Things to do in KL in June 2024
There’s never a boring day in Kuala Lumpur. A trendy art exhibition and pop-up event seem to open every other week in the city – whether you’re a diehard anime fan, an appreciator of the arts, or just someone looking for a new lepak idea for you and your friends, there’ll always be something to check out. To help you plan your weekends, here are 10 things to do in KL this June 2024.
Table of Contents
- Things to do in KL in June 2024
- 1. Comic Art Festival at Fahrenheit88
- 2. Overture exhibition at AweGallery
- 3. Malaysian Jazz Piano Festival at KLPAC
- 4. MapleStorySEA’s Fantasy Dreamland at IOI City Mall
- 5. Karma Yoga Rexperience at REXKL
- 6. Symphonic Anime 5 at MPO
- 7. Japanese Photobook Exhibition at GMBB
- 8. Jujutsu Kaisen Experience at Pavilion Bukit Jalil
- 9. Attack On Titan: The Final Exhibition at Fahrenheit88
- 10. Piying Dream at REXKL
- – Upcoming pop-up events & exhibitions –
- – Past pop-up events & exhibitions –
- Save the date for these pop-up events & exhibitions in KL in 2024
1. Comic Art Festival at Fahrenheit88
8th & 9th June
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The much-anticipated Comic Art Festival Kuala Lumpur is returning in June for a 2-day event. The festival, which celebrates comic artists and illustrators from all walks of life and from around the world, will be held at Fahrenheit88, on 8th and 9th June.
You can expect to come across individual artist booths to shop for prints, stickers, and other crafts from exhibiting artists, as well as panel sessions, art-related workshops, speed painting sessions, and more.
Admission: Free
Venue: Level 3, Fahrenheit88
Date: 8th & 9th June
2. Overture exhibition at AweGallery
18th to 30th June
Image adapted from: @weeexian via Instagram
Melaka-born watercolourist Lee Wee Xian is displaying his watercolour artworks at Awe Gallery for his first solo exhibition, Overture. Over 25 paintings are on view, depicting moments of his life and favourite places in his hometown of Melaka.
Admission: Free
Venue: Awe Gallery
Date: 18th-30th June
3. Malaysian Jazz Piano Festival at KLPAC
21st-23rd June
Image credit: MJPF via Facebook
To be serenaded by jazz music performed by a crew of talented local musicians, make your way to the Malaysian Jazz Piano Festival at Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre. The festival takes place over three days, with Alternate Jazz and Fusion performances on 21st and 22nd June.
On 23rd June, treat yourself to College Night that brings together student musicians from six local universities. Band and piano masterclasses are also held on the third day of the festival, which lets the public watch how aspiring musicians take short lessons from masters for free.
Admission: From RM40/pax. Get your tickets from KLPAC here.
Venue: KLPAC, Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan off Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 51100, Kuala Lumpur, WPKL
Date: 21st-23rd June
Time: 8.30pm
4. MapleStorySEA’s Fantasy Dreamland at IOI City Mall
21st to 23rd June
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Relive the good ol’ days of MapleStory at MapleStorySEA‘s 19th Anniversary – Fantasy Dreamland at IOI City Mall. The free-admission offline event will be held for three days at the mall, so Maplers can meet fellow gamers and participate in games to win MapleStory merchandise. Other zones to explore include a MapleStory photobooth and an Art Street to create your own masterpiece.
Serious Maplers who want a full experience of the offline event can purchase RSVP packs, from SGD19 (~RM66). It includes MapleStory goodies like an eye mask, towel, and goodie bag, as well as exclusive in-game items, carnival credits, and a Mission Card that unlocks rewards for lucky Maplers.
Admission: Free. Purchase RSVP packs here.
Venue: Ground Floor-East Court, IOI City Mall
Date: 21st-23rd June
Time: 10am-9pm
5. Karma Yoga Rexperience at REXKL
22nd June & selected days
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While there are many affordable yoga studios in KL to get some zen time in, consider taking your next fitness sesh to REXKL for the Karma Yoga Experience. Hosted by the Karma Toga School, the experience lets yogis sit in silence while surrounded by otherworldly abstract projections.
Different yoga styles will be practiced depending on your date of visit. There’s Karama Vinyasa on 22nd June; Yin Yang on 7th July; Moksa Vinyasa on 25th August; and Sangha Vinyasa on 16th September. Each session lasts 90 minutes. You can book your spot here.
