Art Of Speed 2026 Is Back With Bigger Custom Culture Showcase And A Massive SoundCircus Music Festival

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Art Of Speed (AOS), Malaysia’s biggest celebration of custom culture, is set to return for its 15th edition on 1 and 2 August at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS).

Known for blending custom cars and motorcycles with art, fashion, toys and live music, this year’s festival promises to be one of its biggest yet. Visitors can expect more than just incredible automotive builds, as the event will also welcome internationally renowned personalities, exclusive showcase motorcycles, one of the country’s biggest music festival lineups and a dedicated gathering for Hot Wheels collectors.

International custom culture icons are coming to Malaysia

This year’s edition will see several influential names from the global custom culture scene making an appearance at Art Of Speed.

Among them is Scott Walker, the Global Marketing Director of the iconic DiCE Magazine, whose publication has become one of the world’s most respected voices in custom motorcycle culture.

Joining him is Ronald Wong, Lead Product Designer for the Hot Wheels Premium line at Mattel. Collectors and die-cast enthusiasts will have the opportunity to meet the designer behind some of Hot Wheels’ most sought-after premium releases and gain insights into the creative process behind the brand.

A legendary Harley-Davidson takes centre stage

Motorcycle fans will also get to see a special custom build flown in from Japan.

Making its Malaysian debut is a beautifully crafted 1966 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead built by renowned Japanese custom workshop Vise Clothing.

The motorcycle is expected to be one of the event’s standout attractions, showcasing the craftsmanship and distinctive style that has made Japan’s custom bike scene famous around the world.

SoundCircus Festival returns with its biggest lineup yet

One of the festival’s biggest attractions this year is the return of the SoundCircus Festival, which is making a comeback with its largest edition to date.

Running across six stages, the festival will feature more than 60 acts from Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore and Japan, with performances taking place throughout the weekend.

Among the headline acts are Ella, Bamboo, Ely Buendia, Zack Tabudlo, December Avenue, Sponge Cola, Mayonnaise, The Jansen, Nadin Amizah, Johnny Pandora, The SIGIT, Masdo, Midnight Fusic, One Buck Short, Sweetass, Balan Kash, Arunboii, Loko and Kapten.

Fans can also look forward to several exclusive collaborative performances created especially for Art Of Speed, including Ella x Cokelat in the Takhta Ratu Nusantara showcase, alongside other special performances that won’t be seen anywhere else.

Hot Wheels collectors have plenty to look forward to

Die-cast collectors won’t be left out either, with the Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia (HWCCM) returning as one of the festival’s major attractions.

The convention brings together collectors from across the region for exclusive merchandise, limited-edition collectibles, community meetups and activities centred around one of the world’s most popular toy car brands. With Ronald Wong also attending this year’s event, it makes Art Of Speed 2026 an even bigger occasion for Hot Wheels fans.

Also, don’t miss this year’s HWCCM 2026 exclusive model, a custom Nissan Skyline GT-R V·Spec II (BNR34). Each car features a unique serial number and, in addition to being officially licensed by Nissan, also includes authentic Motul and Yokohama decals. Quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Whether you’re into custom motorcycles, modified cars, live music, art or collecting die-cast cars, Art Of Speed 2026 promises a packed weekend filled with something for everyone.

Tickets for both Art Of Speed 2026 and the SoundCircus Festival are on sale now. If you’re planning to attend one of Malaysia’s biggest lifestyle and automotive festivals, it’s worth securing your tickets early before they sell out.

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