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Attending HALFEST — Halal Fiesta Malaysia?

A step-by-step plan for Kuala Lumpur, built backwards from the goal: arrive prepared, do the expo well, get back. Event dates: August 14, 2026 – August 16, 2026.

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Now

Before you book

Visa & entry

If you need a visa, start the process well before August 14, 2026, processing can take several weeks.

Malaysia is visa-free for many nationalities for stays of up to 30–90 days (varies by passport — check the official Malaysian Immigration site). Most travellers must complete the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online within 3 days before arrival.

General guidance only, always confirm requirements with the official embassy/consulate for your nationality.

Flights

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA / KLIA2) (KUL), ~55km to centre

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang (SZB), ~20km to centre

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1–2 weeks out

Before you fly

Connectivity & money

Local SIMs (Maxis/Hotlink, CelcomDigi, U Mobile) sold at KLIA arrivals

eSIM: Airalo, Holafly and similar eSIMs cover Malaysia

Plug: Type G (UK-style 3-pin) · 240V / 50Hz

Malaysian Ringgit (MYR (RM))

Cards and e-wallets (Touch 'n Go eWallet, GrabPay) are widely accepted; carry some cash for hawker stalls and markets.

Pack for the weather, August

High ~32°C · Low ~24°C

Hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms.

Light modest clothing + umbrella.

Save before you go

📿 A prayer-times app, or use the venue timetable in Phase 3 below.

🆘 Emergency: 999 · Police 999

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During the expo

On the ground

Airport → venue & getting around

Integrated rail — MRT, LRT, Monorail and the free GOKL city bus cover the centre, all interchanging at KL Sentral.

Touch 'n Go card (buy/reload at any station) works across all rail lines and the GOKL bus.

Use Grab rather than hailing street taxis — fixed up-front pricing avoids fare disputes.

Eat, halal near the venue

  • Nasi Kandar Pelita, Jalan Ampang
  • Damascus Restaurant, Bukit Bintang
  • Restoran Yusoof dan Zakhir, Jalan Masjid India
  • Bijan Bar & Restaurant, Jalan Ceylon
  • Nasi Lemak Wanjo Kampung Baru, Kampung Baru

Prayer at the venue

DayFajrDhuhrAsrMaghribIsha
Fri 14 Aug06:0013:1816:3619:2520:32
Sat 15 Aug06:0013:1816:3619:2420:31
Sun 16 Aug06:0013:1816:3519:2420:31

Approximate (Muslim World League method), confirm locally on the day.

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A spare evening

Free time

Masjid Negara (National Mosque)

Tasik Perdana

Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad

City Centre

Masjid Putra (Putra Mosque)

Putrajaya

Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan

Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim

Kampung Baru

Kampung Baru

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The reason you came

Your goal, make the most of it

Plan your day

Check the programme on the official event page and map out the zones you want to walk.

Event details →

Is this for you?

This event is aimed at: Halal certification bodies, Food & beverage manufacturers, Foodservice & HORECA buyers, Cosmetics & personal-care brands, Beauty retailers & pharmacies, Modest-fashion brands & designers.

Travel info sources: https://www.malaysia.travel · https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac (Malaysia Digital Arrival Card) · https://www.kliaekspres.com · https://www.iamm.org.my