7 Things to do in KL & PJ This Weekend: 12 & 13 April 2025
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Our roundup of all the must-know events happening this 12 to 13 April 2025 around the KL and PJ area.
The weekend is calling and another edition of our BURO Weekend Guide is here to answer. As usual, we’ve rounded up a fresh lineup of things to do around KL and PJ. From wandering through ‘The Grace of the East’ exhibition to snacking your way through markets after dark, there’s no shortage of ways to spend your days off right. So, rally up your friends and get ready to explore! Here are our seven best picks of events happening from 12 to 13 April 2025.
1. SOAR INTO THE EAST COAST WITH ‘THE GRACE OF THE EAST’ EXHIBITION
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When: 12 April to 25 April 2025 | 10am to 5pm
Where: Harta Space KL
Price: Free entry
Step into ‘The Grace of the East’, an exhibition where the cultural significance of the Wau takes flight. The collection features artworks by renowned local artists Khalil Ibrahim, Dato’ Mohd Hoessein Enas, Ismail Mat Hussin, Rahmat Ramli, and Mohamed Zain Idris. Through expressive landscapes and figures, visitors are invited to reflect on the beauty of Malaysia’s East Coast heritage and the enduring spirit that continues to shape the nation’s artistic identity.
Find out more about the exhibition here.
2. WATCH LOCAL BARISTAS BATTLE IT OUT AT THE SLAYER ESPRESSO RALLY
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When: 13 April 2025 | 4pm to 8pm
Where: The Campus Ampang
Price: Free entry
Our local baristas are about to brew up a storm because the Slayer Espresso Rally is making a pit stop in Malaysia this Sunday! Hosted by Lamarsa Coffee and Coffeeboy Club, 20 of the country’s best baristas will go head-to-head in a mixed-skills challenge that will put their latte art, workflow, and dial-in precision to the test. The top contender will earn a spot at the Grand Final during World of Coffee Jakarta and a chance to take home a brand-new Slayer machine.
Head over to the Slayer Espresso Rally’s Instagram for more information.
3. SWAP YOUR TRINKETS AT STICKERRIFIC’S ‘SMISKI & SONNY ANGELS MEET-UP’
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When: 12 April 2025 | 12pm to 3pm
Where: Stickerrific @ Jaya One
Price: Free entry
Calling all Smiski and Sonny Angels collectors! This Saturday, Stickerrific is hosting its first trinket gathering to celebrate the arrival of Dreams Japan blind boxes and products in-store. Got a dupe from your recent haul or a figurine you’re ready to part with? Bring them along for a trade and find them a new home. If you’re looking to grow your collection, you can snag the latest series and redeem limited edition merchandise. Don’t forget to check out their dioramas for the perfect photo op!
Find out more at Stickerrific’s Instagram.
4. NIBBLE YOUR WAY THROUGH THE PINGMIN WEEKEND NIGHT MARKET
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When: From now until 4 May 2025 | 5pm to 12am
Where: Pingmin Hub KL
Price: Free entry
Pop over to the Pingmin Hub near The Exchange TRX this weekend and soak in the buzz of its night market! Think food stalls serving up local bites, handcrafted goods by indie makers, live tunes filling the air, and cosy corners made for laid-back hangs. Some names you might recognise are Arteblooms, Jane Laboratory, Flofee, and Two Kilo Fish. Whether you’re on the hunt for hidden gems or just vibing with friends over supper, Pingmin Market has got your weekend plans sorted.
For updates, follow Pingmin Market on Instagram.
5. RELIVE ‘THE MUSIC OF PINK FLOYD’ WITH THE MALAYSIAN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
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When: 12 April 2025 | 8pm onwards
Where: Dewan Filharmonik Petronas
Price: RM288 onwards
Pink Floyd fans, you’re in for a treat! The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) is turning up the volume with a special concert dedicated to the legendary British rock band. Led by guest conductor Brent Havens and featuring the powerful vocals of Randy Jackson, the night promises a symphonic spin on iconic tracks like Comfortably Numb, Money, and Another Brick in the Wall (Pt II). With a full rock band and the MPO in sync, get ready to relive the nostalgic sounds that defined a generation.
For the full concert programme and ticket details, click here.
6. SOAK IN THE GOOD VIBES AT THE ‘PEEJAY PEEPS’ COMMUNITY MARKET
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When: 11 to 13 and 18 to 20 April 2025 | 12pm to 10pm
Where: Atwater Corporate Office Tower
Price: Free entry
Throw on your coziest outfit and swing by the ‘Peejay Peeps’ Community Market! Happening twice a month, this neighbourhood favourite brings together the best of Petaling Jaya with local brands, handmade crafts, and irresistible eats. Expect familiar vendors including Point Blank, Kampung Cameron, Morming Kitchen, and Palette by Play in the lineup for you to get acquainted with. The marketplace is also pet-friendly, so bring your furry companions along for the fun!
For the full list of vendors, head here.
7. IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE COLOURFUL CONVERSATIONS OF ‘ROJAK’
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When: From now until 27 April 2025
Where: ZHAN Art | Space
Price: Free entry
‘Rojak’ presents the cross-cultural dialogue between two creative voices navigating life between worlds. The exhibition features vibrant paintings by Australian artist Nigel Sense, inspired by his inclusive suburban upbringing. Through unique pop art techniques, his work fuses humour with everyday moments to create a personal and relatable narrative. Complete with soundscapes by Malaysian artist Jean Tong, the exhibition invites visitors into a multisensory experience that celebrates shared stories, shifting identities, and finding a sense of belonging.
Learn more about the exhibition here.
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