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7 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 26 & 27 October 2024

Ready, set, weekend!

25.10.2024

By Amanda Fung

IMAGES: COACH PLAY APW | INSTAGRAM/@lexpatiopantry & @gyozaforlife2.0
7 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 26 & 27 October 2024

Here we are at the last weekend of the month! October has flown by in the blink of an eye, but you can make sure you send it off right with the latest edition of the BURO Weekend Guide. In this read, you’ll find all you need to know about Coach Play at APW, Hennessy’s pop-up at The Exchange TRX, Strollin Market at REXKL, and more. Let’s get your 26 and 27 October 2024 plans sorted!

 

1. EMBRACE CRAFTSMANSHIP, CREATIVITY, AND COFFEE AT COACH PLAY APW 

 

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When: Now open | Tuesday to Sunday | 10am to 10pm

Where: APW Bangsar

Coach Play at APW has finally opened its doors! Within this concept store, you’ll find exclusive tee and tote printing services as well as a selection of Coach apparel, footwear, plus bags. It also features the first-ever Coachtopia lab in Malaysia, where you can check out Coach pieces reimagined with recycled, repurposed, or renewable materials. Also within this space, you’ll find The Coach Coffee Shop serving up a slew of specialty coffee drinks and classic American deli bites, including sandwiches and pastries. For dessert, peruse the selection of rather interesting soft serve flavours: peanut butter and jelly, key lime pie, cream cheese bagel, and (drum roll, please) pepperoni pizza. 

Find more information on Coach Malaysia’s Instagram.

 

2. REVEL IN THE DEEPAVALI SPIRIT WITH THE EXCHANGE TRX’S ‘SYMPHONY OF LIGHTS’ CELEBRATIONS

 

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When: From now until 3 November 2024

Where: The Exchange TRX

Price: Free entry

In celebration of Deepavali, The Exchange TRX has packed a schedule of festivities for you and your loved ones to immerse yourselves in. You can admire the stunning mall decorations, watch live traditional dance performances, and enjoy seasonal deals on dining or retail. This weekend, there will be Bollywood and Lavani dances happening across both days in the afternoon. So make your way down to the Urban Node to catch a glimpse of the captivating performances alongside the festive light display.

Find out more at The Exchange TRX’s website.

 

3. EXPLORE THE ‘CRAFTED, BY HENNESSY’ POP-UP TO CELEBRATE 300 YEARS OF THE COGNAC HOUSE

When: From 25 October to 3 November 2024 

Where: The Exchange TRX

Price: Registration required

To all fans of cognac, you don’t want to miss this. Hennessy is celebrating 300 years of excellence in craftsmanship and you’re invited to the celebrations at its ‘Crafted, by Hennessy’ pop-up. The exhibition is a multi-sensory journey that takes you through the history and heritage of the brand. You’ll learn about Richard Hennessy himself, the process of cognac-making, the blending process, and the brand’s impact on pop culture. Better yet, those looking to dive deeper will have the opportunity to do so with its series of exclusive masterclasses that includes a guided tasting of Hennessy Paradis, X.O, V.S.O.P, and the Hennessy Master Blender’s Selection No. 5. 

Register your spot at ‘Crafted, by Hennessy’ here and sign up for the masterclass here

 

4. CELEBRATE EVERYTHING LOCAL WITH PASAR SELOKA AT UR-MU

 

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When: 26 & 27 October 2024 | 11am to 8pm (Saturday) & 11am to 6pm (Sunday)

Where: Level 4 and 7, Ur-Mu at The Toffee

Price: Free entry; workshop and talk require paid registration

Pasar Seloka has returned and this time, it’s showing up at Ur-Mu! With 40 vendors featured in its lineup, you’re sure to discover a new local brand to obsess over. This edition of Pasar Seloka also includes a Sunset Watch during golden hour on Saturday, so you can soak in all the final rays of the day. That’s not all! NurtureKnots Studio is hosting an upcycling workshop with hand whisking and loom weaving throughout the weekend. You can also catch an intriguing interactive talk courtesy of biologist Dr Thary Gazi Goh on why animals have horns. Both the workshop and talk are accessible with a fee. Pasar Seloka attendees will also get a discount on tickets to Ur-Mu across its three locations.

Find the full vendor list and more on Pasar Seloka’s Instagram

 

5. CHEER ON ATHLETES AT UNDER ARMOUR’S UA COMBINE COMPETITION

When: 26 October 2024 | 10am onwards

Where: Sentul Depot

Under Armour’s UA Combine challenge is back for the third year in a row! This Saturday, you can catch some of the strongest athletes in the country take on the sweat-inducing and heart-pumping physical tasks. During the course of the competition, they will compete in a series of eight challenges across agility, stamina, vertical, power, endurance, strength, speed, and cognition. Spectating is open to the public so bring your loudest voices and catchiest cheers because we’re sure they’ll be needing all the motivation they can get! 

For more information, visit Under Armour’s UA Combine website.

 

6. RING IN ONE YEAR OF LEX’S PATIO PANTRY AT ITS ‘LEX’S DINER’ BIRTHDAY EVENT

When: 25 to 27 October 2024 | 10.30am to 8pm

Where: Lex’s Patio Pantry, Bangsar

Lex’s Patio Pantry is turning one! To celebrate its one-year anniversary, the neighbourhood favourite is going back in time and transforming into ‘Lex’s Diner’ just for the weekend! As its name suggests, you’ll spot American diner classics on the menu from milkshakes  and burgers to hot dogs and waffles. Plus, you don’t have to leave your furkids at home for this one! Quan’s Dog Treats will be on-site with pup-friendly waffles for your dogs on Sunday—but they are welcome any day of the week at Lex’s!

Follow Lex’s Patio Pantry on Instagram for updates. 

 

7. TUCK INTO GYOZA FOR LIFE X JUNO’S GYOZA & WINE PAIRING POP-UP

 

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When: 25 to 27 October 2024 

Where: Juno, Bangsar

Pairing gyoza and natural wines was definitely not on our 2024 bingo cards. The teams behind Gyoza for Life and Juno are coming together this weekend for a very special gyoza and wine pairing collaboration! If you’re just here for a simple meal, get an order of its gyoza and wine flight. Those dining in pairs can indulge in its Dinner for Two, whereas anyone looking to have things their way can look to the a la carte menu. The four types of gyozas that will be served are: Wagyu, bouillabaisse, wild mushroom and brie, as well as chicken and chives. 

Visit Juno’s Instagram or Gyoza for Life’s Instagram for the full menu. 

 

 

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