With this week being the end of May and the start of June, let’s end and start the months off with a bang! It’s been a lengthy and dreary month with Mercury in retrograde (still is by the way) so we understand that everyone’s been going through a lot, to say the least. It’s time to treat yourself to some rest and recreation. But most importantly, it’s time to allow yourself some fun!
We’ve gathered 11 places of all genres for you to visit. Yes, ELEVEN! From options that include alcohol, to a cosplay competition, to watching a circus show. We have it all! So here are Hype’s picks of events and workshops for you to visit and experience this week:
Events
1. Anime Cosplay Food Carnival By J’s Gate Dining
Date: 5th June
Time: 11am – 9pm
Location: J’s Gate Dining Lot 10 (4th floor)
Inviting all cosplayers, anime & comic lovers, and of course, Japanese Foodies to come and enjoy their first ever Cosplay event. With exciting highlights like pop-up stores, anime-themed menus, a cosplay competition and much more to be announced. Find out more information & keep up with the latest news by following their Facebook page.
2. Sunway Pyramid Gets Prehistoric Takeover With Jurassic World Dominion
Date: 25th May – 12th June
Location: Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall, Blue Concourse LG2
In celebration of the long-awaited epic conclusion to the much-loved dinosaur-centred blockbuster movie franchise, Sunway Pyramid is partnering with Universal Pictures to bring shoppers an exclusive larger than life experience throughout the mall. Check out their website for more information.
3. Uncage your Inner Fire with Tiger Crystal Fire Starter
Date: 2nd June – 5th June
Time: 2 & 3 June: 5 – 9pm // 4 & 5 June: 11am – 9pm
Location: Sentul Depot, West Sentul, Kuala Lumpur
Want to try out a new passion but can’t decide on one? Let this new AR filter tell you what to do next. Join the community of like-minded individuals and try out your new passion at the Fire Starter District Festival. Exclusive classes with mentors, prizes, Tiger Crystal products and more are up for grabs! Visit their website for more info!
4. Puchong Collectors Market
Date: 4th – 5th June
Time: 10am – 7pm
Location: Setiawalk Mall Puchong
“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure”
Collectors Market is one of the initiatives kicked off by Dumpster.my in an effort to help collectors from all across the country by providing an avenue for them to sell off their antiques, vintage toys, musical memorabilia and vinyl, used second-hand items and much more.
While some may think that “old items” are worth junk, some may find invaluable treasures they have been looking for all their lives. This is exactly the value that Dumpster.my is built upon, to uphold the culture of buying and selling of vintage items whilst taking the experience to a whole new level. Be sure to check out their Facebook page!
5. EG’ International Cat Show & Championship 2022
Date: 4th – 6th June
Time: 10am – 7pm
Location: Martrade Exhibition Convention Center
With over 200 cats on showcase, a petting zoo and an exotic showcase, this is a must go event for all pet lovers. For more information on other activities taking place, do visit their Facebook page
6. Dragonboat Festival Arts & Cultural Exhibition
Date: 3rd June – 5th June
Time: 11am – 6pm
Location: KL Gateway Mall (Level 2)
The Dragonboat Festival Arts & Cultural Exhibition will showcase many traditional and cultural activities associated with Chinese heritage like Chinese poetry recital contest, poems and calligraphy exhibits, a culture knowledge quiz and much more!
There will be limited goody giveaways and prizes to be won for participants. Bring your family, parents and friends along to this event for a fun time as you gain additional knowledge on the Chinese cultural heritage. Click here to find out more.
7. Great British Circus
Date: 3rd – 26th June
Time: Monday – Thursday: 8.30PM // Friday – Sunway/Public Holiday/School Holiday: 5.30pm & 8.30pm
Location: Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur
After a difficult time during the pandemic, Great British Circus is thrilled to invite everyone back inside its big circus tent. Their 2022 brand new show is full of motorbikes, BMX stunts, clowns, acrobats and many more. Tickets can be bought online at ticket2u or at their ticket office at the show location.
8. Sell Your Pre-Loved Clothes, Shoes & Bags At This Thrift Store In KL
Date: everyday
Time: 10am – 6pm
Location: TTDI – outlet 37, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 3, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur // Bangsar Baru outlet 1st Floor, 2A, Jalan Telawi 5, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Second Street Bundle Shop encourages you to recycle pre-loved or unused attire by selling it to their Bangsar and Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI) outlets. As long as the items are still in good condition, you could make some cash from them!
They do have multiple stores all over the state, however, this selling system is only available at the Bangsar Baru and TTDI outlets for now. For more information about them, visit their Instagram or Facebook.
9. “Stranger Things” At Kwai Chai Hong
Immerse in the full “Stranger Things” experience when you visit Kwai Chai Hong in Petaling Street. In addition to some highlights (Christmas lights, Demogorgon, etc) from past seasons, you’ll also find some key highlights from the recently-released “Stranger Things” season 4. Find out more here.
10. THINK THAILAND Festival
Date: 26th May – 6th June
Location: Tropicana Gardens Mall
Indulge in a wealth of Thai culture, food and many more features at “THINK THAILAND” Festival. Many authentic, newly launched, and specially priced products will be on offer during this time.
This 12-day Thai festival will take place at Tropicana Gardens Mall, with in-store promotions at Aeon, Segi Fresh and NSK outlets throughout Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. What are you waiting for?
Workshop
1. Beginner Obstacles and Flip Trial Class
Date: every Thursday from 2nd June – 4th August
Time: 6pm – 7pm
Location: Ozone Fitness, No 2 Jalan 51a/225, Petaling Jaya, Selangor 46100
Inspired by parkour and free running, this class introduces a modern twist to natural movements such as climbing, jumping, and running. Classes are designed to mimic urban environments and unique obstacles prioritising agility and creativity. For more information and to sign up, visit Eventbrite.
Bonus:
Top Gun Maverick 3D Display
Tom Cruise and Air Force fans! Did you hear? 20 bikers from the Air Force Bikers Club gathered at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur for a fun shoot to celebrate the “Top Gun: Maverick” 3D Anamorphic Display. The custom 30-second 3D animation is on display now until 5th June.
Those who missed out on the bikers gathering and witness the 3D animation display, you can watch the full video on YouTube! Also don’t forget to check out “Top Gun: Maverick” in cinemas now!
