7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 25 & 26 May 2024
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It’s the last weekend of May and the month is going out with a bang! As usual, the city will be buzzing with events and happenings, so we don’t want you to miss out on any of it. In this edition of the BURO Weekend Guide, we’ve got everything that you’ll need for your weekend plans, including arts and crafts workshops at REXKL, a pizza and cocktail party at Alta Pizza, and Culture Hypemarket—all happening on 25 and 26 May 2024! (PS: Don’t miss our bonus entry at the end!)
1. GET CRAFTY AT REXKL’S BENGKELS ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS
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When: 25 to 26 May 2024 | 12pm to 6pm
Where: REXKL
Price: Varies by workshop
Discover your artsy side with REXKL’s series of arts and crafts workshops as part of its brand new Bengkels platform. This weekend, the lineup consists of four artisans, each specialising in a different medium. Angelicioxs’s Zentangle workshop will introduce you to the magic of scribbling with purpose, whereas Let’s Do Do Studio is presenting both hand crochet and Cloisonne art workshops. Meanwhile, My Bear Family will take you through the ropes of felt needling and Pak Long will share his calligraphy expertise.
Register for the workshops here.
2. CATCH YOUR FAVOURITE LOCAL LABELS AT CULTURE FEST’S HYPEMARKET
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When: 25 to 26 May 2024 | 11am to 10pm
Where: Convention Centre, Tropicana Gardens Mall
Price: Free entry
For all things streetwear, you don’t want to miss Culture Fest’s Hypemarket. Its diverse list of vendors cover all things style from sneakers and thrift finds to accessories and womenswear. Brands and stores you might recognise include Fifth, Ghostboy, Delics, Nuvu Jewel, Malayan Wolfpack, and more. On top of that, there will also be food and drink vendors such as kombucha specialists Wonderbrew to fuel you through your shopping. Lastly, for those who are looking to get new ink, tattoo artist Jaydan Fung will be on site so you could be walking home with fresh body art.
For more information and updates, follow Culture Fest on Instagram.
3. CHEERS TO TIPPLES AND BITES AT ALTA PIZZA’S JAPANESE ITALIANO PARTY
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When: 26 May 2024 | 3pm to late
Where: Alta Pizza, Bangsar
Price: RM38 per cocktail | From RM14 for food
Jalan Kemuja’s Alta Pizza is hosting its first-ever party this Sunday. On the menu will be Japanese- and Italian-inspired bar bites by Mr. Foo and refreshing Roku, Suntory, and Delinquente cocktails by drinks maestro Jordan Lim. We’re excited to try the fish katsu sando and Muffuletta from the bites menu. For drinks, we can’t wait to get a taste of the fruity La Pesca and the savour Gentle Mary.
Get updates on Alta Pizza’s Instagram.
4. FIND THE LOAF OF YOUR LIFE AT UNIVERSAL BAKEHOUSE’S ROTI VAN POP-UP
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When: 26 May and 2 June 2024 | 9am to 2pm (or until sold out)
Where: Afloat Coffee Roasters, Bukit Jalil
Get your sourdough fix at Universal Bakehouse’s Roti Van pop-up this weekend at Afloat Coffee Roasters in Bukit Jalil! You’ll spot some of the beloved bakery’s greatest hits on its menu including its sourdough loaves, ham and cheese croissants, banana walnut cake, spicy chicken sausage bun, and caramelised onion focaccia. While the baked goods are available for takeaways only, you can head to Afloat Coffee Roasters to dine in and enjoy your buns alongside a cuppa.
Find the full menu on Universal Bakehouse’s Instagram.
5. REVEL IN SPRING’S COLOURS WITH W KUALA LUMPUR’S CHERRY-PICKED PERFECTIONS HIGH TEA
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When: Every Saturday and Sunday from now until 28 June 2024 | 3pm to 5pm
Where: Living Room, W Kuala Lumpur
Price: RM148 nett per person
Immerse yourself in a cherry blossom paradise in W Kuala Lumpur’s Sakura Garden at Living Room. Launched in celebration of the spring season and its blooms, this two-month long extravaganza will bring good bites, drinks, dancing, and more for you to enjoy. Its Cherry-picked Perfections High Tea is a weekend special that comprises sweet and savoury bites as well as refreshing drinks, all curated as a nod to the sakura season.
Get more information on W Kuala Lumpur’s Instagram.
6. SHOW SOME LOVE TO HOMEGROWN BRANDS AT KLOVE MARKET
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When: 25 and 26 May 2024 | 11am to 6pm
Where: Level 1 and 2, Kloé Hotel
Price: Free entry
In partnership with Traders Market, Kloé Hotel is back for its 7th installment of KLove Market. This time, over 30 sustainably-run local brands will be present, including upcycled home decor artisans and handcrafted soap makers. Among its vendors are Candle Pit Stop, Bluemolly, Re{me}dy, L1vin, and Oh Sebenar. There will also be bites available from its food partners such as Gula Creamery, PichaEats, and The Good Fat Company. As for music, DJs Rudy la Faber, Oddjob and Chairman from Fono.KL will be on the decks on Saturday from 2pm to 8pm.
Visit Kloé Hotel’s Instagram for more information.
7. LEARN FROM CELEBRATED CHOCOLATIER AND PATISSIER SUSUMU KOYAMA AT HIS JAPANESE PASTRIES MASTERCLASS
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When: 24 to 26 May 2024
Where: Hands on Workshop, SS18
Master chocolatier and patissier Susumu Koyama of Es Koyama is making a pit stop in Kuala Lumpur to host a workshop on Japanese pastries this weekend. Perfect for pastry lovers and aspiring bakers, this workshop will take you through the foundations of pastry-making, including the techniques and flavours used. The Kyoto-born chef will provide personal insights and guidance, so you’re guaranteed to walk away with a wealth of culinary knowledge.
WhatsApp +6012 231 3303 for more details.
BONUS: Celebrate local hip-hop culture at Raising the Bar Fest 2024
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When: 25 to 26 May 2024
Where: Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC), Sentul West
Price: RM149 nett (two-day pass) | RM99 nett (single-day pass) | RM29 nett (conference only)
Calling all hip-hop heads! This weekend, vibe to seasoned and up-and-coming local acts from Malaysia’s vibrant grassroots hip-hop scene at Raising the Bar Festival 2024. After a brief hiatus, the music event returns this year bigger than ever with a two-day celebration of non-stop entertainment. Expect electrifying performances from artists representing Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and the United States such as Alpyh, Quai, Oddisee, Dato Maw and more. Further, the festival will feature a range of non-music programming—titled Conference—that includes workshops, film screenings, art installations and fireside chats to celebrate all things hip-hop.
Purchase tickets here and follow RTB Festival 2024 on Instagram for the latest updates.
For more BURO Weekend Guides, click here.
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