7 Things to do in KL & PJ This Weekend: 5 & 6 APRIL 2025
Hello, April!
Our roundup of all the must-know events happening this 5 to 6 April 2025 around the KL and PJ area.
It’s the first weekend of April, and we’re kicking things off with another edition of the BURO Weekend Guide! To help you reset for the new month, we’ve rounded up the seven most exciting events happening over the next two days so you can soak up the best of what KL and PJ have to offer. Ready to hit pause on the grind and unwind after a long week? Here’s everything you need to check out from 5 to 6 April 2025.
1. CELEBRATE ‘A LUMINOUS RAYA’ WITH FESTIVE PERFORMANCES AT THE EXCHANGE TRX
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When: 5 to 6 April 2025 | 2pm to 4pm
Where: The Exchange TRX
Price: Free entry
Raya festivities may be winding down, but the fun is far from over! Head over to The Exchange TRX for ‘A Luminous Raya’, where a lineup of performances awaits to celebrate the final weekend of the season. Immerse yourself in the soothing rhythms of the Gamelan, an ensemble of percussive instruments, watch the traditional Tarian Rakyat, or kick back to local tunes with live band sets. Don’t forget to snap some photos in your baju raya. BURO Tip: the stunning decor, inspired by modern Islamic architecture, makes for the best photo op spot!
Head over to The Exchange TRX’s Instagram for more information.
2. BELT IT OUT AT JAO TIM KL’S LIVE MUSIC SESSION
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When: 6 April 2025 | 9pm onwards
Where: Jao Tim KL
Price: RM100 per person
Music lovers, this one’s for you! In the latest edition of their ‘Live at Jao Tim’ series, the hotel-turned-cafe is hosting a night dedicated to all things pop, R&B, and soul. Join singer-songwriter Nutserlar and a talented group of local artists as they reimagine familiar hits from Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Blackpink’s Jennie, and more. It’s the perfect way to relax, especially with Jao Tim’s signature drinks in hand and your besties by your side!
Find out more at Jao Tim KL’s Instagram.
3. EXPLORE NFTS AND THE WEB3 WORLD AT 8SIAN MAGAZINE’S APE CARNIVAL
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When: 6 April 2025 | 4pm to 10pm
Where: APW Bangsar
Price: Free entry, but RSVP is required
If you’re a Web3 enthusiast looking to connect with like-minded people, Ape Carnival at APW Bangsar is the place to be. Expect a jam-packed schedule of activities, from live music and tasty “monkey bites” to an exclusive MINI Aceman showcase. Dive into insightful panel discussions featuring community leaders and seasoned Web3 experts, then stick around for a networking session as the sun sets.
For the full schedule, head to 8sian Magazine’s Instagram and click here to RSVP.
4. DINE WITH FRIENDS AT JOLOKO KL X RAW’S TROPICAL NOIR BRUNCH
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When: 5 April 2025 | 12pm to 4pm
Where: Ground floor, Else Hotel
Price: RM215 per person
Looking for a new brunch spot but can’t decide where to go? Tropical Noir has you covered! This Saturday, Joloko KL and Raw are teaming up to deliver a 9-course feast packed with bold flavours and electrifying beats. Expect dishes like fresh oysters with tequila and passionfruit, banana flower ceviche with zucchini, coconut, and caviar, cassava tacos with smoked lamb, and more. A lineup of DJs, including local artist Irama, will be spinning live sets throughout the afternoon as you dine.
For updates, follow Joloko KL or Raw on Instagram.
5. HUNT DOWN VINTAGE GEMS AT THE KL COLLECTOR’S MARKET
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When: 5 to 6 April 2025 | 10am to 9pm
Where: Central Piazza LG1, KL Gateway Mall
Price: Free entry
KL Collector’s Market is back! With a lineup of local vendors, this Raya edition is a must-visit for vintage lovers. Browse through a curated selection of thrifted apparel, collectibles, vinyl records, retro toys, and more. Whether you’re hunting for a rare gem or just looking to spend your duit Raya, this market has something for every collector at heart.
Find out more here.
6. WANDER THROUGH THE ODDLY FAMILIAR REALM OF ‘I SEE, I SEE’
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When: From now until 13 April 2025 | 12pm to 6pm (Wednesday to Sunday)
Where: The Backroom KL
Price: Free entry
Step into a world of dry humour and nostalgia at KL-based artist CC Kua’s latest exhibition, ‘I See, I See’. Featuring works on paper and canvas from the past three years, the collection plays with offbeat wit, bittersweet memories, and punchlines that don’t quite land. The exhibition’s title toys with the act of looking, capturing both clarity and confusion, where meaning hovers just out of reach.
Learn more about the exhibition here.
7. SAVOUR PERANAKAN FLAVOURS WITH CHEF SHARON’S NYONYA HERITAGE DINNER
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When: 5 April 2025 | 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Where: The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi
Price: RM220 per person (minimum two adults)
If you’re looking for a culinary adventure beyond the Klang Valley, head to the Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi! After last year’s successful collaboration, Chef Sharon Ann de Souza of KL’s Nyonya Supper Club returns to present her exclusive Nyonya Heritage Dinner. The 13-course menu features standout dishes like crabmeat pie tee, udang cili garam, onde-onde panna cotta and Chef Sharon’s signature ayam buah keluak dish of tender chicken cooked with buah keluak, a rare nut.
Visit the Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi’s website to find out more and make reservations.
For more BURO Weekend Guides, click here.
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