Urbanscapes Returns To KL After 7 Years With 16 Days Of Art, Music & Food
Here's a breakdown of what to expect starting this weekend.
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After a seven-year break, Urbanscapes is making its long-awaited return to Kuala Lumpur with 16 days of art installations, live music, exhibitions, food pop-ups, and more
Running from 31 October to 15 November 2026, the creative platform will take over several locations across the city, including Tun Razak Exchange (TRX), APW Bangsar, and Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad.
The programme includes free experiences for the public, bringing together local artistes, musicians, makers, and creative communities.
The return also marks the beginning of the build-up to Urbanscapes' 25th anniversary in 2027.
Here are some highlights to expect from Urbanscapes 2026
1. Check out giant inflatable art installations at TRX
From 30 October to 15 November, visitors can explore Udara Fest by local spatial design studio Studio Soüfflé at TRX.
The experience features a series of large-scale inflatable installations arranged along a walking route, adding playful art pieces to the financial district's modern surroundings.
2. Meet local creators and businesses at CRE.ATE 2026
Taking place from 30 October to 1 November at Sky Society KL, CRE.ATE 2026 by Cult Creative brings together content creators, independent businesses, and members of the creative community.
Visitors can look forward to creator talks, hands-on workshops, a marketplace, and community activities.
Speakers include Shalma Ainaa, Kim May Chee, and Dee Alimin, who will share their experiences in building businesses and pursuing creative careers.
3. Enjoy music, workshops, and coffee at Past Forward
Happening on 31 October and 1 November at Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad, Past Forward features musicians, workshops, talks, and the Shell Café Barista Cup.
Shell Café, the event's official coffee partner, will also serve handcrafted coffee and fresh pastries from its mobile truck across three venues during Urbanscapes.
Coffee lovers can also look out for its exclusive "KL Story On Every Cup" tumbler collection, featuring four custom designs by Malaysian artists Dania Mah, also known as thatDania, and Adnin of Graphnin.
4. Take a trip down memory lane at Long Time No See
Millennials who remember KL's creative scene in the late 2000s might want to check out Long Time No See at APW Bangsar on 7 November.
The gathering celebrates the people, places, music, and food that shaped the city during that era.
Music act Mimosa will revisit the sounds of the time, while Palate Palette and Back In Service bring food pop-ups and collaborations featuring familiar faces from KL's dining scene.
5. Explore KL's nightlife history at Night Shift
Also taking place at APW Bangsar, Night Shift is an exhibition exploring Kuala Lumpur's nightlife between 1997 and 2003.
Running from 7 to 15 November, the exhibition is curated by Roshan Menon and Callen Tham, and features memorabilia such as flyers, posters, photographs, and interviews documenting the city's club culture.
The programme will also include panel discussions and a DJ party celebrating the 10th anniversary of Saturday Selects.
6. Catch emerging local acts at Sunny Days
Urbanscapes will wrap up its programme with Sunny Days at TRX on 14 and 15 November.
Curated by Off The Track, the closing-weekend event will spotlight emerging voices across music, fashion, food, design, and street culture.
Music acts scheduled to perform at the Sunny Stage include Saint Kylo, Airliftz, RESORT, Dametrill, Nyota, Backlog Band, and Ira4ma.
Visitors can also check out food and drink offerings from vendors including Ignition Burgers & Pizzas, Tea Rock, and Super Matcha, alongside activities and community experiences.
