8 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 17 to 18 January 2026
Weekend wanders
The best things to check out this weekend (17-18 January 2026), including Shangri-La KL x Village Park, CNY Portraits with Apple, and more.
The weekend is back and it’s finally time to rev up your preparations for Chinese New Year too! Keeping busy surely won’t be a problem as the city’s calendar is looking packed for the next two days. If you’re finding yourself stumped for plans or needing some excitement in your days, you’ve come to the right place. Below, we’ve compiled a list of the must-know events happening around KL and PJ this 17 to 18 January 2026, including everything you need to know about them.
1. STEP UP YOUR POTRAIT GAME WITH TODAY AT APPLE’S CNY WORKSHOPS
When: 17 to 29 January 2026
Where: Apple, The Exchange TRX
Price: Free
It’s time again to round up your family members for those annual Chinese New Year portraits! If you’re looking to bring your portraits to the next level with nothing but your iPhone, then these Today at Apple sessions will be perfect for you! You’ll learn essential tips about framing, posing, and editing, so you won’t have to worry about your group photos being boring this year!
Sign up for a slot here.
2. START YOUR DAY WITH NASI LEMAK AT SHANGRI-LA KL X VILLAGE PARK’S POP-UP
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When: 15 to 28 January 2026 | 11.30am to 3pm
Where: Lobby Lounge, Shangri-La KL
Price: RM25 nett per set
Village Park is bringing its iconic nasi lemak to the city centre, setting up shop at Shangri-La KL’s Lobby Lounge for its limited-time pop-up! The hawker-style stall will be serving up plates of its signature nasi lemak and fried chicken, making it a must-visit for local fans and tourists alike. Other than its plates, they will also be serving other favourites such as kuih-muih and Nyonya curry laksa. Each set is inclusive of one nasi lemak with ayam goreng berempah, plus a drink of your choice (between Nescafé Tarik, teh tarik, or kopi tarik).
Follow Shangri-La KL and Village Park for updates.
3. RAISE A GLASS OR TWO AT UNWINED’S FOURTH BIRTHDAY PARTY
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When: 17 January 2026 | 7pm until late
Where: Unwined, APW Bangsar
Unwined is turning four this year and you’re invited to celebrate its birthday in vino fashion! A vital part of the natural wine movement in Malaysia, the wine bar has become a go-to for many local oenophiles. The party will entail lots of pours, bites from Roost and Boys Don’t Friday, a lucky draw, promo prices, and music from Suraj Laxhman.
Follow Unwined to stay updated.
4. EXPLORE THE REALM OF SOUND AND MUSIC AT ‘THE ART OF SOUND’
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When: 14 to 25 January 2026 | 11am to 7pm
Where: Awegallery
Art takes on different forms at Awegallery with ‘The Art of Sound’ as sculpture, calligraphy, and sound unite under one roof. Featuring DUA Yeong’s latest works, the exhibit is a collaboration between TechX and Audio Haus, reframing music and listening as a sensory experience. Guests will walk through curated listening zones and explore emotion through sound.
Find out more on Awegallery’s Instagram page.
5. BRING HOME YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND FROM SCAS’ BE MY FUREVER HOME ADOPTION DRIVE
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When: 17 to 18 January 2026 | 10am to 7pm
Where: The Square @ Jaya One
It’s all about the furkids—present and potential—this weekend at Jaya One. Second Chance Animal Society is hosting yet another installment of its Be My Furever Home adoption drive and pet market and we’re sure you’re going to leave with your arms filled, whether it be with treats and toys or even a new furry best friend! Vendors include Barkery Oven, Bowmantic, Pawever Memories, Little Pickle, Taming Wild, and more, who all cover different corners of the pet universe from wellness essentials to pet portraits!
Follow Second Chance Animal Society for more.
6. GRAB A SLICE AND A CUPPA FROM SYSTEM PROJECTS’ PUCKS COFFEE TAKEOVER
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When: 14 to 18 January 2026 | 4pm to 11pm
Where: Pucks Coffee
Pucks Coffee will be serving more than cuppas and pastries this weekend as System Projects has trekked all the way from Kuantan into the city centre to call its kitchen home for a couple of days. Over the course of its residency, the pizza experts will be serving a curated selection of slices from the classic beef pepperoni to a hearty Masak Lomak duck.
Stay updated on Pucks Coffee’s or System Projects’ social media.
7. SIT, SIP & SHOP AT MATTRESS MAKERS’ FIRST-EVER SHOWROOM
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When: 17 to 18 January 2026 | 10am to 10pm
Where: Mattress Makers, Subang Jaya Industrial Estate
What happens when four of Malaysia’s biggest comfort and sleep brands team up under one space? Well…Mattress Makers happens. Joey Mattress and Sofa, Build Furnitures, Palmér, and Makers have teamed up to open a collective manufacturers’ store to cut down on middle man costs for consumers and provide a one-stop shop for everything sleep-related. You’ll find all the essentials for a good night’s sleep here from pillows to bedframes. Of course, testing of the products is encouraged, so there are zones set up for you sit, lounge, and even sleep to make the most informed decision before purchasing!
Find out more about Mattress Makers and the brands here.
8. GIVE YOUR VANITY AND CLOSET A CNY REFRESH WITH GUNG X OUR SECOND NATURE
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When: 16 to 18 January 2026
Where: A Second to Gather, Bangsar Village II
Gung and Our Second Nature are coming together for a limited-time-only festive pop-up made to inspire your wardrobe for the CNY season and beyond! Both brands are known for their simple yet sophisticated designs that add a demure flair to any wardrobe, so this collaboration is one to bookmark for all those who appreciate a quietly demure look. Who knows? Maybe you’ll be picking up your staple piece of the season or a meaningful gift for your favourite person!
Check out Gung and Our Second Nature on Instagram for more.
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