Events & Activities 🎪

Kuching, this weekend needs a small change of plan. With the haze still affecting outdoor activities, the Merdeka Spirit Run has been postponed to 4 October, while the Kuching Lights and Floral Festival and Luna Light Wonderland remain temporarily closed. So here are four indoor options for 5–6 September instead. Please check the live API reading before leaving home and keep outdoor time short. 1. Borneo Cultures Museum Time: Saturday and Sunday, 9:30am–4:30pm Place: Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, next to Padang Merdeka This is the easiest half-day plan if you want somewhere comfortable, spacious and genuinely worth the trip. The five floors cover Sarawak and Borneo through objects, stories and interactive displays; allow at least two hours so you are not rushing the upper galleries. [image: 1788480398087-borneo-cultures-museum-resized.jpg] Source: Sarawak Tourism Board 2. Kuching Cat Museum Time: Saturday and Sunday, 9:00am–5:00pm Place: DBKU Headquarters, Bukit Siol, Jalan Semariang, Petra Jaya A very Kuching choice, especially for families or anyone who has somehow lived here for years without seeing the giant cat entrance. The galleries mix cat art, history, collectibles and plenty of quirky photo spots. [image: 1788480398397-cat-museum.jpg] Source: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) 3. Movie session at TGV Vivacity Time: 5–6 September; sessions run from late morning into the night—check the live schedule before booking Place: TGV Cinemas, Level 3, Vivacity Megamall, Jalan Wan Alwi If you just want air-conditioning and an easy two-hour escape, this is the no-planning option. Current listings include English, Mandarin and Korean titles, with IMAX available at this branch. Pick the session online first so you do not end up wandering the mall waiting for the next show. [image: 1788480398451-tgv-vivacity.jpg] Source: CHINPAKLOONG Architect via Archify 4. Bowling at Megalanes Adventure World Time: Saturday and Sunday, 9:00am–12:00 midnight; confirm lane availability before going Place: The King's Leisure Complex, Lot 7852, Section 64, Kuching Good for a group that cannot agree on a movie. Bowling keeps everyone indoors and gives you something active to do without spending time in the haze. Weekend lanes can fill up, so call ahead if you are bringing a bigger group. [image: 1788480398502-megalanes-kuching.jpg] Source: KuchingBorneo Quick reminder: conditions and opening arrangements can change at short notice during the haze. Check APIMS plus the venue's latest social update before heading out. If the air is still very unhealthy or hazardous, staying home is honestly the better weekend plan.

Still deciding what to do this weekend? Here are four things happening around Kuching from Friday to Sunday — one for rock fans, two for registered young participants, and one big Merdeka-eve concert just outside the city. Rock In The City 2026 Saturday, 29 August, 8:15pm–12:00am Wisma Melayu, Jalan Diplomatik, Kuching A proper late-night rock session is coming to town, with live performances and a regional Malaysia–Brunei–Indonesia rock spirit. If your ideal Saturday is loud guitars, lights and a crowd that sings along, this is the one to circle. [image: 1787875733175-event1-rock.jpg] Source: Rock In The City event poster FUN乐营 3.0 children’s holiday camp Saturday–Sunday, 29–30 August, 8:00am–4:00pm; continues Monday, 31 August, 8:00am–12:00pm Samarahan Grace Methodist Church, Taman Uni Central This one is for children aged 5–12, with camp activities, meals, snacks, camp clothing and plenty of group fun. It is a registration-based programme, so it is most suitable for families whose children are already signed up or who can still confirm a place with the organiser. [image: 1787875733264-event2-fun.jpg] Source: FUN乐营 3.0 event poster SOAR3.0「我受够鸟」youth camp Friday, 28 August, 6:00pm to Monday, 31 August, noon Sungai Maong Methodist Church, Lorong Stapok Utara, Kuching A four-day, three-night Chinese youth camp for ages 13–18, built around fellowship, activities and a full camp experience. This is another registration-based event, but it is worth knowing about if your teenager has already registered and is heading in this weekend. [image: 1787875733323-event3-soar.jpg] Source: SOAR3.0 event poster Konsert Di Ambang Merdeka “Dekat Di Hati” Sunday, 30 August, 8:00pm–11:00pm Kompleks Sukan Asajaya Up for a short drive out of Kuching? The Asajaya Merdeka-eve concert brings together Bella Astillah, Bob Yusuf, Hairee Francis and other featured artistes with the Simfoni Orkestra Negeri Sarawak. Expect a big community-night atmosphere, music and fireworks-style celebration energy. [image: 1787875733397-event4-asajaya.jpg] Source: Pesta Asajaya 2026 event poster If I were planning the weekend, I would do Rock In The City on Saturday night and keep Sunday for the Asajaya concert. For the outdoor programmes, check the organiser’s latest update before leaving — haze and weather have already affected some Sarawak events this month.

