This Mothers Day is the perfect time to slow down, enjoy a day out with your mum, and explore something creative together through the arts.

If you’re wondering where to go, here’s a list of hands-on activities and events around the Klang Valley that will make this Mother’s Day weekend truly memorable. From terrazzo crafts and drawing jams to a lively morning picnic concert and a film-music spectacle, there’s something to delight every kind of creative spirit.

LETTERPRESS WORKSHOP: THE LOSTPRINTS COMMUNITY

Venue: Lostgens, Level 3, Jalan Panggung, Kuala Lumpur

Date: open Wednesdays to Sundays

For mums who appreciate a touch of retro charm, this letterpress session offers a throwback to the days of analogue printing. The workshop – available as a one-hour taster or a more immersive three-hour session – lets you design and print your own type composition using vintage printing machines and alphabet blocks.

No prior experience is needed; the friendly team will guide you through each step, from typesetting to rolling out your final print. Make a card, design a print, and go bold with a poster. It’s a wholesome, surprisingly satisfying activity that’s easy to enjoy together.

The Lostprints Community is as much about mastering letterpress technique as it is about having fun with a creative, arty edge – making it a perfect space to play, explore, and learn.

Tucked inside the Lostgens’ space in downtown KL, the venue adds a dose of indie cool to the whole experience.

If you’re after a quick, creative activity that results in a one-of-a-kind gift, this one’s definitely worth booking ahead.

More info here.

MUSIC: 'MUSIC PLAY DATE'

Venue: Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPac), Kuala Lumpur

Date: May 11, 10am

Here’s a wonderful outdoor plan if you’re craving some Mothers Day fun in the sun. KLPac’s Music Play Date series is a relaxed concert experience under a shady banyan tree. Its designed to welcome newcomers, especially families with children, to enjoy live music in a laid-back, friendly atmosphere.

As part of its 20th birthday celebrations, KLPac is offering a special sneak peek of Salam Konnichiwa, the upcoming September concert by the KLPac Symphonic Band. This edition of Music Play Date is sure to delight anime fans (maybe your mum’s one of them!) with familiar favourites from My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, tunes from Yoasobi and more.

There’s no need to book tickets or dress up – just pack a picnic mat and settle in for an easygoing morning of music and community. Audience members can jump in, clap along, dance, and even bring their own DIY instruments to join in the fun.

Admission is free – just bring the good vibes and enjoy the music.

More info here.

Grab a sketchbook, pick a colour from the ‘drawing pot luck,’ and get creative in this sketch jam inspired by film and music. Photo: Temu House

SKETCH JAM: JOM LOOKIS! DRAWING CLUB

Venue: Temu House, Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Date: May 11, 3pm

Got a mum who likes to doodle, draw, or sketch? The Jom Lookis! Drawing Club at Temu House is all about free expression. No pressure, no perfection, just pens, pencils, and imagination.

Facilitated by artist Sarah Radzi - selected for the Khazanah Arts Residency Programme in London last year - the (ticketed) session at Temu House promises a free-spirited day of drawing without boundaries. Currently working with painting and drawing, Sarah’s practice explores the relationship between identity and personal space.

This isn't your typical art class, it's more like a drawing jam session. Everyone brings their own materials (though there’s a communal "drawing potluck" for sharing), and you’re encouraged to sketch from observation, memory, or pure fantasy.

While you're at Temu House, take in the artworks from the Drawn To It exhibition, which features a collection of drawings inspired by popular films.

The same drawing session will also take place next Saturday (May 18) if you're planning on an extended Mothers Day celebration.

More info here.

A mother and son proudly pose with the colourful terrazzo tray they’ve created together. Photo: Shi Terrazzo Atelier

TERRAZZO WORKSHOP: THE MAKING OF THE MOTHER'S DAY BUBBLY TRAY

Venue: Shi Terrazzo Atelier, Level 2, GMBB, Kuala Lumpur

Date: May 11

If you’re looking for a bonding session that ends with something beautiful and functional, this terrazzo workshop is a good fit for Mothers Day. Participants, usually a parent and child pair get to design and create a handmade, personalised tray using the terrazzo technique, which involves mixing colourful pigments and pouring them into custom moulds.

You can also create little zodiac figures and even keychains while you wait for the tray to set. The entire experience is guided by terrazzo artist Shí Xin Lin, who has plenty of experience working with beginners, making it perfect for kids, teens, or even grown-up children treating their mum to an arty afternoon.

It’s less about perfection and more about shared creativity and colourful messes that lead to something beautiful. At the end, you’ll take home your creations – perfect for holding jewellery, makeup, or loose change. Workshops run every weekend until the end of June, but for Mothers Day weekend, early booking is recommended.

More info here.

MUSIC: MALAY GAMELAN CRASH COURSE

Venue: Gangsapura, Level 8, GMBB, Kuala Lumpur

Date: May 10, 2pm

A bit of "bronze flavour" might be a good idea for Mothers Day. If you're looking to immerse your family in local heritage, Gangsapura's "Malay Gamelan Crash Course" offers an introduction to traditional music. This three-hour workshop, designed for absolute beginners, provides a fun musical experience with authentic Malay gamelan instruments, guided every step of the way.

Participants will learn the foundational techniques, dive into the history of gamelan, and even pick up a few traditional songs. 

Gangsapura is well-known for its dedication to preserving and promoting Malay gamelan music, and its studio at GMBB serves as a cultural hub, offering various programmes that cater to all ages and skill levels.

For first-time participants, this crash course offers a unique chance to connect with old world musical traditions, while providing the family with a shared rhythm to bond over.

More info here.

MUSIC: 'LA LA LAND IN CONCERT'

Venue: Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, Kuala Lumpur

Date: May 11 and 12

This might just be the hottest concert ticket in town this weekend. If you’re lucky, you might still be able to snap up tickets for this Sunday and next Monday’s matinee shows – a perfect Mothers Day gift for a mum who loves movies and orchestral jazz music.

It’s a chance to revisit the 2016 Academy Award-winning film La La Land, written and directed by Damien Chazelle and starring Ryan Gosling (Best Actor nominee), Emma Stone (Best Actress winner), and John Legend, in a swoon-worthy live-to-film concert experience.

La La Land tells the story of a talented pianist and an aspiring actress who meet and fall in love while trying to navigate their dreams in the dazzling city of stars.

The show features a full orchestra and jazz band performing the film’s iconic soundtrack live, in sync with the movie. Expect vivid musical moments, unforgettable songs, and those dazzling piano solos – performed live on stage.

More info here.