KL is full of exciting activities that one should not miss out on, and it is in fact a great excuse to have a get-together with friends. Best part is, you get to enjoy the activities with one another, whether it’s a performance or a party. Here are 8 events happening this week, from March 6-12, that you should consider heading out for!
1. 9th MyBalloonFiesta 2017
After 8 years of hosting this unique event in Putrajaya, it looks like MyBalloonFiesta has finally moved closer to Kuala Lumpur. This time, they will be hosting the event at the scenic neighbourhood of Desa ParkCity. The theme for this year is ‘Balloon In The Park’. The event will feature a total of 18 balloons from 11 different countries that are comprised of different shapes and colourful designs.
When: March 10-12, 4pm–10pm
Where: Desa ParkCity, 52200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Info: 9th Myballoonfiesta 2017
2. Movie Under The Stars
Love good movies? Then you should head over to the Frisky Rooftop Bar. Every Thursday, this bar offers FREE outdoor movies with some popcorn too, all while enjoying being under the open night sky with stars everywhere. The movie of the week will be 2013’s “12 Years A Slave” which tells the story of Solomon Northup.
When: March 9, 9:30pm–12am
Where: 4A, Lorong Yap Kwan Seng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Info: Movie Under The Stars
3. Markets 22 – Barista
Markets by Jaya One is back and this time around, it ranges from food trucks to lifestyle bazaars, coffee appreciation workshops and more. The highlight of the event is the Latte Art Throwdown which is essentially a latte art competition.
When: March 11-12, 11am–7pm
Where: Jalan Universiti, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Info: Markets 22 – Barista
4. Women’s Weight Loss Workshop
Worried about your weight and wish to appear leaner? Ror Alexander is on a mission to help women around the world lose weight. At this workshop, Ror will elaborate how everyone, from top Hollywood film stars to stay-at-home-moms, can lose the weight and keep it off for good.
When: March 11-12, 9:30am–11am
Where: No. C1, C2 & C3, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Info: Women’s Weight Loss Workshop
5. WCS Wednesday Socials at B&Bianco
Heard a good song somewhere and can’t seem to get it out of your head? If you’ve got the groove within you, don’t hesitate to dance it out with some newly met strangers at the West Coast Swing event where you can learn how to jive to the West Coast Swing style of dance.
When: March 8, 8:30pm – 11:30pm
Where: Unit No. B-01-07 Sunway Nexis, Jalan PJU 5/1, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Info: WCS Wednesday Socials at B&Bianco
6. Celebrating Women with The Picha Project
The Picha Project presents an event which celebrates women and this event is also in conjunction with International Women’s Day. The project aims to shed some light on the struggles faced by women from the “Picha families” as they share their motivation and spirit to fight everyday despite what they are currently facing.
When: March 12, 3pm–5pm
Where: 36, Level G2, Publika Mall, 1, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Info: Celebrating Women with The Picha Project
7. Caring Week’17 Carnival
Besides it being a carnival, it’s also a fund-raising event to help contribute funds for a project called ‘Building A Dream’. The aim of this project is to address the needs of the underprivileged Orang Asli community in the Sungai Lalang Village of Semenyih. The carnival will feature food, music, arcade games, and even a lucky draw.
When: March 9, 4pm–9pm
Where: Jalan Broga, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia
Info: Caring Week’17 Carnival
8. The Laughing Gas Ep 7
The Laughing Gas is an open mic session featuring a line-up of comedians and they will host the event in conjunction with International Women’s Day. To attend this 2-hour event, you only need to pay a small fee of RM10.
When: March 9, 8:30pm–10:30pm
Where: 73-1, Jalan SS15/8, SS15, Selangor, Malaysia, 47500 Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Info: The Laughing Gas Ep 7
Feature Image Credit: My Balloon Fiesta
