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First Pokemon Centre pop-up in Malaysia sets entry rules for KLCC opening
Malaysia's first Pokemon Centre pop-up store will open at Ombak KLCC in Kuala Lumpur. The operator has released an entry guide with ticketing rules for the opening period from 12 to 14 September 2026. Tickets will be distributed daily from 8AM in Zone 1, with queueing not allowed before 6AM.
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Saucony holds inaugural relay race inside historic KL Railway Station
The inaugural Saucony The Maze relay race was held on Saturday night inside the historic Kuala Lumpur Railway Station. Runners competed in teams on an unconventional route through the station, including alongside moving trains and through a tunnel. The event was designed to bring the local running community together.
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KL orchestra and Tokyo chorus to stage Beethoven's 9th in city
Orkestra Kuala Lumpur and the Philharmonic Chorus of Tokyo will perform Beethoven's 9th Symphony at Auditorium Bandaraya in Kuala Lumpur on 11 September 2026. The concert features Malaysian soloists Tan Sin Sim and Tan Chee Shen under conductor Keiko Mitsuhashi.
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Shuib joins community activities at PPR Kampung Baru Air Panas
Comedian and entrepreneur Shuib attended the first community program of the 'Kebaikan Nutrisi untuk Setiap Generasi' campaign at PPR Kampung Baru Air Panas, Kuala Lumpur. He spent time with residents in various activities, including hosting games and judging a cooking competition. The campaign will run for three months at several locations in Peninsular Malaysia before culminating at the Jom Heboh Carnival in Kuala Lumpur in November.
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Pasar Seni draws families during school holidays
Kuala Lumpur's city center, especially Pasar Seni, has become a family destination during the school holidays and weekends. Visitors and traders say the appeal of local handicrafts and easy public transport access make it a top choice.
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Fabio Asher returns to KL with orchestral concert, hopes to invite Aina Abdul
Indonesian singer Fabio Asher will hold a solo concert, 'The Romanticist Live in Kuala Lumpur', at Megastar Arena on November 22. The concert will feature orchestral arrangements and a local choir, and he hopes to invite Aina Abdul for a duet. He says he is returning after fans expressed dissatisfaction with his previous show five months ago.
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Secangkir Cafe raises RM9,000 on final day after owner's death
Secangkir Cafe in Kuala Lumpur raised RM9,000 on its final day of operations, from sales and donations from customers sympathizing after its owner, Nur Atiqah Sofiya, died in an accident on LPT1 near Temerloh. The money will be used to settle the deceased's debts and pay staff wages.
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Ombak KLCC retail complex opens in Kuala Lumpur, featuring Petronas gallery and rooftop deck
Ombak KLCC, a new six-storey retail complex in the KLCC precinct of Kuala Lumpur, opened to the public on August 21. The building, designed by KPF, features a distinctive wavy facade, a Petronas gallery, and a rooftop viewing deck. Construction on the 4.03-acre site began in 2019.
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Chinatown 1974, a retro Nanyang lifestyle landmark, opens in Petaling Street
Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, officiated the launch of Chinatown 1974 in Petaling Street, Kuala Lumpur. The eight-storey building, themed around 1970s retro Nanyang heritage, houses a kopitiam, restaurants, a hotel, and a rooftop bar, giving new life to an old asset.
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Cosmobeauté Malaysia beauty trade show set for KLCC from Sept 29 to Oct 1
Cosmobeauté Malaysia & beautyexpo 2026, described as Malaysia's largest beauty trade show, will be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 29 September to 1 October 2026. The event aims to bring together industry professionals and brands for business and networking opportunities.
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Paradise Dynasty at MyTOWN offers second basket of xiao long bao for RM1
Paradise Dynasty at MyTOWN Shopping Centre is offering a second basket of Original Xiao Long Bao for RM1 with a minimum RM30 spend. The promotion is exclusively for MyTOWNKL App members and is valid for dine-in only.
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Motormaniac 2026 festival at MyTOWN KL this weekend with car showcase and live music
The Motormaniac 5th Annual Festival 2026 will be held on 5 and 6 September at Level 7, MyTOWN in Kuala Lumpur. The event features an automotive culture showcase, competitions, influencer appearances, and live performances by artists including Joe Flizzow and SonaOne. Attendees can also win a Nissan Cefiro A31 with merchandise purchases.
