Deals to redeem for Merdeka Day 2024
As we inch towards the end of August, we Malaysians can practically feel the buzz of excitement and patriotic cheer in the air – Hari Merdeka is near.
While we look forward to celebrating our pride for the nation by participating in various events scattered throughout the country, there’s nothing more Malaysian than celebrating it through what we all love most: feasting on food and checking out local attractions.
From free karaoke sessions to discounted burgers and milkshakes, we’ve rounded up the best Merdeka Day 2024 deals to redeem.
Table of Contents
- Deals to redeem for Merdeka Day 2024
- – Lifestyle & Attraction –
- 1. BookXcess
- 2. KL Tower
- 3. Thai Odyssey
- 4. Red Box Karaoke
- 5. Putrajaya Water Taxi
- 6. HYBE Insight: The Daydream Believers
- 7. LEGOLAND
- – F&B –
- 8. Yolé
- 9. Fei Fan Hotpot
- 10. Carl’s Jr.
- 11. Haidilao
- 12. Gong Cha
- 13. Perfect Ice
- 14. Stuff’d
- 15. IKEA
- 16. JUICY
- 17. Secret Recipe
- 18. J.CO Donuts & Coffee
– Lifestyle & Attraction –
1. BookXcess
31% off every 4th book
Image credit: BookXcess via website
BookXcess is being very mindful of Malaysian bookworms this August, with 31% off every 4th book purchased – it’ll be another good reason to not leave out a book from your haul.
You can shop and enjoy this deal at all BookXcess outlets nationwide.
Promo period: 1st-31st August 2024
See all BookXcess outlets here.
2. KL Tower
60% off tickets
Those feeling patriotic can head to KL Tower to marvel at the capital city’s skyscrapers and its surrounding landscape. The iconic tower is celebrating Merdeka and Malaysia Day with 60% off tickets for MyKad- and MyKid-holders to three attractions:
- Sky Deck: RM28/adult (U.P. RM71), RM15/child (U.P. RM37)
- Observation Deck: RM12/adult (U.P. RM30), RM8/child (U.P. RM20)
- Tower Walk 100: RM8/adult (U.P. RM20), RM6/child (U.P. RM15)
Promo period: 1st August-16th September 2024
3. Thai Odyssey
20% off Full Body Services
Image credit: Thai Odyssey via Facebook
Have your stress kneaded away with a trip to Thai Odyssey this August. Their Merdeka Promo lets patrons enjoy 20% off any Full Body Service and 10% off traditional foot (from RM73) and half body (from RM68) massages when you purchase a Full Body Service.
This deal is redeemable daily during the promo period, from 10am to 3pm, at all outlets nationwide except the ones at TRX and Suria Sabah Mall.
Promo period: 1st-31st August 2024
See all Thai Odyssey outlets here.
4. Red Box Karaoke
Free 1-hour karaoke session
Image credit: Red Box Karaoke Malaysia
Combine a meal with a karaoke session when you head to Red Box Karaoke between 6th and 31st August. Their Merdeka Celebration Special pairs a free 1-hour karaoke session with a meal set (RM67++) that feeds up to three individuals.
Image adapted from: @wy_lovesfoods via Instagram
Each Red Box Karaoke location offers different dishes as part of the deal. You can expect to enjoy Soft Shell Crab Char Kuey Teow and Nasi Lemak Pandan, as well as two soft drinks, while singing your lungs out at a Red Box Plus, Red Box, or Green Box outlet.
Promo period: 6th-31st August 2024
See all Red Box Karaoke locations here.
5. Putrajaya Water Taxi
Free taxi services
Image credit: X
Malaysians attending the Hari Kebangsaan Parade in Putrajaya on 31st August will be able to enjoy free water taxi services.
The water taxi service will be available from 5am to 12pm, with jetty checkpoints at Marina Putrajaya, Anjung Floria, Putrajaya Lake Club Jetty, Monumen Jetty, and Ayer@8.
Promo period: 31st August 2024
6. HYBE Insight: The Daydream Believers
67% off tickets
If you have yet to check out the HYBE Insight: The Daydream Believers at LaLaport BBCC, now is the time. You can snag tickets with a generous 67% discount to the exhibition, which has portraits of artists like BTS and SEVENTEEN displayed.
Discounted tickets can be purchased on Ticket2u at RM45/pax (U.P. RM138).
Promo period: 1st-31st August 2024
7. LEGOLAND
RM67 off Day Tickets
Image credit: LEGOLAND via website
For some family fun in the great outdoors, take the kiddos to LEGOLAND. The JB theme park is having RM67 off Day Tickets to celebrate Merdeka. Admission tickets to LEGOLAND are usually priced from RM199/adult and from RM169/pax for children and senior citizens.
Promo period: Until further notice
– F&B –
8. Yolé
RM6.70 for froyo with unlimited toppings
Image credit: @yole.malaysia via Instagram
For one day only, Yolé lets their patrons enjoy a medium cup of their zero-sugar and zero-dairy froyo with unlimited toppings for only RM6.70 (U.P. RM17.90).
You’ll want to be quick to snag this deal, as it’s limited to the first 50 walk-in customers at all Yolé outlets nationwide, from 6pm onwards.
Promo period: 31st August 2024
See all Yolé outlets here.
9. Fei Fan Hotpot
Buy 3 free 1 buffet pax
Image credit: @feifanhotpot via Instagram
Hotpots are more fun when you’re dining with family or a group of friends – sharing is caring, after all. From now till 30th August, Fei Fan Hotpot is having a buy 3 free 1 deal – for every three paying adults, the fourth diner can enjoy a buffet for free.
