7 Things to do in KL & PJ this weekend: 7-8 September 2024

Say hello to the weekend! If you’re looking for plans, you’ve come to the right place. Like clockwork, the BURO Weekend Guide is here with the seven most exciting events happening around town and everything you need to know about them. Start taking notes as we tell you all about the Tiger Crystal Food Festival, MossFest 2024, Kloset Kain, and more. 

1. RING IN THE MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL WITH ‘A NIGHT UNDER THE FULL MOON’

When: 7 September 2024 | 4pm to 10pm 

Where: Tropicana Metropark Property Gallery

Price: Free entry

Get a head start on your Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations with ‘A Night Under The Full Moon’! From a captivating LED lion dance performance and DIY lantern-making to a fiery fire show and traditional fan calligraphy workshops, the agenda is brimming with activities for you and your family to enjoy. And what’s a Mid-Autumn Festival party without some mooncakes? There will be a selection of the seasonal treat ready for you to indulge in alongside tanghulu skewers and dragon beard candy.

#BUROTip: Get there early to get your hands on some free lanterns and explore the SouthPlace 2 Residences show units. 

Visit their Instagram for updates. 

2. CRACK OPEN A COLD ONE WITH THE TIGER CRYSTAL FOOD FESTIVAL

When: 5 to 8 September 2024 | 5pm to 11pm (5 to 6 September) | 12pm to 11pm (7 to 8 September 2024

Where: 1 Utama GF Forecourt Open Carpark

Price: Free entry, registration required

Join in the foodie festivities at the Tiger Crystal Food Festival, where you’ll get access to Malaysia’s favourite street eats in one place all weekend long. The vast space has been split into four distinct “food zones”: Tiger Crystal x CU Mart, Foodie Lane, Supper Club, and Dessert Bar. You’ll also spot some familiar food vendors such as Donut Plan, Isan Kaya, and Dáo Desserts in its lineup. Aside from stuffing your faces and washing your bites down with some Tiger Crystal, try your hand at the various games while enjoying live music from a DJ lineup. 

*Strictly for non-Muslims above the age of 21 only.

Register your spot here.

3. HARNESS YOUR CREATIVE ENERGY WITH MOSSFEST 2024

When: 6 to 8 September 2024 | 11am to 7pm

Where: Mossery HQ, Petaling Jaya

Calling all stationery and journaling nerds! It’s time to embrace your creative passions and inner doodlers with MossFest happening all weekend long. We’re talking workshops, live portraits, product launches, and journaling sessions. Workshop highlights on the schedule include a pottery with 22 Craft Studio, a coffee sensory with Cloudcatcher, Trash to Treasure journaling with Jane Lee, and so much more. So bring your ideas, artistic flair, and bucketloads of energy down to this crafts and journaling party ASAP! Oh, and don’t forget to stock up on refills and your 2025 planners too!

Find the full schedule and more here.

4. SHOP LOCAL CLOTHING BRANDS AT KLOSET KA.IN

When: 6 to 8 September 2024 | 12pm to 8pm

Where: Semua House

Price: Free entry

Ring in Malaysia Day early with Semua House’s Kloset Ka.in, presented in collaboration with Apom! Featuring local apparel and accessories brands, this will be your ultimate destination over the weekend for affordable shops. While you might be immersed in your thrifting adventures, don’t forget to check out the lineup of art and food vendors that will also be present over the weekend. Plus, you’ll be one of the first few to view Apom’s #EmpatBelas2024 art exhibition, featuring Malaysian designers from every state. 

Check out Semua House’s Instagram for more information and updates. 

5. FRESHEN UP YOUR WEEKEND WITH MONKEY SHOULDER’S BAR TAKEOVERS

When: 6 September to 12 October 2024

Where: Various bars across KL

Monkey Shoulder is taking over KL’s bars and you’re invited to “Make it Monkey”! The premium blended malt Scotch whisky brand is teaming up with your favourite watering holes to infuse your nights with drinks, music, prizes, and more. Each takeover features live DJ sets as well as exclusive Monkey Shoulder games to keep your nights buzzing. Included in the DJ lineup are DJ Leonard Sinclair, Queen T, LZZY, Ann Jo, Sherry Alyssa, and more! 

Visit the website for more information. 

6. UNLEASH YOUR INNER GOURMAND WITH KITA FOOD FESTIVAL

When: From now until 8 September

Price: Find full ticket prices here.

Kita Food Festival 2024 is well underway and this year’s star-studded lineup is not to be missed! This weekend’s agenda includes Saturday’s ‘A Food Affair’ and Sunday’s ‘Big Sunday Barbecue’. The former is a day-long event that includes masterclasses led by industry professionals, Kita Conversations keynotes and chats, as well as a marketplace that features top Malaysian F&B producers. Meanwhile, the ‘Big Sunday Barbecue’ for more smoky and tasty eats with culinary giants behind the grills. Of course, there will be some wines, cocktails, mocktails, and more that pair exceptionally well with barbecue dishes available on rotation. 

For more information and tickets, visit Kita Food Festival’s website here.

7. TAKE IN THE TUNES OF EAST MALAYSIA WITH ‘SOUNDS OF BORNEO’

When: 7 September 2024

Where: Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, KLCC

Price: From RM158

Immerse yourself in the beats of East Malaysia at ‘Sounds of Borneo’. This one-night-only concert showcases the diverse tunes and melodies of the region, starring Alena Murang, Marsha Milan, as well as Velvet Aduk on vocals. Not only will you feel the power of music pulsing through the halls, you will also get an unparalleled look into the rich heritage of East Malaysian music. This occasion marks the three vocalists’ first time performing in the venue, accompanied by the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra.

Click here for more information and tickets. 

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