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MyTOWN KL hosts month-long Merdeka celebration with workshops and performances
MyTOWN KL shopping centre is hosting 'Kita Kontinjen Malaysia', a month-long Merdeka celebration running from 6 August to 20 September 2026. The event features a line-up of workshops, performances, and contests, including live doodle shows, acapella performances, and a Merdeka parade on 31 August.
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Pasar Malaya 2.0 heritage market with 20 artisan stalls opens tomorrow at The Federal KL
Pasar Malaya 2.0, a heritage market featuring 20 local artisan stalls, will be held tomorrow, September 5th, from 11 am to 7 pm at The Federal Kuala Lumpur. The free-admission event is part of The Living History Project Impact Festival '26 and will offer traditional snacks, kebayas, vintage fashion, and free makeovers.
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Goldsboro Books opens first permanent international branch in KL's BookXcess
The Goldsboro Room, the first permanent international home for London's Goldsboro Books, has opened at The Library by BookXcess in Sunway Square Mall. The 140-square-foot space offers signed, numbered and limited first editions, with most titles priced between RM150 and RM200. The launch featured rare collectibles, including a signed JK Rowling book and first editions of Tolkien and Fleming.
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130 Years Of Unagi Craft Comes To Kuala Lumpur This September
A limited-time unagi dining promotion, Koihei Unagi Promotion, will be held from 10 to 30 September at Zipangu by Nadaman in Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur. The menu features traditional Japanese eel preparations from Koihei, a 130-year-old eel house, with prices starting from RM180.
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Konsert Kita Bagi Jadi concert makes Merdeka eve celebration a success
An estimated 60,000 people gathered at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur for the 'Konsert Kita Bagi Jadi @ Ambang Merdeka 2026' concert on the eve of National Day. The 90-minute musical performance traced Malaysia's history from the Melaka Sultanate to modern times, featuring an orchestra, 3D visuals, and appearances by celebrities and athletes.
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International jazz celebration hits Ampang on Sept 15
The National Day Blues And All That Jazz festival will be held at Jazz Ampang Live in Taman Seri Ampang, Ampang, Selangor on Sept 15, the eve of Malaysia Day. The 7.30pm showcase features local, international, and regional jazz talent, with entry by donation.
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R Pharmacy opens 28th outlet, targets 50 stores by 2029
R Pharmacy has opened its 28th outlet at Sunway Velocity Mall in Kuala Lumpur, as part of a plan to expand to 50 stores by 2029. The company also announced a partnership with Malaysian brand Tigrox and a promotional campaign for the Merdeka and Malaysia Day season.
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Hilton expands luxury footprint with Waldorf Astoria and Conrad in Kuala Lumpur
Hilton is set to open two luxury hotels in Kuala Lumpur by the end of the year: Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur at the former Hotel Istana site and Conrad Kuala Lumpur at the former Malaysia Airlines headquarters site. The openings mark the first entries of both brands into Malaysia, supported by growth in tourism and luxury travel demand.
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10.7km River of Life cycling ride from PWTC to Brickfields set for Klang River Festival
A community cycling ride will take participants along the 10.7km River of Life path in Kuala Lumpur, starting from Menara DBKL 1 and passing through the Klang River Festival. The ride is limited to 10 participants, who must bring their own bicycles and helmets.
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Free 18km Klang River cycling ride through Brickfields to Dataran Merdeka on Saturday
A free, social 18km cycling ride along the Klang River will be held, starting in Brickfields and ending at Dataran Merdeka. The ride, limited to 20 participants, is led by two Kuala Lumpur-based cyclists and will explore riverside paths and quiet backroads.
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Monthly Makan Makan community gathering returns to Bukit Bintang on Sept 12
The 24th Monthly Makan Makan (MMM) community gathering will be held on 12 September 2026 at Liku Likoo in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. The event, organised by Unorthodox Stories, features food, board games, a community bazaar, and mingling. Tickets range from RM20 for early birds to RM40 at the door.
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IMMERSIO 2026 new media art festival to transform PASAR theme at GMBB from Sept 11-27
IMMERSIO 2026, a biennial new media art festival by Filamen, will be held at GMBB in Kuala Lumpur from 11 to 27 September 2026. The festival features over 70 works by more than 100 artists from Malaysia and Asia, all interpreting the theme of 'PASAR'. The event will also extend to other locations in Kuala Lumpur, including Muzium Telekom, REXKL, OMBAK KLCC and Tasik Titiwangsa.