Maybank Art Collection Exhibition (MACE)
Menara Maybank Jalan Tun Perak, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
The First Immersive Fairytale Dining In Malaysia by AStage
Confetti KL Ground floor Retail Block, Pusat Perdagangan Mines, 2, Jalan Mines 2, Mines Wellness City, Seri Kembangan
华艺流芳 Echoes of Artistry
Symphony Theatre - Symphony Performing Arts Centre (SPAC) 39, Jalan Pengacara U1/48, Seksyen U1 Temasya Industrial Park Subang Jaya, Shah Alam
A Path Carved by My Returning – Art Exhibition by Ilham Alshahab
The Dia Space Level 1, 4, Medan Pasar, City Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Week of Events
Maybank Art Collection Exhibition (MACE)
The Maybank Art Collection Exhibition (MACE) marks the first time Maybank is presenting selected artworks from its collection to the public. Over several decades, Maybank has built an art collection through works that were acquired and gifted to the Bank. Many of these artworks have long been part of Maybank’s offices and public spaces, encountered […]
The First Immersive Fairytale Dining In Malaysia by AStage
A STAGE is Malaysia’s first immersive fairy tale dining experience, blending refined Japanese-inspired fusion cuisine with live theatre and storytelling. Founded by Ivan of Soul Omakase Lounge and Cassandra of Alexander Dining, every meal unfolds as a performance on stage.
华艺流芳 Echoes of Artistry
千年的旋律，传世的艺术。 刀光剑影与丝弦鼓韵交织，唤醒中华文化之魂。 古今交汇，热血与艺术同燃—— 一场跨越时空的文化盛宴《华艺流芳》。 A millennium of melodies, a legacy of timeless art. From blades to strings, the spirit of Chinese culture comes alive. Where past meets present, passion ignites— a timeless cultural spectacle, Echoes of Artistry.
Whispering Pixels
Downtown Kuala Lumpur has always been full of memories. Over the years, and especially after the pandemic, many familiar places such as traditional kopitiams and family-run shops have changed or disappeared, while some have managed to endure. For those who grew up here, these changes are not just physical; they also represent the gradual loss […]
A Path Carved by My Returning – Art Exhibition by Ilham Alshahab
In A Path Carved By My Returning, Ilham Alshahab invites viewers to slow down and reconsider the act of looking, how repeated encounters with the familiar and mundane can shift in perception, allowing what was once passed by to come into view through time and attention. Drawing from her experience of returning and repeating her […]
Balai Gema Hikayat
Step into the rich world of Malay storytelling and traditional performance at Balai Gema Hikayat, an immersive mini-gallery that celebrates the living heritage of narrative, music, movement and ritual. This thoughtfully curated space introduces visitors to three treasured art forms – Makyong, Mek Mulung and Wayang Kulit – through engaging displays, visual documentation and interactive […]
Under the Shadows of Merdeka Photography Exhibition
Malaysia gained its independence in 1957. Fast forward 67 years and Menara Merdeka 118, the second tallest building in the world, stands proudly in the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Needless to say, progress and change in the capital have been rapid. The cityscape is filled with modern infrastructure and skyscrapers, yet historical, traditional and cultural […]
Pola TAR – Mapping Patterns
PolaTAR is a site-specific arts and fashion programme that reimagines Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (Jalan TAR) as a living cultural ecosystem within Kuala Lumpur’s creative economy. Drawing inspiration from everyday fashion labour — measuring, stitching, repairing, selling, wearing — PolaTAR celebrates fashion not limited to style, but as living memory. Through two key pillars, the […]
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
“Don’t lose your A-PEEL!” Twisting Shakespeare with polo, parties, pranks and pickles-a-plenty in 1930s Penang. A very special production for KLSP as this show features a cast of 17 actors, including both veterans and newbies - all of whom have received our training in performing Shakespeare. Although this show only use Shakespeare’s text (there will […]
Warung TERANG
KL art collective Filamen will create a series of laneway projection activations that transforms the streets of downtown KL into a vibrant open-air canvas through light and storytelling. Alongside these projections, Warung TERANG will also host a regional competition with artist workshops, and public sharing sessions, bringing together artists, students and the wider community to […]
Irama Pusaka
Irama Pusaka - Akar Tradisi, Nadir Baharu is a grand musical gala that celebrates Malaysia’s rich and diverse musical heritage in one unforgettable evening. At the heart of the concert is Orkestra Kuala Lumpur, DBKL’s own 70-member orchestra, known for its remarkable versatility – from classical masterpieces and popular favourites to contemporary video game soundtracks. […]
