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1. Malaysia Coffee Week | 2 – 5 October
If coffee is your love language, cancel all your other plans.
Malaysia Coffee Week (MCW) is four straight days of free tastings, workshops, competitions (like the Malaysia Barista Team Championship), and promos that will have you buzzing more than your third espresso shot.
Date:
2 – 5 October 2025
Venue:
1 Utama Shopping Centre
Time:
10am – 10pm
Admission fee:
Free
2. Pingmin Mid-Autumn Celebration 2025 | 3 – 5 October
This month's Pingmin Mid-Autumn Celebration is bringing Taiwan's vibes to KL with food stalls, live music, workshops, and even a night market featuring Taiwanese snacks like bubble tea, fried chicken, and gua bao.
There's also a giant OhBear mascot making an appearance — because what's a festival without photo ops?
Date:
3 – 5 October 2025
Venue:
Pingmin Hub, Jalan Kamuning, Kuala Lumpur
Time:
5pm – 12am
Admission fee:
Free. Pets are welcome!
3. Local Lane Market | 3 – 5 October
REXKL will be hosting a local market with tarot readings, pre-loved gems, indie beauty brands, handmade crafts, and more.
This is your chance to discover something quirky and cool while supporting local makers.
Date:
3 – 5 October 2025
Venue:
REXKL
Time:
TBC
Admission fee:
Free
4. Oktoberfest OOOHAA! | 3 – 5 October
This Oktoberfest, Leyd Brewing Co. is giving the classic beer fest a Bornean twist with live sape performances, fiery stage shows, and of course, plenty of craft beer brewed with a cheeky edge.
Happening at ASAP by Lye, the three-day celebration promises music, dancing, and even a little something for pet parents with a special pet food booth.
Date:
3 – 5 October 2025
Venue:
ASAP by Lye
Time:
From evening onwards
Admission fee: Free entry (food & drinks sold separately)
5. Pop-Up Market | 3 – 5 October
Flowers, coffee, crafts, and cookies all under one roof? Floristika in Bangsar is transforming into a vibrant pop-up market featuring freshly brewed drinks from Rundle Street Coffee, handmade crochet by Ember n Lace, and sweet treats by Lexella.
Expect fun activities throughout the weekend and a free gift if you sign up as a Floristika member.
Date:
3 – 5 October 2025
Venue:
Floristika, Bangsar
Time:
9am – 6pm
Admission fee: Free
6. Off The Track | 4 October
Out The Middle is back with OTT Season 2 — the live show where they "actually give a f*ck".
This time, they're taking it literally underground at Burrow.Skate KL (Semua House).
Expect raw, no-filter performances from Flashmeow, Moghul Miz, and Lunadira, fuelled by pizza courtesy of Phil's Pizza and good vibes all around.
If this doesn't scream "perfect Saturday night", what does?
Date:
4 October 2025
Venue:
Burrow.Skate KL, Semua House
Time:
3pm – 8pm
Admission fee:
RM65
Get tickets here.
7. Matcha Party | 4 October
Hosted by Hajar and Nana, this girls-only gathering is about slowing down, sipping premium brews, and maybe making a few soul-sister connections.
Date:
4 October 2025
Venue:
Liberal Latte, Bukit Damansara, KL
Time:
2pm – 5pm
Admission fee:
RM85
Get tickets here.
8. Doplohtiga Garage Sales | 4 – 5 October
It's a garage sale… but make it an event. Expect food, workshops, collectibles, and even a petting zoo.
Don't be surprised if you leave with a tote bag and an animal selfie.
Date:
4 – 5 October 2025
Venue:
Doplohtigaspace, Titiwangsa
Time:
4pm – 11pm
Admission fee:
Free
9. Picnic At The Park | 4 & 18 October
Lay your mat, unpack your basket, and enjoy buskers and live acts by the lake. Arrive early for free picnic baskets (yes, free).
Dates:
4 & 18 October 2025
Venue:
The Waterfront, Desa ParkCity
Time:
4.30pm – 7.30pm
Admission fee:
Free
10. Lokal Spirits | 11 October
Cocktails meet canvases, and the whole of Kapitan Haus becomes a living artwork. LOKAL SPIRITS is bringing you an art bazaar reimagined, cocktails crafted by actual artists, and a giant canvas that'll be painted live before your eyes.
Oh, and did we mention? There's a sneaky LOKAL streetwear pop-up hidden in the mix. The event will feature artists Jean Lynn, Six Kilometers, Yue, Amelysketchbook, and v4ng0th.
