Welcome back to this week’s Hype Picks! This week, expect immersive, interactive, and enjoyable experiences for everyone, including your pets. Don’t miss out on the many events planned for your enjoyment, fun, and entertainment!
In this list, we’ve got upcoming fairs, conventions, runs, and new products. You can get advice from experts on how to care for your pets, participate in a run, or enjoy the exciting activities at Comic Con. So, what will you do this week?
1. K-FOOD Fair 2022
Date: 21st October – 24th October,
Time: 10am – 9pm
Location: Blue Concourse, Sunway Pyramid, Subang Jaya
The K-FOOD Fair 2022 will be open to the public from the 21st to the 24th of October. Malaysians can enjoy a variety of Korean cuisines with special guest appearances by singer and actress Sarah Suhairi, a cooking show by Malaysian Chef Jia Le Woh, and dance performances by K-Pop dance teams Kueendom and Kingsman. Some fun activities include:
- A Korean Cooking Demo Session by influencer chef, Jia Le Woh
- Food tasting during the Open Kitchen Session
- Special experience zones such as traditional Korean games and Hanbok dress-up
- K-Pop cover dance performances by Kueendom and Kingsman
- A Taekwondo performance by a Malaysian team with a Korean twist
- A performance by Sarah Suhairi, who has collaborated with Blimey, a Korean Youtuber
- K-Pop Cover Dance Competition as well as K-Pop Random Play Dance
- Game sessions with top influencers (Nura, Hilmi, and Alisya)
Malaysian businesses interested in collaborating with 40 Korean companies can also attend and participate in the B2C event.
2. Malaysia’s First Immersive Peppa Pig Fun Fair
Date: Now until 8th January 2023
Location: Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Level 5, Lot 585.00
Attention, Peppa Pig fans! The first-ever immersive Peppa Pig fun fair is set to open in Kuala Lumpur this October! At the Peppa Pig Happy Day Interactive Play, children will have a great time jumping in muddy puddles, running around green fields, and competing in races. This one-stop fun and games destination features 15 immersive activities, including the Soft Play Area and Interactive Simulations. Get your tickets here!
3. Kopi On with McCafé
Date: 17th October – 31st October
Time: 10am – 10pm
Location: The Starhill KL,181 Jalan Bukit Bintang 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Do you know what month it is? It’s International Coffee Month and what better way to celebrate than by chugging down the BIGGEST McCafé cup in the heart of Kuala Lumpur? Visit the McCafé at Starhill KL for a sensory experience where you can play games, win exclusive prizes, and enjoy the flavourful taste of McCafé! Visit Facebook for more information.
4. FREE Oyen Consultation
Date: 21st October – 23rd October
Time: 10am – 9pm
Location: Mid Valley Convention Hall
Check out the Oh My Pet! Expo, which features our very own Oyen furry friends! Oyen Pet Insurance will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to care for your fur-babies as well as your money properly. Click here to schedule your free consultation and receive a free piece of Oyen merchandise!
5. AK Balloon Run 6.0
Date: 23rd October
Time: 7:30am
Location: Avenue K,156, Jalan Ampang 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Jom Run, Malaysia’s best running app, is hosting the AK Balloon Run 6.0 this week. The run is divided into two distance categories: 5km and 10km. Participate and you could win the Silver Finisher Medal and Gold Finisher Medal, which are only available to finishers. In addition, participants will receive the Ultron® Challenger Jersey, an e-certificate, and Personal Accident Insurance. Register here!
6. TAGCC (Toys Anime Games Comic Con) 2022
Date: 22nd October – 23rd October
Time: 9:30am
Location: Tropicana Gardens Mall
Malaysia’s most amazing toy, animation, game, and comics event returns for the third time this year! Attendees will have the opportunity to see incredible figurine and toy displays, lively cosplayers, exciting exhibitors, thrilling activities, and much more! Head on over to Facebook for the latest updates!
7. Waste-To-Cash Recycling Day
Date: 22nd October
Time: 12pm – 3pm
Location: Zero Waste Earth Store, 47G, Jalan Eco Ardence D U12/36D, Ardence Crest, Eco Ardence, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Get the chance to turn your trash into cash! You only need to separate your waste, such as fabrics, clothes, shoes, bags, toys, pillows, glass jars, bottles, and other items, and bring them to Zero Waste Earth Store clean and dry. For more info, visit Facebook!
Newly Launched Products
The All-in-One VR Headset, PICO 4
PICO 4 was recently launched and is now available in Malaysia. This allows users to take advantage of the all-new PICO 4 to immerse themselves in a new world where sensory components such as visuals, audio, and haptics are enhanced.
From the 12th of October onwards, the PICO 4 128GB and 256GB will be available for RM1,699 and RM1,999 respectively from authorised PICO dealers such as Impulse Gaming, Thunder Match, and Urban Republic; PICO flagship stores on Shopee and Lazada; and TikTok Shop. PICO will also give four free games to users who buy from now till January 2023. Visit the website for more details.
Neetashini Kanendran contributed to this article
