Artbox Is The Most Famous Night Market In Bangkok And It's Finally Coming To Malaysia
So much more than just great food and amazing shopping!
Published for ARTBOX, 17 Oct 2018, 01:02 PM
Bangkok’s most popular container market is finally coming to Malaysia this November!
Artbox is the first and largest container flea market. Originating from Thailand, Artbox is finally coming to Malaysia for the first time ever. So get ready to shop, eat, and chillax at the coolest pasar malam you'll ever visit!
Here are the details:
Date: 9 -11 November and 16-18 November
Time: 3pm - 11pm
Location: Sunway City Outdoor Open Air Carpark, Sunway Pyramid
Admission is free!
The first Artbox was held in 2015 in Makkasan, Bangkok. Since then, it's been a huge success in both Thailand and Singapore!
Did you know the 2018 edition in Singapore attracted a total of 757,000 visitors over six days? :O
This Malaysian edition will feature the signature elements of the market, including metal shipping containers and pretty fairy lights
It all makes for such a pretty backdrop, you'll be snapping pictures all weekend!
1. Amazing shopping with super popular vendors coming all the way from Thailand!
Check out the CUTEST rings and accessories from Wear a Wish. From adorable poms and pandas to mystical unicorns and gorgeous peacocks, there's a trinket for everyone!
If you're looking for functional bags with loads of style and a pop of colour, head over to Moonset. They have backpacks, shoulder bags, sling bags, waist bags, and more!
Get fun, one-piece playsuits and rompers as well as fashion staples from Loma Whale. Their pieces come in every colour of the rainbow so you'll be spoiled for choice!
There's going to be loads of vendors from Thailand! So if you miss shopping in Bangkok, or have never had the opportunity, then you are definitely in for a treat at Artbox.
You don't need to travel because all the best brands are coming to Malaysia!
2. There will also be loads of cool vendors from both Singapore and Malaysia that you'll want to check out
Shop the latest collections from Red Republic and Meykrs at the Area 65 pop-up stall. This includes Ketupat Coin Pouches, Hawker Centre Pet Chew Toys (pictured below), Peranakan Trinket Dishes, and much more!
If you love unique prints and rich colours, check out MODPARADE. This Singaporean women's fashion brand is known for their stunning patterns and playful palette.
Support local at The Tipsy Styler, home to all kinds of earrings. From the quirky and cute to the elegant and sophisticated, you're sure to find something that's totally you! (By the way, these rubber chicken earrings actually make noise lol!)
With over 300 vendors that will span across 150,000 square feet, Malaysia’s first edition of Artbox is a must-visit for all shopoholics. Plus, there will be different vendors each weekend, so you absolutely gotta be there!
3. A huge variety of makan choices, from healthy eats to sinful street food, and everything in between
These photo-worthy food and drink creations will not only fuel your body, but also your social media feed ;)
We're looking forward to fat, juicy burgers and ooey-gooey, cheesy nachos. As well as a massive variety of Asian street eats with a twist! So be sure to come with an empty stomach because you are gonna be eating all weekend.
4. Cool and creative art installations that make for gorgeous backdrops
Up your photography game with quirky, hipster feels. From huge graffiti artworks on the massive containers, to twinkling fairy lights that illuminate the night!
5. Amazing live performances from musicians all over Southeast Asia, as well as homegrown Malaysian talents