Date:
11 October 2025
Venue:
Kapitan Haus, Chinatown KL
Time:
4pm – late
Admission fee:
Free
11. Baek Punya Market | 10 – 12 October
Baek Punya Market is happening at REXKL and it's your chance to unearth indie fashion gems, vintage finds, handmade crafts, and bites that'll keep you shopping longer than you planned.
Date:
10 – 12 October 2025
Venue:
REXKL
Time:
12pm – 10pm
Admission fee:
Free
12. Malaysia Cookie Picnic | 11 October
Not much is revealed yet, but a cookie-themed picnic sounds dangerously delicious. RSVP early if you want first dibs.
Date:
11 October
Venue:
TBA
Time:
TBA
Admission fee:
Ticketed (price TBA)
13. A Mini Garden Experience | 11 October
Sayur In The City is an urban farm tucked in the middle of KL inviting you to slow down and literally touch some grass.
The Mini Garden Experience is a sensory walk, with games, a planting session, and refreshing garden-inspired drinks to sip on.
Plus, you'll bring home a little green gift to kick-start your own edible garden.
Date:
11 October 2025
Venue:
Sayur in the City @ YWCA, KL
Time:
9am – 10am
Admission fee:
RM30 (adults) | RM15 (kids)
Get tickets here.
14. Disco & Eggs Brunch Party | 11 October
Back for round two after a sold-out debut, the Cahaya Brunch Party is turning Papibu Coffee into a disco brunch playground. There'll be funky beats from MDM Woo and Hakim Rani, cocktails flowing all day, and a live egg station to keep your energy up.
Date: 11 October 2025
Venue:
Papibu Coffee, Alfa Bangsar
Time:
11am onwards
Admission fee:
RM69 (single ticket comes with 1 free drink: choice of cocktail, coffee, or non-coffee beverage. Access to the live egg station & all-you-can-eat brunch spread.)
Get tickets here.
15. Pixel Perfect Photo Frame Workshop | 11 October
Turn your favourite photo into a handmade keepsake at this cosy Pixel Perfect workshop.
For RM55, you'll get everything you need to design and decorate your own frame at Lovette x Mika Coffee Roaster in Ara Damansara.
First five sign-ups even score a mystery goodie bag from Kozie Krafts, so bring your creativity (and your best photo) for an afternoon of crafty fun.
Date:
11 October 2025
Venue:
Lovette, Mika Coffee Roaster @ Medalla Oasis Corporate Park, Ara Damansara
Time:
2Ppm – 3.30pm
Admission fee:
RM55 per pax
Sign up here.
16. Fadzri Rashid Still Got Jokes | 17 – 18 October
New stage, new material, same chaotic energy. Fadzri Rashid — better known as Fakkah Fuzz — is back with a fresh comedy hour that's louder, wilder, and sharper than ever.
Expect wild stories, brutal honesty, and the kind of laugh-out-loud moments that'll have you quoting lines days later.
Basically: if you needed a night to forget about life's nonsense, this is it.
Date:
17 – 18 October
Venue:
PJ Live Arts Theatre @ Jaya One
Time:
17 October – 8.30pm
18 October – 3.30pm and 8.30pm (sold out)
Get tickets here.
17. Hantu Kopek | 17 – 18 October
This is a contemporary shadow play where female ghosts finally get the mic. Hantu Kopek blends folklore, haunting live music (traditional meets electronic), spoken word poetry, and striking visuals to spotlight Southeast Asian ghost women — the often-silenced voices of grief, rage, resilience, and cheeky laughter.
The night kicks off with a Q&A at 8pm, the main performance at 8.30pm, and wraps up with a joget lambak (yes, dancing) at 9.30pm, soundtracked by Wayang Women DJs.
It will feature artistes from across the region: Illya Sumanto (Malaysia), Sarah Amer (Malaysia), Tigra Rose (Indonesia), Lynn Nandar Htoo (Cambodia – Myanmar), Ola (Nigeria – Thailand), Victoria Yam (Philippines – Malaysia), Annabel Laura (Indonesia-Netherlands).
Date:
17 – 18 October 2025
Venue:
REXKL
Time:
8pm onwards
Admission fee:
RM80
Get tickets here.
18. Malam Mistik | 18 October
Enter the shadows with Malam Mistik at Mika Coffee Roaster, Ara Damansara.
