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If you’re seeking holiday programmes, indoor activities to beat the heat, or outdoor adventures to enjoy the beauty of nature, explore our curated list this July! Keep your children entertained, engaged, and smiling all month long.
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Music, Dance, Theatre and Games
- Reflections, Mahavidya Dance Theatre
- WVC Jazz at Lit Books
- PKMY Jump & Dash Challenge 2024, O-Zone Games Junior
- Royal Selangor Jazz Festival, Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
- TWISTED, Big Nose Productions and The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac)
Arts and Crafts, and Cooking Workshops
- Art Discovery Tours, ILHAM Gallery
- Leather Craft Workshop, Phrygian Acraft Crafted & Curated Goods
- Ladies Art Retreat, Spiritual Artist Collective and Tirtha Quddus
- Texture Art Workshop for Kids, Arkateori Texture Art
- Puppet Workshop For Kids, Hush The Theatre KL
- Child Kitchen Workshop, IPPUDO Malaysia
Make a Date with Nature
- Life as a Paddy Farmer, Mad About Education
- Penang Hill Festival 2024
- Junior Rainforest Exploration at Penang Hill
Family-friendly Festivals!
Summer Camps
- Art Summer Camp, Meraki Studio Malaysia
- Urban Summer Jungle Camp, Kamileon X
- KIDS Rhythm and Movement Camp, Capoeira Cordão de Ouro Malaysia
- Radiant Summer Camps, Radiant Camps
Others
Music, Dance and Theatre
Reflections, Mahavidya Dance Theatre
Be treated to a multi-genre performance that combines theatre, Indian classical and folk dances, and stunning multimedia projections.“Reflections” is presented by Mahavidya Dance Theatre, a non-profit organisation dedicated to teaching performing arts to underprivileged children in Klang Valley and providing them with performance opportunities.
- Date: 5th and 6th July 2024
- Time: 8.00pm
- Price: RM38 per pax
- Venue: Damansara Performing Arts Centre (DPAC), Empire Damansara, Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya
WVC Jazz at Lit Books
Join Lit Books for a celebration of Malaysia’s rich and diverse musical heritage, performed by one of the country’s top jazz ensembles, WVC Jazz. There will be a selection of music from The Malaysian Real Book, a comprehensive repertoire of local jazz and popular music. Get your tickets here.
- Date: 10th and 11th July 2024
- Time: 8.00pm
- Price: RM60
- Venue: Lit Books, Tropicana Avenue, Petaling Jaya
PKMY Jump & Dash Challenge 2024, O-Zone Games Junior
Put the kids to the test with racing competitions and mini workshops. From fun obstacles, to parkour and ‘ninja warrior’-type challenges, kids are sure to be challenged. Check out the type of obstacles here. Register here and get a discounted early bird price, especially for makchic readers!
- Date: 12th to 14th July 2024
- Time: 10.00am to 8.00pm
- Price: RM50 for all 3 days (Early bird rate – exclusively for makchic readers, register here.) Normal price RM75.
- Age: 6 to 12 years old
- Venue: Central i-City, Shah Alam
Royal Selangor Jazz Festival, Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
Calling all jazz fans! Come enjoy jazz music at its finest with up to 17 bands, as well as jazz film screenings, quizzes, some yummy food, special offers and more. Get your tickets here.
- Date: 14 July 2024
- Time: 10.00am to 10.00pm
- Price: RM150 per person
- Venue: Royal Selangor Visitor Centre, Setapak Jaya, Kuala Lumpur
TWISTED, Big Nose Productions and The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac)
In TWISTED, well-known characters from different fairy tales are intertwined into a new plot, giving the stories and the characters a contemporary twist. Purchase your tickets here.
- Date: 18th to 21st July 2024
- Time: 8.00pm (18th to 20th July); 3.00pm (20th and 21st July)
- Price: RM50 (Adult) RM30 (Kids below 12)
- Venue: Pentas 2, klpac
Arts and Crafts, and Cooking Workshops
Art Discovery Tours, ILHAM Gallery
Bring the kids over to ILHAM Gallery, and immerse them in the world of drawing, exploring topics such as why they should draw, drawing by hand on paper (versus taking a photo), how to use various mediums, and drawing as a means to capture various aspects of daily life. All this in conjunction with their exhibition: ‘Titik Garis Bentuk: Drawing as Practice’!
- Date: 3rd, 17th and 27th July 2024
- Time: 10.30am to 1.15pm
- Price: RM60 per child
- Age: 7 to 12 years old
- Venue: Ilham Gallery, Jalan Binjai, Off Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur
Leather Craft Workshop, Phrygian Acraft Crafted & Curated Goods
Open to those interested in leather crafting! Sign up and learn how to make a passport holder. There will also be insights into the leather craft industry and leather knowledge as well.
- Date: 6th July 2024
- Time: 2.00pm to 6.00pm
- Price: RM200 per pax
- Venue: Level 9, Temu Temu, GMBB, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Ladies Art Retreat, Spiritual Artist Collective and Tirtha Quddus
This two-day-one-night retreat is open to ladies from any background or traditions, who want to lean into their creative side. Join in exciting and fun community activities run by talented women, while taking in the natural surroundings of Janda Baik. Details of the full programme can be found here.
- Date: 6th to 7th July 2024
- Price: RM 250 | RM350 | RM450 [*Pay as you can afford* | Food and accommodation included].
- Age: 15 years and above
- Venue: Tirtha Quddus Farm & Stay, Janda Baik, Pahang
Texture Art Workshop for Kids, Arkateori Texture Art
A great opportunity for kids to learn great tips on creating the perfect painting paste, spreading the base, making waves and arches, and exploring texture art.