Randai Macbeth
Macbeth who receives a prediction from the witches that he will become king. When his wife, Lady Macbeth, finds out, she arranged an alliance due to greed and desire for power to kill the King who stopped by their house and the murder soon turns out haunting both of their lives. The intercultural Theatre which […]
Mixed Media from the Golden Period of Malaysian Contemporary Art
Mixed Media from the Golden Period of Malaysian Contemporary Art presents a focused selection of works by first-generation Malaysian contemporary artists drawn from The AFK Collection. Spanning the 1990s to the mid-2010s, an era recognised as the Golden Period of Malaysian contemporary art, the exhibition examines a moment of significant artistic experimentation, when artists moved […]
Hikayat Storytelling Fest @ GMBB
Step into the magical world of traditional storytelling with the Hikayat Storytelling Series, presented by the Hikayat Storyteller Guild under Hikayat Fandom. Inspired by Malaysia’s rich oral traditions, each session features a storyteller bringing to life legends and folklore drawn from the narrative worlds of Makyong, Mek Mulung, Wayang Kulit and classical hikayat literature. Expect […]
Cultural Rhythms at the River
Cultural Rhythms at the River is a multicultural performance series held every Saturday in May at Makan Buzz Café, located within the historic River of Life, Kuala Lumpur. The programme showcases Malaysia’s rich cultural diversity through traditional dance, music, and live demonstrations performed by local cultural groups and indigenous performers. * * * Director: Amin […]
Dance The Walk
In Dance the Walk: Heritage Trails through Movement, ASK Dance Company transforms selected heritage locations in Kuala Lumpur’s historic core into a living performance trail. Participants walk between sites to encounter, and take part in short dance works inspired by the cultural, social and historical identity of each location. Beyond watching, this project invites audiences […]
Jazz Spectrum with The klpac Symphonic Band
The klpac Symphonic Band, under the baton of Cheryl Mah, celebrates the whole spectrum of jazz music with a truly electrifying, high-energy programme. It isn’t every day that you get to experience the best of the best of jazz all in one night, across all the different styles and eras – like the history of […]
Monday, May 4, 2026
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Thursday, May 7, 2026
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Friday, May 8, 2026
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Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -ASWARA Artskap
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May 9, 2026 -Malaya Dance Festival
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May 9, 2026 -《導演視野：帶著房間裡的大象出走》Director’s Perspective: Taking the Elephant Out of the Room
ASWARA Artskap
KL Festival 2026, in partnership with Aswara, presents Artskap 2026, celebrating Aswara as the singular arts university in downtown KL. For one day, the university will open its doors to allow the public to explore its facilities, up close and personal. The public can see the range of tools and equipment used in the teaching […]
Malaya Dance Festival
Malaya Dance Festival 2026 Kurinji – In Praise of Lord Murugan “Where dance unites nations – India meets Malaysia in Rhythm and Grace.” ✨🌏 📅 9 May 2026 🕘 9:00 AM 📍 Shantanand Auditorium Temple of Fine Arts Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Supported by Persatuan Kebajikan Awam Malaysia (Malaysia Public Welfare Association)
《導演視野：帶著房間裡的大象出走》Director’s Perspective: Taking the Elephant Out of the Room
面對房間裡的大象，你會選擇低頭沈默，還是揚眉直視？ 在千禧年電影系結業後，他沒有走入光影夢工業，反而耗了20年迂迴在社區守護和民間田調，在廣播築起非主流電影欄目《安全考古地帶》，在民間組織、教會、報館、校園等地籌辦了上百場電影導讀會。直到2020年完成首部長片，帶著家國房間裡的大象出走，正式開啟電影創作之旅......
Sunday, May 10, 2026
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May 10, 2026 -Where Heritage Meets The Skyline
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May 10, 2026 -Anjung Temu Decorative Painting Workshop
Where Heritage Meets The Skyline
As part of the KL Festival 2026, SketchAboutKL hosts a special sketch meet in the historic streets of Kuala Lumpur. A freshly restored lane, colourful shophouses, and a striking contrast between heritage and modern towers — the perfect setting to capture the city in your sketchbook. Come sketch the city with us. No registration required. […]
Anjung Temu Decorative Painting Workshop
Anjung Temu is a community art space specializing in decorative painting using the decoupage method—a technique where images or paper cutouts are glued onto surfaces and sealed with layers of paint or varnish to create intricate, handcrafted designs. Through its Painting Lab and curated programmes, it offers hands-on workshops that make decorative painting accessible, allowing […]