Make April the month to discover and experience new things through events and workshops!
1. Pet Fiesta 2019
If you love pets, head over to Pet Fiesta 2019! Carrying the theme, ‘Colour Play’ this year, the exhibition hall is expected to look bright and colourful for its visitors. From pet rabbits, cats, dogs, to hamsters, this fun-filled event is a sure hit with the family.
Date and time: 5 April (Friday) until 7 April (Sunday), 11.00 a.m. – 9.00 p.m.
Venue: Hall 1 & 2, Setia City Convention Centre, Shah Alam
Fee: RM5/adult, free admission for trade visitors, senior citizens, and children below 12
2. Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Super Celebration
To commemorate 90 years of spectacular Disney moments, Disney On Ice presents an original performance featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy. The characters are also supported by some of Disney’s inspirational princesses such as Moana, Princess Jasmine, Cinderella, and the royal sisters of Arendelle (Anna and Elsa). Definitely a show not to be missed!
Dates and times: 5 April (Friday), 7.30 p.m, 6 April (Saturday), 11.00 a.m./3.30 p.m./7.30pm, 7 April (Sunday), 11.00 a.m./3.30 p.m.
Venue: Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam
Ticket price: RM308, RM258, RM208, RM168, RM128, RM88
*Ticket price shown above excludes RM4 ticket fee and booking charges
Click here for more information about the show.
3. Chuck Chicken Junior Warriors 2019
Calling all warriors! The most exciting competition kicks off in Malaysia (qualifying rounds) this April 6 and 7. The age category varies for the competition starting from Group Under 6 to Group Under 12. For more information, go here.
Date: 2nd Qualification round begins 6 April (Saturday) and 7 April (Sunday) and ticket sales end on 3 April (Wednesday)
Venue: Hall 5, KLCC Convention Centre
Fee: RM60/child (including one race pack, one entry pass, and one opportunity to go to the next round)
4. Baby Shark Soap Making Workshop
Learn how to make soap and enjoy an afternoon of bubbly fun! This activity is suitable for children aged 4 to 6 and prior booking for a slot is required, call Phoebe, +6016 5211152 for arrangements.
Date and time: 6 April (Saturday), 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Venue: Playground Cafe, Arcoris Mont Kiara
Fee: RM50 (adult/child)
5. Utopia by Smart Kids Asia
Jump for joy at the first and biggest inflatable play park in Malaysia. Look out for colourful balloon installations, giant slides, VR games, human-wearable zorb balls, and colouring contests too!
Dates and times: 6 April (Saturday) and 7 April (Sunday), 10.00 a.m. – 8.00 p.m.
Venue: Hall 5, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Fee: RM10/child (unlimited play time)
6. Storytelling: Mother Goose’s Tales
Children will enjoy listening to this storytelling session as the great tales of Charles Perrault’s Mother Goose’s Tales like Little Red Riding Hood and Puss in Boots comes to life. Family favourite; Mother Goose rhymes such as Humpty Dumpty, Mary’s Little Lamb and The Black Sheep’s Wool will also be read. This session is good for kids ages 3 to 6 and registration is required.
Date and time: 6 April (Saturday), 10.30 a.m. – 11.30 a.m.
Venue: The Story Book, E-1-13, Plaza Arkadia, Desa Parkcity, Kuala Lumpur
Fee: RM10 (adult/child)
Register here.
7. Storytelling: James and The Giant Peach
A Roald Dahl story is read, coupled with a science activity (parachute-making and fight experiments) conducted by the instructors of Opstopus. Suitable for kids aged 6 to 11.
Date and time: 13 April (Saturday), 1.30 p.m. – 3.00 p.m.
Venue: The Story Book, E-1-13, Plaza Arkadia, Desa Parkcity, Kuala Lumpur
Fee: RM100 (include a Roald Dahl book worth RM29.95) / RM90 (without book)
Register here.
8. Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2019
Grab your kids and shop for great titles at a bargain!
Pesta Buku Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur is currently happening at PWTC. More details here.
Date and time: Daily until 7 April, 10.00 a.m. – 9.00 p.m.
Venue: PWTC, Kuala Lumpur
Fee: Free
9. Little Swappies 2.0 at Sampah, Menyampah and Friends’ EARTH Weekend
Happening at Sampah, Menyampah and Friends’ EARTH Weekend, is Little Swappies 2.0! It’s basically a swap event whereby children aged 1 to 12 get to swap their clothing with others. For more information, click here. Parents, fret not; you’re not missing out– there’s also an adults’ swap happening on the same day!
Pre-register here and read the T&C thoroughly.
Date and time: 14 April (Sunday), 3.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.