Some Kuching outings do not need a full itinerary. Telaga Air Waterfront is that easy half-day drive where you go for river breeze, fishing boats, a short walk, maybe seafood after that, then balik before the day gets too heavy. [image: 1787270423443-telaga-air-1.jpg] Source: 360Tour.Asia [image: 1787270423539-telaga-air-2.jpg] Source: 360Tour.Asia [image: 1787270423625-telaga-air-3.jpg] Source: 360Tour.Asia [image: 1787270423723-telaga-air-4.jpg] Source: 360Tour.Asia [image: 1787270423810-telaga-air-5.jpg] Source: Malaysia Traveller I checked Google Maps, DayakDaily, 360Tour.Asia, and Malaysia Traveller before writing this. The feeling is quite consistent: people like Telaga Air because it is simple, local, breezy, and not trying too hard to be a big tourist attraction. Google Maps lists Telaga Air Waterfront at about 4.4 stars from 135 reviews, with the address at Jeti, Kampung Telaga Air. That matches the usual visitor mood: nice for a short stroll, calm river view, and usually not too busy outside peak weekend hours. DayakDaily described Telaga Air as an awesome place to hang out, about 30 minutes from Kuching, especially if you just want to get away for half a day. Their write-up also keeps coming back to the small things: friendly villagers, fresh seafood, local snacks, and the hawker centre opposite the waterfront. 360Tour.Asia calls it a peaceful waterfront beside Sungai Sibu, with fishing boats, sea breeze, a jetty, local food stalls, sunset photo angles, and boats returning with the catch. Malaysia Traveller is a bit more honest, which I like: apart from fishing, food, the small riverfront park, and boat trips, there is not a huge list of things to do. That is exactly the point. You come here to slow down, not to tick ten attractions in one afternoon. Useful info: Address: Jeti, Kampung Telaga Air, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak Distance: Around 27-30 km from Kuching Waterfront, roughly 35-40 minutes by car depending on traffic ️ Entry: Free for the waterfront area Boat trips: Wildlife and mangrove-style boat trips may be arranged with local operators; Malaysia Traveller listed reference pricing from around RM320 per boat, but confirm current price before going ️ Food: Seafood stalls and casual makan spots nearby, usually better on weekends or later in the day ️ Notes: Do not swim in the river, check weather before boat trips, and bring sun protection if you go in the afternoon This one is not a wow-wow landmark, but it is a very Kuching kind of place. Have you been to Telaga Air just to walk around and makan?

Weekend plans not fixed yet? Here are five things happening around Kuching this Saturday and Sunday — from food and music to cosplay, scouting and a morning walk. 1️⃣ Kuching Festival Food Fair ️ 22 July–16 August | 4:30 PM–10:30 PM Dewan Masyarakat MBKS, Kuching The final weekend of Kuching Festival is here. Come hungry for local favourites, street food and plenty of festival vibes. [image: 1786666130150-event1.jpg] Image: Kuching Festival / MBKS Source: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=KuchingFestival1888&set=a.922249750957364 2️⃣ Traditional Oriental Music Night ️ Saturday, 15 August | 7:00 PM–11:00 PM MBKS Theatre, Kuching Park A slower, more cultural night under the Kuching Festival programme, with traditional and oriental music on stage. Nice pick if you want something more relaxing than a crowded food hunt. [image: 1786666130224-event2.jpg] Image: Kuching Festival 2026 promotional material Source: https://everythingboleh.com/event/kuching-festival-2026/ 3️⃣ Borneo–Japan NewTrends Trade Expo 2026 ️ Saturday–Sunday, 15–16 August | 9:30 AM–6:00 PM The Everly Lhesson Hotel, Vivacity Megamall Anime, comics, games, cosplay, Japanese culture, business and community activities all in one expo. Bring your camera — there should be plenty of interesting booths and costumes to check out. [image: 1786666130296-event3.jpg] Image: BJNT 2026 Source: https://borneoplux.com/bjnt2026_v1/index.php 4️⃣ Rover Expo Sarawak 2026 ️ Saturday–Sunday, 15–16 August | 10:00 AM–10:00 PM 2nd Floor, The Spring Shopping Mall ️ Free admission Curious what Rover Scouts actually do? This expo has exhibitions, hands-on activities, workshops and sharing sessions — a family-friendly stop if you are already shopping at The Spring. [image: 1786666130359-event4.jpg] Image: Persekutuan Pengakap Malaysia Cawangan Sarawak Source: https://www.facebook.com/scoutsarawak/posts/1345531317563343/ 5️⃣ Mayor’s Walk 2026 ️ Sunday, 16 August | 7:00 AM onwards MBKS Boulevard, Padungan ️ Free community walk; registration required Start Sunday early with a community walk organised by MBKS. Good chance to move a bit, meet other Kuchingites and enjoy the morning before the heat kicks in. [image: 1786666130423-event5.jpg] Image: MBKS / Mayor’s Walk 2026 Source: https://mbks.sarawak.gov.my/web/subpage/news_view/6327 Tip: check the organiser’s page before leaving, especially for outdoor programmes and any last-minute changes. Which one are you planning to visit? #Kuching #WeekendEvents #Sarawak #KuchingFestival