This free-entry night invites you to channel your spookiest side — whether that's a Nusantara spirit or your own haunting alter ego.
With eerie vibes and midnight mysteries, it's set to be a night where both the brave and the not-so-brave gather under the same dark sky.
Date:
18 October 2025
Venue:
Mika Coffee Roaster, Ara Damansara
Time:
8pm – 12am
Admission fee:
Free
19. Stickerrific workshops | Throughout October
If you love all things stationery and creativity, Stickerrific's October workshops have you covered.
From calligraphy to painting, plus a special Ink Buffet with over 100 inks to test, there's something for every doodler and creator. A must-do for those who can't resist pretty paper goods.
Date:
Various dates in October 2025
Venue:
Stickerrific, Jaya One, Petaling Jaya
Time:
Check individual workshop listings
Admission fee:
Workshop fees vary (from RM50+)
Sign up here.
20. Vintage & Thrift | 19 October
Quirky finds, preloved gems, and hidden treasures await. Great if you're hunting or selling.
Date:
19 October 2025
Venue:
The Rivercity, Jalan Ipoh, KL
Time:
11am – 6pm
Admission fee:
Free
21. Floral Kinship Club by Fleur Bakes | 19 October
Fleur Bakes is back with another intimate Floral Kinship Club session, this time focusing on vase arrangements.
It's a laid-back afternoon of blooms, bonding, and learning the art of florals with a friendly community of flower lovers.
Spots are limited, so best to secure your place early.
Date:
19 October 2025
Venue:
Pucks Coffee KL
Time:
2pm – 5pm
Admission fee:
Ticketed. Sign up here.
22. REX Strollin Market | 24 – 26 October
Back at REXKL, Strollin Market brings together local brands, arts and crafts, collectibles, accessories, and live acts in the heart of Chinatown.
Date:
24 – 26 October 2025
Venue:
REXKL
Time:
12pm – 10pm
Admission fee:
Free
23. Spooktacular Wildflower Market | 23 – 26 October
Wildflower Market is taking over Alamanda Putrajaya, but this time with a spooky season twist.
Expect artisanal bites, handmade fashion, and plenty of festive flair that screams October.
Date:
23 – 26 October
Venue:
Alamanda Shopping Centre, Putrajaya
Time:
10am – 10pm
Admission fee:
Free
24. Grim Room Spooky Market | 25 October
This one-day spooky fest at JAM PJ is not playing around. Daytime brings an all-day market and a haunted tunnel walk.
Nighttime? Performances by Fuad, Margasatwa, Golden Mammoth, and Spooky Wet Dreams.
Costumes aren't mandatory… but when else can you shop, scream, and enjoy music all in one night?
Date:
25 October 2025
Venue:
JAM PJ, Behind Gasket Alley, KL
Time:
11am (market) | 7.30pm (show)
Admission fee:
Market is free | Gig RM88
Get tickets to the gig here.
25. Witch Craft Affair | 25 & 26 October
Halloween comes alive at Witch Craft Affair 2025, a two-day bazaar of mystical makers, potions, and magical vibes at The School, Jaya One.
Expect artisanal F&B, handmade crafts, tabletop quests, potion-making, and creepy collectibles — all wrapped in spooky fun.
Date:
25 – 26 October 2025
Venue:
The School by Jaya One, Petaling Jaya
Time:
10am – 6pm
Admission fee:
Free
26. A4 Art Fair | 30 October – 2 November
A4 Art Fair will also be Malaysia's largest celebration of contemporary creativity.
From Art x Brand and Art x Living to Art x Artisan, Art x New Media, Art x Sustainable, and Pop & Art Sculpture — it's basically an art buffet under one roof.
The special ART WAVE pavilion will spotlight Malaysian favourites like Kenji Chai, Shafiq Nordin, Lim Heng Swee, and more.
Bangkok's hottest art festival, Mango Art Festival, will also be joining forces with A4 Art Fair, bringing eight exciting artists to Malaysia for the first time.
Date:
30 October – 2 November
Venue:
A4 Art Fair, KL
Admission fee:
RM10 per day (Buy before 10 October)
Normal price: RM15
Get tickets here.
27. Carsick Cars | 31 October
The legendary Beijing indie band is finally playing in Malaysia.
Prepare for hypnotic rhythms and experimental underground rock madness.
Date:
31 October
Venue:
Live Fact, KL
Time:
8pm
Admission fee:
RM168 (presale) / RM188 (door)
Get tickets here.
