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Your Weekend Just Got Better: KL’s Hidden Events, Food Gems & Cafes To Explore! #158
In Partnership With Hotel Indigo ⭐️
Celebrate The King Of Your Heart this Father’s Day at Hotel Indigo Kuala Lumpur on the Park 🎉
This Father's Day, celebrate the king of your heart the way he truly deserves - with great food, great company, and a few thoughtful surprises along the way.
On 15 June 2025, head over to WokStar at Hotel Indigo Kuala Lumpur on the Park for a relaxed yet flavour-packed buffet brunch designed to honour the everyday hero in your life.
Highlights Include:
A complimentary coconut drink for all fathers
A creative father-child activity to make something together and bring home a memory
Kids under 7 eat free!
50% off for seniors over 60
🗓️ Our Top Event Picks For The Weekend (June 14th - 15th)
🎡 DUDUK PLAYGROUND Festival
DUDUK PLAYGROUND is a vibrant outdoor festival taking over Ardence Labs @ Eco Ardence across two weekends — 7–8 & 14–15 June 2025.
Visitors can snap retro-inspired OOTDs in a vintage bus, craft keepsakes at DIY workshops, taste sweet and savoury bites, or even test-drive sleek Vespas and EVs!
With a pet-friendly vibe and daily mystery freebies for pre-registered guests, DUDUK PLAYGROUND promises a weekend full of style, play and discovery!
When: Saturday & Sunday, June 14 - 15, 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Where: Ardence Labs @ Eco Ardence
Malaysia’s BIGGEST Sport & Leisure Expo! 🏀🎾💪
Malaysia’s first and largest Sport & Leisure Expo is here — a high-energy, all-in-one destination for sports lovers and fitness enthusiasts.
Spanning three full days at Mid Valley Exhibition Centre, this mega event brings together 200+ top brands like Protech Sports, Yonex, Gosen, VIKTOR, Diadem, and Selkirk Sport, offering exclusive discounts on everything from rackets to training gear.
When: Friday to Sunday, June 13 – 15, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Where: Mid Valley Exhibition Centre (3rd Floor, Mid Valley Megamall)
Note: For more information about the event, you can find out more here.
🖌️ Life Drawing Unplugged – Cultivate Your Craft!
Stretch your creative muscles in this guided life drawing session. Focus on the human form, improve your observation skills, and enjoy a meditative evening of pure artistic flow. No distractions – just you, your pencil, and the figure in front of you. All skill levels welcome!
➡️ A perfect session to:
✔️ Sharpen your drawing techniques
✔️ Build confidence in your art
✔️ Let your creative side shine
When: Sunday, 15 June 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30PM
Where: Temu House, Petaling Jaya
Note: RM100 Entry Fee, More information here.
📚 Books & Bites @ MoMo’s KL 🍟
Love a good mystery? Come mingle with fellow book lovers over burgers and plot twists at Books & Bites! This round, we're diving into The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood — a cozy crime read full of quirky characters and suspenseful turns.
You'll enjoy a hearty lunch from MoMo’s Big Buns menu (main + fries + iced lemon tea) while chatting all things murder, motive, and mayhem. 🕵️♀️📖
When: Sunday, June 15, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: MoMo’s Kuala Lumpur
🛋️ Biggest Home & Living Warehouse Sale!
🛋️ The HomeFest Warehouse Sale is back, and it's the biggest one yet! Head to the Signature Flagship Store in Kota Damansara for insane deals of up to 90% OFF on everything from kitchen appliances and furniture to cookware, mattresses, and more.
Shop over 100 top brands including Panasonic, Samsung, LG, Sony, and Crownlivin. Spend RM2,000 to unlock Mystery Pick Deals from RM1 (think queen-size mattresses for a buck!)
When: Tuesday to Saturday, Thurs - Sun, 12 – June 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Where: Signature Warehouse, Kota Damansara
💙 Pour It with Love: Father's Day Special 💙
Celebrate Father’s Day with a creative twist at the Fluid Bear Keychain Workshop, a hands-on session designed for dads and their children.
This one-hour workshop invites families to pour, swirl, and design their very own custom resin bear keychains, each one as unique as the love you share. Oh, it’s also perfect for bonding time for the family!
Led by friendly instructors, the session includes all materials and guidance, making it beginner-friendly and fun for all ages.
When: Saturday, June 7, 2025, 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where: Fahrenheit 88 Mall, Atrium, Ground Floor
Note: Scan the QR code in the image above to book your slot.
🎪 Pop-ups & Bazaars
🤘 KL Collectors Market @ The LINC KL
KL’s dopest pop culture bazaar is back and it’s bringing the heat! The KL Collectors Market is pulling up at The Linc KL with an insane spread of collectibles and thrift gems that’ll have fans, fashion fiends and casual browsers buzzing all weekend long.
Expect rows of action figures, vintage toys, diecast cars, anime merch, trading cards, and even board games, all packed into one vibrant space.
And if you love thrifting, then come through and browse through an array of retro fits, classic outerwear, branded steals, funky patterns and vintage denim.