Admission: RM80/pax
Venue: REXKL, RXPKL @ REXKL, 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL
Date: 22nd June
Time: 8am-9.30am
6. Symphonic Anime 5 at MPO
28th & 29th June
Image credit: Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) via Facebook
Much to the excitement of anime fans, the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) is set to bring back its Symphonic Anime 5 for the fifth time. The 2-day concert will treat music and anime lovers alike to orchestral version of tunes from classic series such as Pokémon, Naruto, and Sailor Moon, to more recent hits like Spy x Family, Demon Slayer, and Your Name.
All tickets will include a light refreshment. Special discounts are also available for students (RM109/pax), while MyKad holders can enjoy 10% off and 15% off for senior citizens.
Admission: From RM228/pax. Get your tickets from MPO here.
Venue: Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, Level Two, Tower Two, PETRONAS Twin Towers 50088 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL
Date: 28th & 29th June
Time: 8.30pm
7. Japanese Photobook Exhibition at GMBB
28th-30th June
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Japanese photobooks go all the way back to the early 1900s – for the uninitiated, these books contain artistic photos from photographers. For shutterbugs and appreciator of aesthetic photos on their Instagram feeds, head to the Japanese Photobook Exhibition at GMBB.
Brought together by Tokyo-based LibroArte and Malaysia-based Zontiga, the exhibition will display over 50 Japanese photobooks, from renowned and upcoming photographers who have their works published by independent publishers in Japan.
Admission: From RM10/pax. Get your tickets from Zontiga here.
Venue: Level 3, GMBB, Jalan Robertson, Kuala Lumpur
Date: 28th-30th June
Time: 11am-8pm
8. Jujutsu Kaisen Experience at Pavilion Bukit Jalil
27th April to 20th July
The fun doesn’t seem to stop for anime fans. Following the footsteps of the Naruto exhibition at Pavilion Bukit Jalil is the Jujutsu Kaisen Experience pop-up event.
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From 27th April to 20th July, the experience brings to Malaysian anime fans three areas: an anime-themed cafe called ACO Lab, a retail store with 120 exclusive Jujutsu Kaisen merch, and five photo zones that bring to life characters and sets from the dark fantasy anime.
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The cafe will be a highlight. Desserts, beverages, and Japanese fusion dishes inspired by Jujutsu Kaisen will be served, such as a lobster roll called Blindfolded Gourmet’s Choice that’s inspired by Satoru Gojo.
Different packages are available, with unique inclusions. The most affordable RM20 package includes a Jujutsu Kaisen drink, access to the photo zones, and coaster and souvenir card freebies.
Admission: From RM20. Get your tickets from Ticket2U here.
Venue: Aco Lab, Pavilion Bukit Jalil
Date: 20th April to 20th July
Time: 10am-10pm, Daily
9. Attack On Titan: The Final Exhibition at Fahrenheit88
25th April to 21st July
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There have been a whole slew of anime exhibitions popping up in KL. One that you can visit till 21st July is the Attack On Titan exhibition that makes its way to Malaysia following its showing in neighbouring Singapore.
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The exhibition will be held at Fahrenheit88 mall, with over 150 early sketches, illustrations, and never-before-seen drafts by the manga’s artist, Hajime Isayama, on display.
Admission: RM55/pax. Get your tickets from Ticket2U here.
Venue: Fahrenheit 88, Jalan Gading, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Date: 25th April to 21st July
Time: 10am-10pm, Daily
10. Piying Dream at REXKL
9th February to 6th September
REXKL has unleashed yet another stunning exhibition at its REXPERIENCE (RXPKL) immersive art gallery – Piying Dream. Welcoming visitors from now till 6th September, the immersive art show brings together the art of Chinese shadow play with vibrant projections.
During the show, you’ll come face-to-face with over 3,000 digitised shadow puppets that are projected on the walls to the floors of the venue.
Admission: RM60/adult, RM30/child & RM42/pax for students, senior citizens & persons with disabilities. Get your tickets from RXPKL here.
Venue: RXPKL @ REXKL, 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL
Date: 9th February to 6th September
Time: Tue-Sun 10am-10pm | Mon 10am-4pm
– Upcoming pop-up events & exhibitions –
[HYBE INSIGHT] The Daydream Believers: 꿈, 마침내
1st July to 1st September
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Stans of HYBE artists are in for a treat. The South Korean entertainment’s exhibition brand HYBE INSIGHT is bringing their portrait exhibition The Daydream Believers: 꿈, 마침내 to Malaysia this June.