- Date: 13th and 20th July 2024
- Time: 11.00am to 1.30pm
- Price: RM180 per pax
- Age: 8 and above
- Venue: Arkateori HQ, Emporis Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya
Puppet Workshop For Kids, Hush The Theatre KL
Let the little ones unleash their creativity and bring their own handmade puppets to life! Sign up here.
- Date: 14th July 2024
- Time: 12.00pm to 3.30pm
- Price: RM350 per child (Lunch provided)
- Age: 8 to 12 years old
- Venue: Hush The Theatre, Jalan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Child Kitchen Workshop, IPPUDO Malaysia
A hands-on experience where your kids will learn to make gyoza, sushi maki rolls and signature Shiromaru Ramen! Kids will also enjoy a complimentary three-course meal and an apron, tote bag, bandana and certificate. DM here to register.
- Date: 27th July 2024
- Time: 10.30am to 1.00pm or 3.00pm to 5.30pm
- Price: RM108 per pax
- Venue: IPPUDO Sunway Velocity Mall, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
Make a Date with Nature
Life as a Paddy Farmer, Mad About Education
Get the kids to experience life as a paddy farmer, where they will learn about paddy cultivation, plant some paddy rice, do some mud-catching and fishing, and enjoy a simple farm life at this serene agricultural landscape.
- Date: 10th July 2024
- Time: 8.30am to 4.30pm
- Price: RM210 per child
- Age: 7 to 12 years old
- Venue: Taman Agroteknologi MARDI, Tanjung Karang
Penang Hill Festival 2024
Bring the kids and help to create awareness about Penang Hill’s nature, history and cultural heritage. There will be a variety of interesting and educational programmes from workshops to exhibitions. For more information, go here.
- Date: 19th to 21st July 2024
- Time: 7.00am to 10.00pm
- Venue: Penang Hill, Penang
Junior Rainforest Exploration at Penang Hill
Watch your children’s eyes light up with excitement as they encounter a wide variety of plants and trees on their walk. The kids will also get familiar with the iconic, adorable dusky langur, and will take part in seeding and tree planting activities at the Maingaya Garden. Register here.
- Date: 21st July 2024
- Time: 9.00am to 12.00pm
- Price: RM30 per child
- Age: 5 to 15 years old
- Meeting Point: Dataran, Penang Hill
Family-friendly Festivals!
Bon Odori 2024
Attracting huge crowds almost every year, this event is a popular celebration of all things Japanese. Bring the family for a night of Japanese culture as you enjoy the traditional performances, rhythmic beats of the drums and delicious Japanese food!
- Date: 20th July 2024
- Time: 7.00pm to 9.30pm
- Venue: Panasonic Sports Complex Shah Alam, Selangor
Weekend Picnic, Pasar Seloka
The follow-up to their successful Weekend Picnic in June! Come for a day of eating, shopping and fun with booths selling preloved treasures, yummy food and awesome crafts.
- Date: 20th and 21st July 2024
- Time: 10.00am to 6.00pm
- Venue: Menara Mustapha Kamal, PJ Trade Centre, Petaling Jaya
Summer Camps
Art Summer Camp, Meraki Studio Malaysia
If your kids love to draw and want to learn new techniques, sign them up here. Sketching sessions, life drawings and gallery visits will be the focus of this camp. Each student will receive a sketchbook, drawing pencils, pastel pencils and light snacks. DM to book.
- Date: 9th to 11th July 2024
- Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm
- Price: RM250 per day
- Venue: Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur
Urban Summer Jungle Camp, Kamileon X
Packed with exciting activities for the young ones to keep them moving, from gymnastics and parkour! There will also be arts and crafts sessions, as well as snack breaks.
- Date: 13th July to 1st August 2024
- Days: Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays
- Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm
- Price: Contact 013-7615459
- Age: 4 years and above
- Venue: KamileonX, Level 2 The Grange@Ampwalk, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
KIDS Rhythm and Movement Camp, Capoeira Cordão de Ouro Malaysia
Sign the kids up for some exploration with movement and balance through House Dance, Hip Hop and the Brazilian martial art form, Capoeira. Young learners will have fun with rhythm and music by experimenting with drums, shakers, and other percussion instruments.
- Date: 21st July 2024
- Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm
- Price: RM200 per child
- Age: 7 to 14 years old
- Venue: Cordão de Ouro Malaysia, Section 14, Petaling Jaya
Radiant Summer Camps, Radiant Camps
Summer camps for kids aged 8 to 18 years old. Let them enjoy the great outdoors with exciting activities and a chance to forge new friendships along the way. For more details and a look at the itinerary, go here.
Starter Camp
- Date: 31st July to 2nd August 2024
- Price: RM650 per camper
- Age: 8 to 13 years old
- Venue: Janda Baik, Pahang
Wilderness Camp
- Date: 31st July to 2nd August 2024
- Price: RM900 per camper
- Age: 12 to 18 years old
- Venue: Janda Baik, Pahang
Marine Adventure Camp
- Date: 30th July to 2nd August 2024
- Price: RM990 per camper
- Age: 12 to 18 years old
- Venue: Penyabong, Johor
Others
Potty Training for Children with Autism
Mable Lai, a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst with 15 years of experience working with special needs children, will lead this workshop. If you are a parent with a child on the spectrum, under six years old and who is yet to be toilet trained, consider signing up for the session.
- Date: 14th July 2024
- Time: 9.00am to 12.00pm
- Price: RM150 per pax | RM250 for 2 pax
- Venue: Janet Lee Gallery, Cheras Business Centre, Kuala Lumpur
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