Things to do this weekend in Malaysia
The long Merdeka weekend ahead brings plenty of reasons to venture beyond the usual malls. Across KL and Selangor, there’s a slew of pop-up markets gathering discounted fashion pieces, homegrown labels, vintage finds, food, and coffee under one roof.
This list rounds up the best things to do this weekend in Malaysia beyond the Merdeka events, with plenty of fashion pop-ups in town bringing visitors major clearance sales, fashion drops, and anniversary celebrations.
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1. CirKLe Makan Makan
28th-30th August – KL
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CirKLe Makan Makan is bringing a line-up of local fashion labels to The Campus Ampang for the long weekend. Part of the lineup is Kita&Co, a homegrown brand that’ll offer discounts of up to 80% alongside its latest collection, gifts with purchase, and happy hour deals.
Footwear label Snuglier will have its Capri Sandals and Capri Heels available in full sizes for shoppers to try on in person. Selected Alba Suede Mary Janes and Lily Heels will also be priced at RM159, while the first five customers each day will receive an additional RM15 off.
Nazifi Nasri is also taking its collection exclusively offline for the weekend, with special items available only at its pop-up in the indoor section of Championship Hall.
Venue: The Campus Ampang
Date: 28th to 30th August 2026
Time: 11am to 12am (midnight)
2. Weird Space Thrift Super Sale
21st-31st August
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Weird Space is giving its thrift racks the sale treatment with 20% off everything at its SS4 store in Petaling Jaya. Shoppers can sift through the shop’s selection of preloved clothing and accessories for less, whether the hunt is for an everyday basic or a one-off statement piece.
The discount applies to normal-priced items only and will run until the end of the long weekend.
Venue: Weird Space, SS4, Petaling Jaya
Date: 21st to 31st August 2026
Time: 12pm-7pm
3. Modinity Warehouse Sale
27th-30th August
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The Modinity Warehouse Sale is returning to LaLaport BBCC with four days of deals across six fashion and beauty labels. The line-up includes Buttonscarves, Buttonscarves Beauty, Benang Jarum, NADA PUSPITA, CALLA, and RR by Rizman Ruzaini.
Entry is divided into five 2-hour shopping slots each day, beginning at 10am and ending at 10pm. Those planning to attend can register for a shopping slot here before visiting the sale.
Venue: Exhibition Hall, Level 4, LaLaport BBCC
Date: 27th to 30th August 2026
Time: 10am-10pm
4. ACEHIGH Pop-Up Shop
29th August
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ACEHIGH is holding its first pop-up shop of 2026 at Pucks Coffee KL for one day only. The local fashion label will be bringing out pieces from its archive alongside a brand-new release, exclusive merchandise, and a special gift available at the event. Each purchase will also come with a complimentary black or white coffee.
The pop-up will be located at the back portion of Pucks Coffee.
Venue: Pucks Coffee, KL
Date: 29th August 2026
Time: 12pm to 6pm
5. Redose Pop-Up Market
29th August
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The Redose Pop-Up Market is turning a Saturday night in SS15 into a late-night hunt for vintage and preloved finds. Local vendors will be bringing curated menswear, womenswear and one-of-a-kind gems to Ben Radin, with the market running from the evening until 1am.
Food and drinks will also be available around the venue, making the market a laid-back stop for browsing, eating and winding down after a full day out.
Venue: Ben Radin, SS15, Subang Jaya
Date: 29th August 2026
Time: 6pm to 1am
6. Ricewang Malaysia Pop-Up
29th-30th August
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Ricewang is bringing a preview of its Spring/Summer 2026 collection to 3rd Space for a two-day Malaysia pop-up. The upcoming range leans into streetwear staples, with T-shirts, jerseys, camo jorts and distressed denim among the pieces set to be displayed.
Accessories and other unreleased items will also be part of the selection, offering a closer look at the brand’s next collection before its wider release.
Venue: 3rd Space, KL
Date: 29th and 30th August 2026
Time: 12pm-8pm
7. Pasar Seloka
28th-31st August
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Pasar Seloka is celebrating Merdeka weekend with 10 brands selected around the theme Threads of Heritage, Waves of Tomorrow. The line-up spans fashion, accessories, fragrances, lifestyle goods and food. Brands such as Aloe Scarves, Miss Jewel, Sukka Perfumes, RimbunKL, Objects, NBDY, The Brilliant, Kahe, Milliot, and Wondermilk will take part in the market.
Alongside shopping, the four-day market will feature hands-on activations where attendees can make and bring home their own keepsakes. Kanta Studio will also be offering Merdeka portrait sessions, which can be booked directly with the studio or joined on the day.
Venue: Ombak KLCC, KL
Date: 28th to 31st August 2026
Time: 10am-10pm
8. Maa.ket’s 1st Anniversary
29th-31st August
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Maa.ket is celebrating its first anniversary with a three-day market at The Estate on Federal Hill. The vendor line-up brings together dozens of vintage, creative and lifestyle sellers alongside homegrown fashion labels, with names such as Ashraf Anuar, Bungaisme and Cupcake Aisyah also joining the celebration.
Food and drinks will round out the market, ranging from butter chicken and burgers to matcha and kombucha. As the event runs until midnight on all three days, the anniversary market can double as a late-night shopping and supper stop over the long weekend.
Venue: The Estate, Federal Hill, KL
Date: 29th to 31st August 2026
Time: 12pm to 12am (midnight)
9. Serba Serbi Irama Merdeka
29th-31st August
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Serba Serbi Irama Merdeka will bring 3 days of culture, creativity and community to Kongsi Kreatif, located inside the former General Post Office at Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad. The colourful gathering celebrates the different stories, traditions and everyday experiences that make up Malaysia.
Cultural attire is the dress code for the weekend, giving attendees another way to represent their respective heritage while exploring the event.
Venue: Kongsi Kreatif, Pejabat Pos Besar Lama, Level 2, Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad, KL
Date: 29th to 31st August 2026
Time: 10am-10pm
Find things to do in Malaysia this weekend
While most of these pop-ups are wrapping up by 31st August, the long weekend offers a brief window for bargain hunters and fashion enthusiasts to catch exclusive releases, clearance deals and vintage finds. Food vendors, creative activities and late-night opening hours also leave plenty to explore between shopping stops.
Cover image adapted from: Jam PJ via website, @3rd___space via Instagram, @maaa.ket via Instagram