7 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 24 & 25 August 2024
Round up your pals!
Gearing up for the weekend? Lucky for you, we’ve got all the goods you need for a weekend spent out and about. Whether you’re in need of an ice cold drink or some retail therapy, this edition of the BURO Weekend Guide has you covered. Ahead, you’ll find all the exciting happenings around KL & PJ from 24 to 25 August 2024, including Barstars’ stop in KL and Connor’s Midnight Tour.
1. FEEL THE MALAYSIAN PRIDE AT PASAR SELOKA KITA
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When: 24 to 25 August 2024 | 10am to 8pm
Where: The Grounds Mahsa Avenue
Price: Free entry
Pasar Seloka returns with its ever-popular Merdeka market at The Grounds Mahsa Avenue. This time round, you’ll catch a slew of local clothing brands, pre-loved apparel vendors, and food partners filling its booths. You can also look forward to getting your portraits taken by Kanta Studio, who will be setting up a photography booth at the venue! With that, make sure you’re dressed in your best and get ready for a weekend of retail therapy!
For updates, follow Pasar Seloka on Instagram.
2. LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL WITH CONNOR’S MIDNIGHT TOUR FINALE AT REXKL
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When: 24 August 2024
Where: REXKL
Price: Free entry, registration required
Clear your Saturday evenings and head to REXKL for the grand finale of Connor’s Midnight Live series. Its lineup is nothing short of exciting with the likes of Ashley Lau, NYK, Alt8, and Biia leading the pack. Three stages will be prepared for the evening of techno, dancing, and Connor’s Stout Porter. Not only will there be parties and performances, you’ll also be able to enjoy a bazaar as well as some food to fuel you for the night.
Find more information here.
3. TUCK INTO LOCAL FLAVOURS AT CHEF MELBA NUNIS AND LOCUS’ KRISTANG FEAST
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When: From 22 to 24 August 2024 | 7pm to 11pm
Where: Locus
Price: RM100 deposit | RM288 per pax ++
It’s no secret that we Malaysians take our food seriously. One person who can truly be touted as an icon of our local cuisine is none other than chef Melba Nunis. A true expert in Kristang cuisine, chef Melba is bringing her chops to the Locus kitchen for a few days in celebration of our independence day. In true Malaysian style, the menu is meant for sharing and includes dishes such as devil curry chicken, tiger prawn pineapple curry, and chicken seybak.
WhatsApp +6016 747 7950 to save your seat.
4. CELEBRATE ASIA’S THRIVING BAR SCENE WITH BARSTARS’ STOP IN KL
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When: 23 and 24 August 2024 | 8pm to 1am (23 August) & 9pm to 2am (24 August)
Where: Penrose (23 August) | Reka:Bar (24 August)
The region’s best bartenders are landing in Kuala Lumpur for an all-star show of cocktail talent. Over the weekend, you’ll get a taste of signature cocktails from each of the bartenders, who are all representing their home bases that were recently named on the Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024 list. The lineup includes Naz Zurimi of Singapore’s Sago House, Kai Ng of Hong Kong’s Quinary, and Thanesh Kumar of Penang’s Backdoor Bodega.
Find out more at Barstars’ Instagram.
5. CHEERS TO 70 YEARS OF THE PIÑA COLADA WITH HILTON KUALA LUMPUR
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When: From 1 July to 31 August 2024
Where: Hilton Kuala Lumpur
If you like piña colada…then head to Hilton Kuala Lumpur to show it. Aviary Bar is adding five iconic iterations of the piña colada to its menu in celebration of the classic cocktail’s 70th anniversary. It includes the hotel’s very own Caribbean Bird and the Pina Natura by Matteo Giannuzzi of London Hilton on Park Lane. So whether you need a post-workweek drink or are in need of girl’s night out plans, you know where to go.
Click here for more information on Aviary Bar.
6. EXPLORE YOUR BEST SELF WITH GARMIN’S ‘BE MORE’ POP-UP
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When: From 17 August to 16 September 2024
Where: Three Years Old, Bukit Bintang
As part of its mission to prioritise wellness in Malaysians, Garmin has launched its ‘Be More’ pop-up at Three Years Old café in collaboration with well-loved nutritionist Zhi Ling. Also part of this initiative is local jewellery makers Psyndrome and supplement brand Moom Health. Diners will be able to get a personal look at Garmin’s wellness range as well as indulge in a set meal Zhi Ling has crafted. On top of that, Moom Health has also come up with an exclusive cooler called Electro Squeeze, made using its latest Hyrd-aid product.
Explore more about the event here.
7. BRING YOUR APPETITES TO TACO WEEKEND AT NIJU COFFEE HUB
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When: 23 to 24 August 2024 | 3pm to 10pm (23 August) & 12pm to 10pm (24 August)
Where: Niju Coffee Hub
If some soulful tacos and refreshing tipples are what you need this weekend, Niju Coffee Hub has got it all for you and more. With some help from Calle Taco and Sipping Monster, Niju Coffee Hub is bringing you all the flavour you need to spice up your weekend. On the tacos front, there are four variations for you to choose from including its signature pulled beef and arroz rojo with chicken al pastor. To keep yourself quenched, reach for one of the three cocktails available such as the fruity Sombrero Spritz. Don’t forget to end your meal with some Spanish cheese doughnuts, served with a smoked gula Melaka dipping sauce.
Visit Niju Coffee Hub’s Instagram for updates.
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