When: Saturday & Sunday, June 14 – 15 , 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Where: The LINC KL, Kuala Lumpur
🤘 JIWA RETRO @ Central Market
Transport yourself to the golden days at JIWA RETRO, a retro-themed bazaar nestled in the heart of Central Market Kuala Lumpur.
This vibrant event celebrates all things nostalgic. Expect vintage fashion, old-school trinkets, food and drinks and handcrafted goods by passionate local artisans.
It’s more than just a market, it’s an experience for vintage lovers, collectors and curious weekend wanderers alike.
When: Friday to Sunday, June 13 – 15 , 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Where: Central Market, Kuala Lumpur
Note: Find more about the event here
💡Fun Fact
Kuala Lumpur is home to the world's longest quartz ridge. Known as the Klang Gates Quartz Ridge, it stretches over 14 kilometers and about 200 meters wide.
What makes it even more special? It’s geologically unique and supports five plant species found nowhere else on Earth, as well as the elusive serow (a goat-like mammal).
It’s basically a hidden natural gem amid the urban sprawl of KL that not many people know about.
🎳 KL Fun:
Things to do in and around KL if you’re struggling to come up with ideas. We’ve got you 💪
🐐 Petting Zoo in Shah Alam
For animal lovers of all ages
Located inside Taman Botani Negara Shah Alam, this hidden gem is a must-visit for families, kids, and anyone who just loves animals. The Petting Zoo offers an up-close experience with adorable farm animals like camels, peacocks and cute goats.
Perfect for a wholesome weekend outing, the little ones can feed and interact with the animals, while parents enjoy the greenery and peaceful surroundings. All in all, it’s a great way to introduce children to nature and farm life.
Plus, it’s just a short drive from KL only lah. Not bad.
📍 Location: Hussin Fauzi Farm, Taman Botani Negara, Shah Alam
🕐 Opening Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm
🎟️ Entrance Fee: RM18 (Adults), RM12 (Kids)
🗺 Google Maps: Open in Maps
📍 Saloma Kuala Lumpur
Note: Halal ✅
Looking for a stylish spot with an open setting to lepak ‘til 4AM in the morning, that also comes with unbeatable views of the Twin Towers?
Saloma Kuala Lumpur is your go-to hangout. This trendy late-night gem blends chill vibes, city lights and mouthwatering bites all in one place.
Whether if it’s catching up with friends over some drinks, digging into local fusion dishes or just soaking up the skyline, Saloma makes every night feel like a special occasion (vibe best tapi mahal sikit lah, when in KL right?)
📍 Location: Saloma Kuala Lumpur
🕐 Opening Hours: 11am – 2:30am (Mon - Thurs), 11am - 4am (Fri-Sun)
🗺 Google Maps: Get Directions
📚 SMNA Library
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Kuala Lumpur, the Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas Library at ISTAC is a hidden gem for book lovers, researchers, and those who appreciate Islamic architecture and intellectual heritage.
The library houses an impressive collection of texts on Islamic thought, Malay history, philosophy, and civilization, making it a must-visit for curious minds and culture enthusiasts.
Set within a Moorish-inspired building complete with domes, archways, and tranquil gardens, it’s a peaceful retreat from the city’s bustle, even if you’re just visiting for the aesthetic.
📍 Location: Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas Library, Kuala Lumpur
🕐 Opening Hours: 8am – 5pm, closed weekends.
🗺 Google Maps: Get Directions
🍲 Makan Where?
KL’s food gems you may not have heard of before but loved by locals. Tried and approved:
📍 Yan Kee Hainan Chicken Rice
Note: Non-Halal ❌
💬 Vibe: Traditional kopitiam feels, chicken-rice comfort heaven.
📍 Location: Plaza Ampang Jaya, Taman Pandan Mewah, Ampang Jaya
🕐 Opening Hours: 9:30am–2:30pm, closed Tuesdays.
💸 Price Range: RM9–RM50 per person (depends on what you order.)
📌 Why We Love It: Silky free-range poached chicken, deeply aromatic rice, punchy house chilli, fast service, and wallet-friendly portions.
🗺 Google Maps: Get Directions
📍 Family-Sized Nasi Arab
Note: Halal ✅
💬 Vibe: Laid-back family dining, Middle Eastern comfort food.
📍 Location: Mch Bistro Food Court, Kuala Lumpur
🕐 Opening Hours: 10am–11pm
💸 Price Range: RM15–RM20 per person | RM89 for 6 pax Talam Set
📌 Why We Love It: Giant sharing platters loaded with fragrant rice, tender meats like their lamb mandi, and flavorful sauces that are perfect for family feasts or makan with the gang! 👊
🗺 Google Maps: Get Directions
📍 Yulek Wan Tan Mee
Note: Non-Halal ❌
💬 Vibe: Classic kopitiam, old-school food for your soul.
📍 Location: Taman Cheras, KL
🕐 Opening Hours: 7:30am–4pm, closed Tuesdays
💸 Price Range: RM7–RM12 per person
📌 Why We Love It: Juicy and fragrant char siew , springy noodles and that iconic retro-shoplot charm that hits all the nostalgia feels.
🗺 Google Maps: Get Directions
Click here to check out a mouthwatering image of their char siew wan tan mee 🤤
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Until the next one,
The Hidden KL team