Hey Kuching! We're back with another round of things to do this weekend Here's what's happening around town on Saturday (Aug & Sunday (Aug 9): 1️⃣ Kuching Festival 2026 — The Biggest Food Fest in Sarawak! [image: 1786061104883-event-food-festival-resized.jpg] Kuching Festival / MBKS If you haven't been yet — bro, what are you waiting for? Hundreds of food stalls, live music every night, and the whole place is buzzing. This is THE event right now. Go with an empty stomach and a group of friends so you can share (and try more!). From grilled seafood to local kuih, ice-blended drinks to satay — you name it, they have it. 2️⃣ Voila Market @ AEON Mall Kuching Central ️ [image: 1786061105369-event-aeon-market-resized.jpg] AEON Mall Kuching Central A curated market with local vendors selling everything from handmade crafts to fashion, snacks, and cute finds. Good place to chill, shop, and support local businesses. Plus AC so you don't have to suffer the heat. 3️⃣ TRAIN ME @ UNITY PARK Free Community Workout Reservoir Park, Kuching Saturday, 8 Aug | 6:30 AM — 7:30 AM Yes, you read that right — FREE! Open to all fitness levels. Come join the community for a morning sweat session at Reservoir Park. It's a great way to kick off your Saturday, meet new people, and get those endorphins flowing. Bring water and a mat if you have one. 4️⃣ Satok Weekend Market — The OG Weekend Experience 🥭 [image: 1786061105879-event-satok-market-resized.jpg] Satok Market Kuching's most iconic weekend market is always a vibe. From fresh local produce to exotic jungle produce (buah dabai, anyone?), traditional snacks, and even live plants — it's a sensory overload in the best way. Go early for the best picks and cooler weather. 5️⃣ UK Property Advice Clinic Sheraton Kuching Hotel Saturday, 8 Aug | 11:00 AM onwards Thinking of buying property in the UK? This clinic offers free advice and insights — great for anyone looking to invest or relocate. Free admission. Which one are you going for this weekend? Drop a comment and let us know!

Weekend plans still empty? Here are a few things happening around Kuching and nearby this weekend. Save this first, then jio your makan kaki or family. [image: 1785456208290-kuching-festival-2026.jpg] Kuching Festival Food Fair 2026 Time: 22 July - 16 August, 5.00pm - 11.00pm daily Place: MBKS Community Hall / MBKS grounds Still the easiest weekend plan: makan, drinks, local snacks, cultural performances and plenty of crowd energy. Good for family, date night, or just walking around after dinner. International Friendship Cities Night Time: 31 July - 2 August, from 7.30pm nightly Place: MBKS Theatre Part of Kuching Festival. Expect cultural performances from Kuching's friendship cities, including groups from China, South Korea and Japan. Nice option if you want something more performance-focused after food fair. 38th Kuching City Day Time: 1 August Place: MBKS Kuching marks its 38th City Day this Saturday. If you are already going to the festival area, this one is worth checking out together with the city celebration atmosphere. [image: 1785456208415-pokemon-tcg-2026.jpeg] Kuching Festival Pokemon Trading Card Game Competition Time: 2 August, 10.00am - 6.00pm Place: MBKS Lobby / MBKS Community Hall area For Pokemon TCG players and curious visitors. Even if you are not joining, can drop by to watch the matchups and feel the gaming crowd. DBKU Mayor's Run Time: 2 August Place: Padang Merdeka, Kuching For the early birds. A Sunday morning community run in the city, good excuse to start the day active before heading for food later. [image: 1785456208355-jom-heboh-2026.jpg] Bonus nearby: Karnival Jom Heboh Sarawak Segulai Sejalai 2026 is also happening from 31 July to 2 August at the area beside Majlis Perbandaran Kota Samarahan. Expect family activities, contests, booths, food, meet-and-greet sessions and concerts on Saturday/Sunday nights. Quick tip: MBKS area will likely be busy in the evening. Go earlier, carpool if can, and check the organiser pages before heading out in case timing changes. Sources: DayakDaily, The Borneo Post, KuchingBorneo event listing.

