Everything you need to know before heading to YSDAF 2025 Urban Tour at KL East Mall.
FAQ
What kind of activities do you have?
From 11.00am to 5.30pm, there’ll be 30 arts activities ranging from shows to workshops by over 250 award-winning artistes. In addition, there will also be site-specific performances as well as pop-up acts by street performers.
Expect a varied lineup from the traditional to the contemporary and across the different genres including music, dance, theatre and visual arts. Apart from the anchor shows, most of the performances are bite-sized i.e. 20-minute shows while workshops are 30 – 45 minutes long.
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, online pre-registration will be required for workshops due to the capacity limit.
How do I find out more about the programme or register for the workshops?
Browse the Festival Lineup or Schedule. To register for a workshop, find the listing for the activity, scroll down and hit the ‘Book Now’ button.
Is the event accessible?
Yes, the mall is accessible via public transport and is PWD as well as kid-friendly. Festival Ambassadors will also be on duty to assist Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Read on for full access guide for transportation, PWD and families with young children.
ESSENTIAL INFO
Festival Stages
Activities will be taking place from 11.00am to 5.30pm across three locations within the mall:
- Main Stage at Level G1 (Main Atrium)
- Stage One at Level G2 (in front of Harvey Norman)
- Stage Two at Level G3 (in front of 4Fingers)
Transportation
Self-Drive:
Mall parking available using cashless payment including designated lots for PWD with blue signage on the pillars. Valet service available at Main Entrance. If mall parking is full, alternative parking available at LRT Gombak station and Terminal Gombak Bersepadu (TBG).
Train:
LRT Gombak station is located 800m from the mall or approximately 15-minute walk via a partially-covered walkway and pedestrian bridge that connects to Level G2 Ole Ole Bali. Alternatively, hop onto a YSDAF Shuttle Van.
YSDAF Shuttle Van:
Hop onto our free YSDAF shuttle van service that will ferry festival goers from LRT Gombak station to and from KL East Mall (Back Entrance – Level G3 near KFry). This service will operate from 10:00am until 6:00pm at 15-minute intervals (depending on traffic).
As you exit the LRT station, turn left and walk to the end of the path to look for a van with YSDAF window sticker.
Rapid On-Demand Van:
You may also book a Rapid KL On-Demand van that will drop you off at McDonald’s. Take the pedestrian bridge to enter the mall at Level G2 Ole Ole Bali.
E-Hailing:
Do select KL East Mall – Main Entrance to be dropped off at Level G1 which will take you directly to the Main Stage.
Disability Access
There are designated parking lots for PWDs at each level (Basement 1, 2, 3) indicated clearly in blue on the pillar. There are washrooms for PWDs at each level and no steps within mall area.
Wheelchairs available for loan from mall concierge at Level G1 (limited quantity).
Families with Young Children
There are baby changing rooms on each level and nursing rooms at Level LG. Strollers can be loaned from mall concierge (limited quantity).
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 mall.
If you require assistance from a Festival Ambassador, please proceed to our Festival Information Counter at Main Stage at Level G1 (Main Atrium).
Recycling
There are recycling bins around the mall. There is a big recycling drop off on Level G3 for battery, toys, paper, tin, plastic, glass, fabric etc.
Emergency
In case of emergency, approach one of our Festival staff or proceed to our Festival Information Counter at Main Stage at Level G1 (Main Atrium). There are first-aiders with ambulances on standby for the event as well as RELA personnel on duty.