Photography Contest - Padawan Through The Lens
Step into the heart of Padawan and tell its story through the power of photography. Padawan Through The Lens 2026 invites photographers of all skill levels to capture the people, places and moments that define this unique municipality. From breathtaking natural landscapes and vibrant multicultural communities to thriving townships, local traditions and hidden gems, every photograph has the power to inspire. Whether you shoot with a DSLR or mirrorless camera, this is your opportunity to showcase Padawan's beauty, creativity and identity while competing for attractive prizes and having your work featured in exhibitions, roadshows and official publications. Entries must be submitted within the official competition period. The submission deadline is 30 November 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
CROSS OVER Vol. 64 in Malaysia
CROSS OVER Vol.64 In Malaysia Come October 2026, CROSS OVER, a travelling exhibition by a Japanese alternative art collective active since 2017, will be held at HAUS KCH in Kuching for its 64th edition. CROSS OVER Vol. 64 celebrates contemporary expression through the works of 15 Japanese artists with a variety of styles, from paintings to sculptures. Admission is free, so please do come along! ■Date : 1-7 Oct 2026 | 11:00-18:00 ■CROSS OVER IG : @cross_over_peddy_pot ■HAUS KCH IG : @hauskch ■Artist : Airi Kaneda | Ayano | CaNNNA | DOI NORIKO | emi | ITOH KANA | Kei Tachibana | Maki Kuwata | Mitsuki Mio | Ogura Mao | Ohashi Koga | RIE | Shiho Yamazaki | Yano Sayaka | Yukari Shirota ■Address : First Floor, HAUS KCH, Lot 263, Yun Phin Building, JaIan Padungan, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
ITOK FEST
Itok Fest is a music festival held in Kuching, Sarawak. This festival aims to celebrate musical heritage of both Sarawak & Indonesia, fostering cultural exchange and significantly boosting tourism in Kuching. With Silet Open Up proposed as the headliner act, complemented by Indonesian icons and Sarawak's most influential artists. Itok Fest is poised to attract a broad audience, generate substantial media interest, and establish itself as a signature event in the regional cultural calendar.
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FROM POP TO METAL VOL.9 [MALAYSIA TOUR] - KUCHING SARAWAK
FROM POP TO METAL VOL. 9 MALAYSIA TOUR – SARAWAK is a live music event presented by Insider Space & Insider Satellite Ipoh as part of the INSIDER 15TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, featuring seven Malaysian bands — Shavenkids, Heroine, Sinus Tachycardia, Kolbenfaust, Ogoshi Rebels, Saturday Heroes and Exhale My Ozone. The event will take place on 3 October 2026 (Saturday), 5:00 PM at Appleseeds Studio, Kuching, Sarawak. Tickets are RM20 for Presale and RM30 at the Door, with Presale tickets available through UberTickets at frompoptometal9.ubertickets.asia.
INDIE THEATRE PROJECT
Indie Theatre Project 3.0 is back for its third edition, bringing theatre, music, and live performances into an open-air setting at The Plant House, Sarawak Museum. Join us on 3rd & 4th October 2026 for two nights of stories, sounds, and performances under the night sky. Expect theatre acts, live music, local artists, creative booths, and a few surprises along the way. Tickets are RM18 per day, with limited tickets available for each day. Come for the stories, stay for the night.
PADAWAN RAFT SAFARI 2026 ( International Edition)
PADAWAN RAFT SAFARI IS COMING!! Whether you're here for adventure or the competition, this is one rafting experience you don't want to miss!! ( We have Day 1 - Raft Experience Day / Day 2 - Race Day ). . GATHER YOUR TEAM, GET READY FOR RAPIDS AND RAFT WITH US!
PAINT & MANIFEST
Combining painting and manifestation is a powerful way to visualize goals. This workshop starts off with 10 minutes yoga breathwork and visualising techniques to inspire the art. Participants can take their time to paint as they sip on tea, have snacks and enjoy views on the ocean as they paint their dreams. RM50 per person Take home your art and place in space you can see it everyday to make it happen.
Morning Flow at Yogini Studio
MORNING FLOW @ YOGINI 🧘🏻♀️✨ In conjunction with WAK Festival🌿 Start your morning with gentle movement, stretching & breathwork. 🗓️ Every Monday & Wednesday 🕤 9:30 AM 📍 Yogini Studio, Bangunan Aiman, Satok, Kuching No pressure. No judgement. Just come, move, breathe & enjoy. 🤍 Book thru www.yoginistudio.com.my
ke:NYALA
ke:NYALA is a public projection mapping showcase that transforms Kuching’s iconic Square Tower into a vibrant canvas of light, creativity, and storytelling. Featuring works by artists and students, the experience celebrates the intersection of heritage, technology, and artistic expression through immersive visual experiences.
HAUS KCH: Twist & Bloom Workshop
Take a breath of fresh air and slow down with our "A Twist of Spring" workshop! 🌷✨ Join us for a hands-on, therapeutic Twist & Bloom Pipeline Flower Workshop hosted by Alyssa Vyness (@bloom_co_bylisa). In this beginner-friendly session, you'll experience the joy of tactile crafting by transforming simple fuzzy wires into everlasting tulips, lilies, and daisies. You’ll leave with a refreshed mind, a new creative hobby, and your very own personalized floral arrangement! 🌸 Twist & Bloom Pipeline Flower Workshop 📅 10 Oct, Saturday ⏰ 2PM - 5PM 📍 2F, HAUS KCH Workshop Details: • General: RM 35 | Student: RM 25 (Must show a valid student ID) • Inclusive of a curated kit and the guided tutorial • 🔞 Strictly available for ages 18 and above DM us @hauskch or contact Aldercy (0128918395) for further inquiries!
Table of Contents: Chapter 4
Wanna meet fellow writers and body-double as we work on our respective WIPs? Table of Contents is an in-person writing session held every second Saturday of the month. Bring your weapon of choice - laptop/notebook/tablet. Don't forget appropriate protection gear (if needed) - earphones/headphones/earplugs. Work on whatever writing or writing-related task that you like - an article, a blog/journal entry, a novel, a poem. Edit, outline, or plot. We work in two or three 45 minute writing sprints with breaks in-between. Tell us what your goal is when you check in. Report back when we officially end. To RSVP or to get updates, follow us on Instagram at @typewitch or @fountainpenskuching. RSVPs are recommended so we can save you a seat.
RX: The Reader Experience
RX: The Reader Experience is the perfect time for Kuching readers to come together and mingle over their favourite books and stories. In this cozy get-together, expect to find literary corners for local authors, book clubs and second-hand books, all under one roof. Prepare to be intrigued by fascinating quirks of book readers and the lengths they would go to make their reading journey an adventurous and memorable one. The highlights of this day will be the sharing sessions by readers of different genres (classic, children, YA, graphic novel, creative non-fiction etc) who will talk about their favourite books and why you should get them into your to-read list! Whether you are new to this hobby or have been an avid reader all your life, RX will be the place for you to explore and identify your genre of interest, share your love for books and reading, and engage with other likeminded people. Come one, come all. It’s time to reignite the passion for reading in the community of Kuching!