The buffet includes 90 minutes of dining and unlimited access to a buffet bar, drinks, and desserts. The deal is applicable for both lunch (RM43.80++) and dinner (RM53.80+) services on weekdays.
Promo period: Now till 30th August 2024
10. Carl’s Jr.
RM67 for two Angus burger sets
Image credit: @carlsjrmalaysia via Instagram
Jio and jom your bestie when you head to Carl’s Jr. to celebrate Merdeka. They’re having a Merdeka Angus Celebration Feast – for just RM67, you can enjoy two juicy Angus burgers of your choice, along with a pair of refreshing drinks and natural-cut fries.
Promo period: Until further notice
See all Carl’s Jr. outlets here.
11. Haidilao
RM8.31 for Baked Bean Skin and Rice Noodles
Image credit: @haidilaomalaysia via Instagram
A meal at Haidilao is incomplete without the galore and variety of ingredients at the table. And we’re not just talking about the slices of meat. If you enjoy hotpot ingredients like Baked Bean Skin and Rice Noodles alongside tender meat, you can order these for just RM8.31 (U.P. RM24) at any Haidilao outlet in the country for Merdeka.
Promo period: 15th-31st August 2024
See all Haidilao outlets here.
12. Gong Cha
67% off 2nd drink
Image credit: Gong Cha Malaysia via Facebook
Bubble tea lovers will love this deal – 67% off 2nd drink orders at all Gong Cha outlets nationwide, for one day only on Merdeka Day. The deal applies to the lower-priced item on Gong Cha’s regular drinks menu, and is applicable on walk-in orders only.
Promo period: 31st August 2024
13. Perfect Ice
RM9.90 for milkshakes
Image credit: @perfecticemy via Instagram
Cool off with Perfect Ice, Korea’s milkshake specialist that prides themselves on serving non-diluted, creamy milkshakes in flavours like fruit, chocolate, and coffee.
For Merdeka, all their milkshakes are going for just RM9.90 each, with the usual price for a cup starting at RM12.90. Bring along a buddy to enjoy this promo, as they are also having a RM5 on the 2nd cup deal too.
You can drop by any Perfect Ice location to enjoy this deal, except their 1 Utama branch.
Promo period: 12th-31st August 2024
See all Perfect Ice outlets here.
14. Stuff’d
31% off 2nd item
Image credit: @stuffedmy via Instagram
Get stuffed with food when you head to Stuff’d for lunch or dinner from now till 17th September. The eatery, which specialises in Mexican and Turkish dishes, is having 31% off 2nd item when you purchase any ala carte item on the menu – from kebabs (from RM10.90) to quesadillas (from RM15.90).
Promo period: 14th August-17th September 2024
See all Stuff’d outlets here.
15. IKEA
Merdeka Day Specials
Image credit: IKEA Malaysia via website
We love IKEA for their affordable food as much as we do their furniture. From now till the end of September, you can enjoy even lower prices on their food as the furniture chain is celebrating Hari Merdeka with Merdeka Day Specials.
There’s Baked Salmon Fillet now priced RM21.90 (U.P. RM26.90), and 5pcs Plant Ball Pasta for RM6.50 (U.P. RM7.90).
While you’re there, try their seasonal menu items that’s only available during the promo period too – the Apam Balik Cake (RM10.90) and Nasi Lemak with Salmon fillet (RM19.90).
Promo period: 5th August-30th September 2024
See all IKEA stores here.
16. JUICY
31% off all drinks
Image credit: @juicymalaysia via Instagram
South Korea’s popular juice bar, JUICY, is treating Malaysians to a refreshing deal from now till 31st August 2024.
Drop by any of their outlets dressed in Jalur Gemilang red, blue, yellow, or white to enjoy 31% off any drink ordered – including their recommended Avocado Milk (RM12.90) and Strawberry Banana (RM10.90).
Redeem the deal at 10am-12pm or 3pm-5pm, on any day during the promotion period.
Promo period: 5th-31st August 2024
See all JUICY outlets here.
17. Secret Recipe
 Buy 2 free 1 cake slice
Image credit: Secret Recipe Malaysia via Facebook
When you crave something sweet on Merdeka Day, head to a Secret Recipe outlet near you. They’re having a buy 2 free 1 deal on cake slices on 31st August, from 12pm to 5pm only.
Promo period: 31st August 2024
See all Secret Recipe outlets here.
18. J.CO Donuts & Coffee
RM39 for two dozen doughnuts
Image credit: @jcomalaysia via Instagram
Treat your pals or colleagues to doughnuts this Merdeka, as J.CO Donuts & Coffee has two dozen doughnuts going for RM39 (U.P. RM30.50/dozen). There’s no better time than now to belanja your bestie too, as all their drinks are also priced at RM11 during the promo period.
Promo period: 28th-30th August 2024
See all J.CO Donuts & Coffee outlets here.
The best Merdeka Day discounts in 2024
As we wave the Jalur Gemilang high in the days leading up to Merdeka and the celebratory day itself, take advantage of these deals for food and attractions to get the most out of long weekend.
To find out even more awesome food deals, make sure to check out the Telegram channel @myfoodpromos to stay in the loop for the latest promos.
Cover image adapted from: Thai Odyssey via Facebook, Red Box Karaoke Malaysia, @yole.malaysia via Instagram, @juicymalaysia via Instagram