Venue: The School @ Jaya One (Level 1)
10. DPULZE International Rabbit and Cavy Show 2019
Meet your furry friends; the rabbits! An indoor rabbit petting zoo and small animal display will be happening at DPULZE Shopping over a weekend. There will also be an International Rabbit and Cavy Show judged by international judges namely Melissa Mangee (USA) and Arie Wardhani (Indonesia). Click here for more info.
Date and time: 13 April (Saturday) until 14 April (Sunday), 10.00 a.m. – 6.00 p.m.
Venue: Ground floor, DPULZE Shopping Centre, Cyberjaya
11. Sayur In The City: School Holiday Programme April 2019
Expose your child to the wonderful world of nature and animals! Don’t let living in the city and the normalities of living in an urban setting deter your children from connecting with nature.
The outdoor activities are designed to hone a child’s creativity through learning how to grow food and more. Your child will not only learn how to grow their food, but also learn how to care for their bodies and eat healthily, be independent by prepping their own fresh lunch daily, as well as have a better sense of appreciation for nature. Click here for more info and here to register.
Date and time: 15 April (Monday) until 24 April (Wednesday), 9.00 a.m. – 2.00 p.m.
Venue: Eats, Shoots, & Roots, Bukit Damansara
Fee: RM120 (1 day)/child, RM340 (3 days)/child, RM630 (6 days)/child
Additional information: The programme is suitable for aged 4 to 8 and inclusive of lunch, which will be cooked with the kids.
12. The Lost Egg Hunt (2D1N Camping Trip)
Celebrate Easter with a fun-filled camping trip for the family. Parents and children will learn to work together in teams as they hunt for the ‘lost egg’! It’s also a great way to learn basic outdoor skills like pitching your own tent, being responsible during night walks, and cultivate the love for stargazing.
Date and time: 20 April (Saturday) until 21 April (Sunday), check-in at 1.30 p.m. on 20 April (Saturday) and check-out at noon on 21 April (Sunday).
Venue: Janda Baik, Pahang
Click here for more information.
13. Activities at ILHAM Gallery in April
Art Discovery Tour
On an Art Discovery Tour, children will get to know the current exhibition at ILHAM gallery through a guided tour and a hands-on art session. Suitable for children aged 5 to 12 (accompanied by a parent), mature 4-year olds who have attended previous tours/programmes can be considered. Please contact info@ilhamgallery.com for more information, or check their website.
Date and times: 2 April (Tuesday), 10.00 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. and 3.00 p.m. – 5.30 p.m.
Fee: RM30/child, free for accompanying parents and guardians
What Lies Above The Sky? (Storytelling and Mixed-Media Galaxy Inspired Painting)
Conducted by award-winning author-illustrator-storyteller, Nor Azhar Ishak is a children’s storytelling session followed by a mixed-media painting activity where children will create their own original artwork inspired by the galaxy. This activity is suitable for children aged 6 to 12 (accompanied by a parent).
Date and time: 20 April (Saturday), 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Fee: RM65/child, includes media kit
DIY T- Shirt Iron-On Workshop
Make your own iron-on t-shirts and learn about heat transfers in printing. This activity is suitable for children aged 4 to 12 (children below 9 years must be accompanied by a parent).
Date and times: 9 April (Tuesday), 10.30 a.m. – 11.30 a.m. and 3.30 p.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Fee: RM45/child, children can bring their own t-shirts or purchase one at the workshop for an additional RM8
Making Modern Art with Magnets
Create magnets inspired by modern art! This activity is suitable for children aged 3 to 5 (accompanied by a parent).
Date and time: 17 April (Wednesday), 10.30 a.m. – 11.30 a.m.
Fee: RM45/child
3D Glasses Workshop
Discover the use of colours, colour filters, and make your own 3D glasses. This activity is suitable for children aged 4 to 12 (children below 9 years must be accompanied by a parent).
Date and time: 17 April (Wednesday), 3.30 p.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Fee: RM45/child
Art- Inspired Coding Project
A coding workshop for children aged 5 to 8, inspired by Easter: Peter Rabbit Easter Egg Hunt.
Date and time: 21 April (Sunday), 2.00 p.m. – 3.30 p.m.
Fee: RM80/child
14. Code Juniors Activities
Explorer Juniors Coding Camp
Here’s a chance for children aged 9 to 15 to learn the basics of coding/computer programming. Students will get to explore game development with Scratch programming, program a pocket-sized Micro:bit and build mobile apps using App Inventor. The camp is over a duration of 3 days and you can register here.
Date and time: 8 April (Monday) until 10 April (Wednesday), 9.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Venue: Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur
Fee: RM445
A learning camp for the younger kiddos, aged 5 to 8. The camp introduces the concept that technology is a creator’s tool by using easy-to-learn, engaging, and educational technology kits and visual programming courses. Children will learn to code with the child-friendly MIT and Google visual block programming too! Register here.