The exhibition lets fans discover – or rediscover – the journey of K-pop’s biggest idol groups such as BTS, Seventeen, Le Sserafim, TXT, and Enhypen, by offering fans a glimpse of close-up portraits and behind-the-scenes stories of the artists.
Having made its debut in Seoul, followed by exhibitions in Tokyo and Taipei, since last year, the exhibition is scheduled to be held at LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre in KL from 1st July to 1st September.
All entry tickets will come with a photo ticket. Early bird tickets will be available from 5th-30th June.
Admission: RM88/pax (early bird) & RM138/pax (general). Get your tickets from Ticket2U.
Venue: LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre
Date: 1st July to 1st September
– Past pop-up events & exhibitions –
30th Mar-21st Apr – Creative Coupling group exhibition
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Most art exhibitions are brought to you by a sole artist. The Creative Coupling group exhibition at PJ’s Temu House brings together imaginative artworks from three Malaysian couples: Amat-Binti, Esmond-Joanne, and Kimberley-Silas.
Image credit: @kimberley_boudville via Instagram
The works on display capture how each duo navigates individual expression and collaborative efforts within their relationships – that mundanity and emotional rollercoaster rides that come with having a partner.
Admission: Free
Venue: Temu House, 49, Jalan 16/9e, Seksyen 16, 46350 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Date: 30th March to 21st April
Time: Fri 12pm – 5pm | Sat & Sun 10am – 5pm
3rd-30th Apr – Impossible Possible exhibition
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The month of April is Autism Awareness Month. To celebrate diversity in our country and show your support for those on the spectrum, don your best blue apparel and visit Impossible Possible. This creative art exhibition at GMBB, which opens from now till 30th April, features artworks crafted by nine special needs children.
Admission: Free
Venue: Level 3, GMBB, No. 2, Jalan Robertson, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL
Date: 3rd to 30th April
Time: 11am-8pm, Daily
20th Apr-19th May – Sakura Festival
Naked Inc.’s Sakura Festival that was held at the Imperial Villa Nijo-jo Castle in Kyoto.
Image credit: @naked_inc via Instagram
It’s time to bid farewell to all those FOMO feels from seeing cherry blossom snaps on your IG feed. Tokyo’s Naked Inc. is bringing to Malaysia a Sakura Festival from 20th April onwards at LaLaport BBCC.
The festival lets visitors immerse themselves in a world of cherry blossoms via illuminated installations that recreate the Sakura season in KL. It’ll also feature the first-ever projection mapping display in Malaysia too.
Naked Inc.’s Sakura Festival that was held at the Imperial Villa Nijo-jo Castle in Kyoto.
Image credit: @naked_inc via Instagram
There’ll be a Sakura-themed market inside the mall on Level 4 every weekend, with workshops and games to check out after you’re done snapping pics at the installations.
Venue: LaLaport BBCC, Jln Hang Tuah, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL
Date: 20th April to 19th May
26th-28th Apr – Anime Fest+ 2024
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An event that never fails to bring out flocks of anime-loving Malaysians is Anime Fest+. Hosted by Comic Fiesta, the longest-running animation, comics, and games (ACG) convention in Malaysia, the 2024 edition is returning for a 3-day event at Tropicana Gardens Mall.
There’ll be artist, cosplayer, and doujin booths, as well as performances to watch and handicrafts to snag.
Admission: RM25/Fri and RM35 for Saturday and Sunday. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
Venue: Convention Centre, Tropicana Gardens Mall
Date: 26th to 28th April
Save the date for these pop-up events & exhibitions in KL in 2024
The year 2024 is all about keeping the spirit of fun and discovery. So, share the excitement with your friends and plan your next adventure together with the help of this guide to all the pop-up events and exhibitions happening in Malaysia.
You might also want to check out our other guides:
- Live concerts in 2024 in Malaysia
- New movies to watch in 2024
- New restaurants & cafes to visit in June 2024
To find out even more activity and attraction recommendations, make sure to check out the Telegram channel @klweekendplans to stay in the loop for the latest events in and near KL.
Cover image adapted from: ArtScience Museum Marina Bay Sands, @naked_inc via Instagram, @kimberley_boudville via Instagram, The Smart Local Malaysia
This article was first published on 12th April 2024, and last updated on 7th June 2024.