This weekend in Kuching is quite packed. If you do not want to stay home, here are a few places/events worth checking out on 25-26 July 2026. [image: 1784851502928-kff-crowd.jpg] Source: DayakDaily Kuching Festival Fair 2026 + Garden Show Time: 25-26 July, 5.00pm-11.00pm Place: Dewan Masyarakat MBKS / Kuching Park area If you only pick one easy plan, this is the one. Food stalls, night crowd, Garden Show, and that yearly Kuching Festival mood are already back. Good for family, couple, or just jalan-jalan cari makan with friends. [image: 1784851503013-kuching-festival-launch.jpg] Source: DayakDaily Kuching Festival Cosplay Competition 2026 Time: Saturday, 25 July, 7.00pm-11.00pm Place: MBKS Theatre For anime, game, and pop culture fans, this one should be fun to watch even if you are not joining. Expect coswalk, skit, costumes, and plenty of photo-worthy moments around the festival area. MBKS Pickle Rush Kuching 2026 Time: Saturday, 25 July, schedule by organiser/on-site notice Place: PicklePro Kuching Pickleball is getting hot everywhere now, and Kuching Festival is bringing it into the weekend lineup. There are boys', girls' and mixed doubles categories, so it is more of a sporty community event than just another food-fair side activity. [image: 1784851503081-pickle-rush.jpg] Source: DayakDaily K-Stage: K-Pop Dance Cover Competition 2026 Time: Sunday, 26 July, 7.00pm-11.00pm Place: MBKS Theatre Sunday night is for K-pop fans. Dance crews will be on stage, with Best Costume and Random Play Dance also part of the programme. Good option if you are already going to the festival for dinner. Kuching Half Marathon Heritage Run 2026 Time: Sunday, 26 July, from 4.00am Place: MBKS Kuching Early morning crowd will be huge, with over 4,200 runners expected. 21.1KM flags off at 4.00am, 10KM at 6.00am, and 5KM at 6.30am. If you are not running, just take note of traffic around MBKS and heritage route areas. [image: 1784851503239-khmhr-resized.jpg] Source: JomRun Quick tip: if you are going MBKS in the evening, go earlier, carpool if can, and expect queues. The festival crowd already started strong on opening night. Sources: DayakDaily, Sarawak Tribune, JomRun, MBKS/Facebook event listings.

This weekend in Kuching got a few nice options, from tuak, family-friendly STEM, morning workout to mall activities. Here are some easy picks if you are planning where to go. [image: 1784246669260-event-tuak-2026.jpg] 1. Borneo Tuak Festival 2026 Time: 17-19 July 2026, 11.00am-10.00pm Place: 11 Ridgeway, Jalan Ong Tiang Swee, Kuching A three-day celebration of Borneo tuak culture with 100+ tuak varieties, local food, artisan booths, cultural showcases, workshops and live performances. Good one if you want something lively and very Sarawak. [image: 1784246669357-event-robowalk-2026.jpeg] 2. Smart Kid, Smart City Challenge - RoboWalk 2026 Time: 18 July 2026, Saturday Place: MBKS Boulevard, Jalan Padungan A Kuching Festival prelude event where kids showcase robot-themed costumes, props and creative wearable designs. Nice for families, especially if your children like robots, STEM and creative parade-style activities. 3. TRAIN ME @ UNITY PARK Free Community Workout Time: 18 July 2026, 6.30am-8.30am Place: Reservoir Park, Kuching Free guided community workout for all levels. If you want to start Saturday early without spending money, this one is simple: show up, move, sweat a bit, then go breakfast. 4. Culture, Creativity & Community @ Vivacity Time: 18 July 2026, 10.00am-7.00pm Place: Ground Floor, East Atrium, Vivacity Megamall Kuching Free-entry mall event with a culture and creative theme. Easy weekend plan if you prefer somewhere indoor, family-friendly and convenient for makan or shopping after that. Quick note: event details can change last minute, so check the organiser page before heading out. Sources: STATOS, DayakDaily, Eventbrite, Vivacity Megamall updates.