Camp 1
Date and time: 8 April (Monday) until 10 April (Wednesday), 9.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Venue: Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur
Fee: RM445
Camp 2
Date and time: 18 April (Monday) until 19 April (Wednesday), 9.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Venue: Arkadia, Desa Parkcity
Fee: RM300
Combo Scratch 3.0 and Micro:bit Holiday Camp
In this camp, students will explore basic game design and development with Scratch. They will also program a pocket-sized Micro:bit used as the controller for their games. Register here.
Camp 1
Date and time: 15 April (Monday) until 17 April (Wednesday), 9.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Venue: Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur
Fee: RM445 + RM84 for 1 set of Micro:bit (normal price RM120, 30% discount)
Lego Robotics Camp
Here’s a creative camp for children aged 6 to 10! They can learn to code with exciting challenges as well as bring their own personality to their creations. A total of five different models with functions like sensors, SFX, and movements will be used to give their LEGO model a life of its own! Register here.
Camp 1
Date and time: 11 April (Thursday) until 12 April (Friday), 10.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Venue: Arkadia, Desa Parkcity
Fee: RM495
Camp 2
Date and time: 15 April (Monday) until 17 April (Wednesday), 1.30 p.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Venue: Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur
Fee: RM495
Phyton Camp
Phyton is an ideal language to have in any programmer’s stack. It is used for everything from web development to software development and even scientific applications. Although this course is for beginners aged 10 to 15, typing skills are required as a prerequisite. Register here.
Date and time: 15 April (Monday) to 17 April (Wednesday), 9.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Venue: Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur
Fee: RM495
Note for all Code Juniors classes:
All classes are taught in English
What to bring: Android tab, iPad, or laptop (few backups are available on a first come, first serve basis)
Breakfast will be provided for morning sessions
Snacks will be provided for the afternoon sessions
Special Coding Events
Peter Rabbit Easter Egg Hunt at Arkadia, Desa Parkcity. Join the fun and go on a coding mission to hunt for all the Easter eggs! The hunt is suitable for children aged 5 to 8.
Date and time: 19 April (Friday), 2 p.m. – 3.30 p.m.
Venue: Arkadia, Desa Parkcity
Register here.
15. Backyard Birding
This activity introduces its participants to the beauty and fascinating ways of bird watching. Led by an expert from the Malaysian Nature Society (MNS), the activity will teach participants how to use binoculars the proper way and identify various types of bird species by using the field guide. This activity is suitable for children aged 5 and up (accompanied by a parent). More info here.
Date and time: 27 April (Saturday), 7.30 a.m. – 11.30 a.m.
Venue: FRIM – MNS Nature Education Centre, FRIM Kepong
Fee: RM85 for 1st child, RM65 per child for 2nd, 3rd, etc. and RM45 per parent; fee includes insurance, meal, FRIM entrance fee, activity equipment, and MNS facilitators included
16. Chemical Engineering @ EFK Center, Sri Hartamas
Dive into the world of chemical reactions! Discover how certain reactions can create some really cool and mysterious elements during the program. The classes will introduce young engineers to fundamental concepts of solids, liquids, and solutions.
Date and time: Every Saturday until 27 April (Saturday) at these time slots – 10 a.m. – 11.30 a.m./12 p.m. – 1.30 p.m.
Venue: EFK Centre @ Sri Hartamas
Price: RM440 (8 sessions), RM250 (4 sessions), and RM70 (single session). Free trial class for new students
For more details, click here or email info@efk.com.my
17. Robotics 101 @ Me.reka, Publika Shopping Gallery
Students aged 4 to 14 get to work in teams to plan, build, test, and modify their own robotic creations! LEGO EV3 or LEGO Education WeDo is used to help creative minds put mathematical concepts to the test as they develop better knowledge robotics, computer programming and engineering principles along the way.
Date and time: Every Sunday until 28 April (Sunday), at these time slots – 12.00 p.m. – 1.30 p.m./2.30 p.m. – 4.00 p.m./4.00 p.m. – 5.30 p.m.
Venue: Me.reka, Publika Shopping Gallery
Price: RM440 (8 sessions), RM250 (4 sessions), and RM70 (single session). Free trial class every first Sunday of the month for new students
For more details, click here or email info@efk.com.my
18. Project Haans for Autism Awareness 2019
This event is organised by a Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) student together with Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur in conjunction with Autism Awareness Month in April. It will consist of forums, a sensory demonstration by Occupational Therapists and a bazaar by Autism Café Project Malaysia.
Forum topics are: Parenting a Child with Autism – The Journey and Job Matching, Job Coaching & Inclusion. To find out more about this event, visit the Project Haans for Autism Awareness social media pages Facebook and Instagram. To RSVP for this event, kindly fill up the google form here or email projecthaans27@gmail.com.
Date and time: 27 April (Saturday) at 8:45 am – 12:00 pm
Venue: Auditorium, Level 9, Block A, Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur
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