Things to do in Kuching this weekend (15–16 August 2026)
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Weekend plans not fixed yet? Here are five things happening around Kuching this Saturday and Sunday — from food and music to cosplay, scouting and a morning walk.
1️⃣ Kuching Festival Food Fair
️ 22 July–16 August | 4:30 PM–10:30 PM
Dewan Masyarakat MBKS, KuchingThe final weekend of Kuching Festival is here. Come hungry for local favourites, street food and plenty of festival vibes.
Image: Kuching Festival / MBKS
Source: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=KuchingFestival1888&set=a.9222497509573642️⃣ Traditional Oriental Music Night
️ Saturday, 15 August | 7:00 PM–11:00 PM
MBKS Theatre, Kuching ParkA slower, more cultural night under the Kuching Festival programme, with traditional and oriental music on stage. Nice pick if you want something more relaxing than a crowded food hunt.
Image: Kuching Festival 2026 promotional material
Source: https://everythingboleh.com/event/kuching-festival-2026/3️⃣ Borneo–Japan NewTrends Trade Expo 2026
️ Saturday–Sunday, 15–16 August | 9:30 AM–6:00 PM
The Everly Lhesson Hotel, Vivacity MegamallAnime, comics, games, cosplay, Japanese culture, business and community activities all in one expo. Bring your camera — there should be plenty of interesting booths and costumes to check out.
Image: BJNT 2026
Source: https://borneoplux.com/bjnt2026_v1/index.php4️⃣ Rover Expo Sarawak 2026
️ Saturday–Sunday, 15–16 August | 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
2nd Floor, The Spring Shopping Mall
️ Free admissionCurious what Rover Scouts actually do? This expo has exhibitions, hands-on activities, workshops and sharing sessions — a family-friendly stop if you are already shopping at The Spring.
Image: Persekutuan Pengakap Malaysia Cawangan Sarawak
Source: https://www.facebook.com/scoutsarawak/posts/1345531317563343/5️⃣ Mayor’s Walk 2026
️ Sunday, 16 August | 7:00 AM onwards
MBKS Boulevard, Padungan
️ Free community walk; registration requiredStart Sunday early with a community walk organised by MBKS. Good chance to move a bit, meet other Kuchingites and enjoy the morning before the heat kicks in.
Image: MBKS / Mayor’s Walk 2026
Source: https://mbks.sarawak.gov.my/web/subpage/news_view/6327Tip: check the organiser’s page before leaving, especially for outdoor programmes and any last-minute changes. Which one are you planning to visit?
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