planning because the BURO Weekend Guide is back to dish on all the must-know events. From the Kampung Attap neighbourhood party Peszta to REXKL’s Unity Market in celebration of Malaysia Day, here’s all the events you need to check out from 14 to 16 September 2024!
1. SPEND A DAY OUT AT THE ZHONGSHAN BUILDING’S PESZTA
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When: 14 September 2024 | 11am to 6pm
Where: The Zhongshan Building, Kampung Attap
Price: Free entry, no tickets needed
Embrace community and culture at Peszta this weekend alongside local talents, brands, and more! This one-day-only event at The Zhongshan Building will bring together some of the city’s most recognisable faces for a day of food, drinks, music, art, and sun. Among the vendors you’ll see are Browniboi, Halo Doughnut, San Pottery, and Lemondrop Farm. Ning Baizura, Leaism, alongside other artists will be lending their vocals and tunes to keep the vibes alive.
For updates, follow Peszta on Instagram.
2. TAKE IN THE BEATS AND BARS AT DIET TONG TONG FEST
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When: 14 September 2024 | 2pm to 2am
Where: Studio AB, Petaling Jaya
Price: RM100 per ticket
While the original Tong Tong Fest is no longer happening, Diet Tong Tong Fest is here to save the weekend. Featuring two stages with a killer lineup of local and regional talent, Diet Tong Tong Fest is still set to have you jamming out to the best beats. Machinedrum will be headlining the event, supported by artists including Singapore’s Subsonic Eye, homegrown talent Lunadira, CactusCactus, and more. Those with tickets for Tong Tong Fest will get free admission to Diet Tong Tong Fest.
Get your tickets here.
3. CELEBRATE THE MALAYSIAN SPIRIT AT REXKL’S UNITY MARKET
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When: 13 to 15 September 2024
Where: REXKL
Price: Free entry
Take your retail therapy adventures and patriotism to town this weekend for REXKL Unity Market. Featuring local brands and artisans, the lineup puts the spotlight on homegrown talent. Vendors include Emina Cosmetics, Streetpickers, Mighty Fafa, and Dough the Honor. Also on the schedule are open mic sessions and performances by local artists such as Ahmadul Amin and Jayson. Those staying at REXKL until late can also head to Food Fiction for bites and more tunes courtesy of Teddy Boy Terrorist.
Follow Curators Lab for updates and the full vendors list.
4. START YOUR SATURDAY WITH VENTURI MOTORS’ CARS & PIZZA EVENT
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When: 14 September 2024 | 8:30am onwards
Where: Venturi Motors, The Gasket Alley
Price: Free entry
Prepare for the ultimate carspotting adventure with Venturi Motors this weekend as they host their modern classic car meet at The Gasket Alley. Your early morning alarm will be totally worthy it as you’ll get a glimpse of pristine rides while enjoying slices from Phil’s Pizza and cuppas by Kopi Kayenne. Plus, you’ll be among the first to get access to the new Venturi Motors x Crank Tokyo merch by Headers. Coffeeboy Records will also be on site to provide some tunes for you to start your morning with.
Get more details here.
5. CHEERS TO NATIONHOOD WITH PAPERKITE BEER’S ‘IC MANA?!’ CAMPAIGN
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When: From now until 16 September 2024
Where: Participating bars and restaurants serving PaperKite beer
Local beer brand PaperKite has been joining in on the Merdeka and Malaysia Day celebrations in the only way they know how to: with their own craft brews. Whether you want to raise a toast to nationhood or the brand’s recent wins at the World Beer Awards 2024, head to one of its participating outlets for a cold one on the house. All you have to do is flash your NRIC, say “Malaysia Boleh”, and scan a QR code to get yourself a free glass of PaperKite beer.
Only for non-Muslims above 21 years of age. More campaign details can be found here.
6. EMBRACE THE FLOW OF LIFE WITH GUNG JEWELLERY’S ‘GO WITH THE SLOW’ POP-UP
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When: 14 September 2024 to 8 October 2024
Where: People’s Park Café
Local accessories brand Gung Jewellery is in its slow living era and wants to bring you along for the ride with its ‘Go with the Slow’ pop-up. Happening at People’s Park Café in Damansara Jaya, the pop-up entails freebies, a collaboration menu special, and a display of the brand’s latest collection. Also happening are workshops for you to take part in, including one on Mindful Journaling and another on Pottery Painting with Uncanny Valley.
For the full schedule and more details, visit Gung Jewellery’s Instagram.
7. GATHER WITH FELLOW ANAK-ANAK MALAYSIA AT PESTA HARMONIA
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When: 14 to 15 September 2024 | 5pm until late
Where: Lumi Marketplace Tropicana
Price: Free entry
Spend your long weekend evenings at Pesta Harmonia, where nostalgia and community will come together. Whether you’re there to shop crafts, savour delicious bites, and sway to the music, you’re guaranteed a day to remember. Its marketplace lineup features Hitam Manis, Bundle of Joy, as well as other brands and food businesses. For music, you’ll enjoy tunes from local singers Sofiya Shazal and Aydrus in addition to a DJ set by Zachratz & The Stoner Bois. Plus, you can use it as your excuse to dress up in your prettiest vintage Malaysiana outfit to go along with the theme!
More information can be found here.
BONUS: REVEL IN THE SOUNDS AND SEA BREEZE AT DESARU COAST’S OMBAK FESTIVAL
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When: 13 to 15 September 2024
Where: Desaru Coast, Johor
Price: RM550 (One-day pass) | RM990 (Two-day pass)
Have yourself a weekend of sun, sea, and song with Ombak Festival down by the Desaru Coast. The festival will bring music, food, drinks, arts, and culture together over its 50+ events and performances. On the music front, the lineup is led by five international headliners: six-time Grammy winner Nile Rodgers & Chic, pop culture icon Grace Jones, R&B Hall of Fame inductee Macy Gray, Swedish bang The Cardigans, and British DJ Quantic. Regional artists who will also be on stage include Bunga, Joe Flizzow, Alextbh, Thee Marloes, and more.
Exclusive ticketed events will also be open to Stay Package guests. They include the Ombak Supper Club with The Stars by Yellow Fin Horse and the Ember Beach Club Brunch by Chef Andrew Walsh. At the Festival Village, Food Fiction by REXKL will be presenting a range of bites from Joloko, Calle Taco, Licky Chan, and more. Not to mention, Kapten Batik and Dia Guild will also be there, presenting their own collections for you to browse.
Visit Ombak Festival’s website for more information and purchase your tickets here.
For more BURO Weekend Guides, click here.
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