This weekend in Kuching is quite active, especially if you like runs, family outings, and kampung-style events. Here are a few picks for 10-12 July 2026: [image: 1783641784297-regatta-sejijak.jpg] Source: TVS / Regatta Sejijak 2026 Regatta Sejijak 2026 Time: 10-12 July 2026 Place: Kampung Sejijak, Kuching A nice one if you want something with local flavour. Expect river racing, kampung crowd, and that lively regatta atmosphere by the water. Good for photos and a casual jalan-jalan with family. [image: 1783641784361-kuching-dental-run.jpg] Source: TVS / Kuching Dental 3KM/5KM Fun Run 2026 Kuching Dental 3KM/5KM Fun Run 2026 Time: 11 July 2026, morning Place: MBKS Kuching For those who want to start Saturday with a bit of sweat, this one combines a 3KM/5KM run with health and dental awareness activities. Family-friendly, not too hardcore. [image: 1783641784421-miracle-mile.jpg] Source: Ticket2U / Miracle Mile 2026 Miracle Mile 2026 Time: 11 July 2026, 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Place: LODGE National Secondary School, Tabuan Desa Another Saturday morning run, but with a more school-community feel. If you are around Tabuan side, this is a convenient one to join or support. TPH Open Day 2026 Time: 11 July 2026, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Place: The NorthBank, Kuching-Samarahan Expressway, Tabuan Jaya For parents checking out school options, Tunku Putra-HELP School is having an open day. Good chance to walk around, ask questions, and see the campus setup without pressure. [image: 1783641784669-seal-run.jpg] Source: HeyJom / SEAL RUN Kuching Edition 2026 SEAL RUN 2026 - Kuching Edition Time: 12 July 2026, 6:30 AM onwards Place: Aeroville Mall Kuching Sunday morning plan sorted. There is a 3KM fun walk and 5KM fun run, so it works even if you just want a light activity before breakfast. Quick tip: double-check the organiser page before going, especially for registration, parking, and weather updates. Which one are you going this weekend?

Hey Kuching! Here's what's happening around town this weekend (July 3-5): [image: 1783038647217-kuching-weekend-july-2026.jpg] 1. Move For Gold 2026 — Fitness & Charity Weekend The Hills & Pullman Kuching Fri 3 Jul - Sun 5 Jul A three-day fitness, wellness and fundraising event for Sarawak Children's Cancer Society (SCCS)! Packed with activities: Fri: Fitness & Wellness Festival @ Pullman Kuching Sat: GoBald 2026 (head shave for charity) + CrossFit Challenge Sun: Mini Jungle Warrior Challenge, Golden Loop 5KM Charity Run & SCCS 25th Anniversary Dinner Come show your support for children and families affected by childhood cancer 2. Busy Goose Market 3.0 The Hills Fri 3 - Sun 5 Jul, all day Great food, local crafts, artisanal goods — happening as part of Move For Gold. Perfect for a weekend family outing! 3. Hoan Gallery — 'Under Sarawak Skies' Preview Exhibition La Promenade Mall (Hoan Gallery) Ongoing (preview) Artworks by 16 artists from Malaysia, Singapore & Thailand, capturing Sarawak's landscapes and culture. Free entry! 4. Satok Weekend Market Jalan Satok Sat 4 Jul & Sun 5 Jul (early morning till noon) Classic Kuching weekend ritual! Fresh local produce, exotic fruits, traditional snacks, and a true taste of Sarawak life. Don't miss the fresh laksa and kolo mee noodles 5. Kuching Waterfront Evening Stroll Kuching Waterfront Every evening Grab some street food, enjoy the river breeze and watch the sunset over the Sarawak River. The perfect way to wind down your weekend. Which one are you checking out this weekend? Let us know in the comments! #kuching #sarawak #weekend #events #thingstodo #kuchingweekend #moveforgold2026 #sccs #charity