Everything you need to know before heading to YSDAF 2025 Urban Tour’s final stop at Elmina Lakeside Mall on 9 August 2025 which is also the 2025 festival’s Grand Finale.
FAQ
What kind of activities do you have?
YSDAF 2025 Urban Tour’s final stop boasts an evening programming with 80+ arts activities by over 300 award-winning artistes from 4.00pm to 11.00pm. Most of the performances are bite-sized i.e. 20-minute shows while workshops are 30 – 45 minutes long.
The activities will take place at multiple spaces along the mall as well as outdoors in the park. Expect a varied lineup from the traditional to the contemporary and across the different genres including music, dance, theatre and visual arts.
Do I need tickets?
No, true to YSDAF tradition – each activity is free of charge and no tickets are needed so that more Malaysians, especially first-timers, can enjoy the arts. However, workshop capacity is limited. There will be some pre-registration slots and some walk-in slots on a first come, first served basis.
How do I find out more about the programme?
Browse the Festival Lineup to read more about the activities and artistes involved. The Festival Schedule will be released closer to the festival date. Don’t forget to pick up a Programme Guide with a map and full schedule on the event day.
What should I do if I didn’t manage to pre-register for the workshop?
There are limited walk-in slots. Proceed to the workshop location at least 15 minutes prior and join the walk-in queue (first come, first served). If those who pre-registered drop out, more spots may open up. Apart from workshops, each Handyzone booth also offers all-day long activities that do not require registration – feel free to check those out too.
Are the festival activities suitable for kids?
Yes, kids will enjoy the wide-ranging activities or one can simply chill and enjoy the beautiful grounds including outdoor park. Let them experience as much as possible without worrying whether they will enjoy or ‘get it’ – it is a good chance to expose them to different art forms.
Is the event accessible?
Festival Ambassadors will also be on duty to assist Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) from the main drop off. Read on for a full access guide for transportation, PWD and families with young children.
Is there an ATM on site?
Yes there is an ATM on site.
What food options are there?
Elmina Lakeside Mall boasts approximately 50 F&B outlets ranging from fast food chains to coffee and dessert shops as well as family favourites like Nando’s, Kenny Hills Bakers and more.
What should I bring?
As the festival takes place across a widespread area, best to wear comfortable shoes, be prepared for different weather conditions and pack what you need such as rain coat, portable fans, containers and cutlery for food and drinks. If you plan to chill outdoors, it might be a good idea to bring your own picnic chairs!
ESSENTIAL INFO
Festival Stages
The Festival takes advantage of the indoor and outdoor spaces at Elmina Lakeside Mall.
In the mall area, the Festival begins with the Handyzone and Fun Zone with hands-on workshops, games and prizes to be won outside the Sales Gallery, buskers curated by Stage ReSet as well as other Festival Highlights at Stage One and Stage Two, an interactive visual arts experience at The Alley as well as more activities on The Floating Island facing the mall.
In the park, there will be the Main Stage with a lineup of bands curated by Soundscape Records, site-specific performances, outdoor art installations by Malaysian Institute of Art and other artistes.
Transportation
Self-Drive:
Elmina Lakeside Mall is accessible by GCE, LATAR, ELITE, NKVE and LDP. There is cashless paid parking in front of the mall as well as additional free open-air parking at different zones in the vicinity of the mall.
YSDAF Shuttle Van:
Free YSDAF shuttle van service will ferry festival goers to and from the various open-air parking zones at 15-minute intervals (depending on traffic) to the mall. Look for the shuttle van with YSDAF window stickers.
E-Hailing:
You can also use an e-hailing service to get to Elmina Lakeside Mall.
Disability Access
Elmina Lakeside Mall has a single level layout which is largely accessible.
PWDs can be dropped off at the mall area. There are limited designated parking lots for PWDs in front of the mall.
There are ramps at both ends of the mall leading to the outdoor park area. There is an accessible washroom in the mall area and additional accessible portaloo near Handyzone and the outdoor Main Stage. An elevated viewing deck is available for wheelchair users to enjoy the Main Stage concert.
Families with Young Children
There is a baby room with diaper-changing table, water dispenser and nursing chair near the Jaya Grocer end of the mall. There is a playground in the mall area as well as a larger one outdoors in the park area (Harimau Malaya Playground).
Festival Ambassadors
Festival Ambassadors are a dedicated team of volunteers to assist Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). They will be stationed at the main drop-offs and around the festival area.
If you require assistance from a Festival Ambassador, please proceed to our Festival Information Counter at Main Hall.
Emergency
In case of emergency, approach one of our Festival staff or proceed to our Festival Information Counter. There are first-aiders with ambulances on standby for the event as well as RELA personnel on duty.