May is here! Explore the music gigs and art exhibitions happening this weekend.

Welcome to May, a month that is kicking off with a bang in terms of music gigs and art exhibitions happening this weekend! The upcoming days are filled with a lineup of events that promise to keep the creative juices flowing and the entertainment levels high.

One of the highlights of this weekend is the Metalverse Rock Festival on May 1st at the Mega Star Arena in Kuala Lumpur. This premier international metal music festival will feature renowned international bands and leading regional acts, including The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Blessthefall, A Skylit Drive, and Of Mice & Men. It’s a day filled with live music that metal fans won’t want to miss, so make sure to grab your tickets for the event.

For fans of robots and stamp collections, the Mechamato Robot Hunting stamp rally is taking place from May 1st to June 7th at selected Rapid KL stations and hubs. Collect all the stamps to redeem a MechaTrain with the purchase of a 1-Day Pass Rapid Kota or Rapid Kembara.

If cocktails are more your style, don’t miss the KL Cocktail Week on May 2nd at Sentul Depot. This event will feature cocktails from over 30 top brands and bars, along with groovy beats, fun games, and masterclasses on making fabulous drinks. It’s a great way to enjoy some quality cocktails and learn from the best in the industry.

For those who prefer a bit of water and music, the Rain Rave Water Music Festival is happening until May 2nd in Bukit Bintang. This event will feature a lineup of local and international artists such as Dolla, De Fam, Mimi Fly, and Wukong, who are set to light up the streets and lead everyone in an all-night dancing experience.

Art lovers will find plenty to enjoy this weekend, with events like The Arts & Music Festival 2026 at The Exchange TRX, the Postcard Show at Michael Chuah Gallery, the KL Illustration Fair 2026 at GMBB, Whispering Pixels exhibition at GMBB, and the Balai Gema Hikayat exhibition at GMBB. These events offer a variety of creative experiences, from shopping for unique artworks to learning about digital literacy for senior citizens and discovering the living heritage of traditional Malaysian arts.

With so much happening this weekend, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a music fan, art enthusiast, cocktail connoisseur, or robot enthusiast, make sure to check out the exciting events taking place in and around Kuala Lumpur. Get ready to kick off May in a super lively and creative mode!