The Titiwangsa Pavilion Competition returns for its 3rd consecutive year in 2026, continuing its tradition of enhancing Kuala Lumpur’s iconic Titiwangsa Lake Gardens. Since its reopening in 2019 following extensive redevelopment, the park has become a treasured recreational and cultural destination, welcoming visitors of all ages and backgrounds, including persons with special needs and diverse income groups. Open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., the park offers a vibrant setting for leisure, culture and community engagement.
Entrants are invited to submit conceptual sketches for preliminary selection. Successful Entrants will be notified of their designated pavilion locations in proximity to the performance stage area (Astaka).
The event is organised in partnership with DBKL and supported by Tourism Malaysia.
A non-refundable entry fee of RM108.00 including 8% SST (Ringgit Malaysia One Hundred and Eight Only) shall apply to each submission.
Five (5) selected winners:
RM10,000 per pavilion
Seven (7) selected winners:
The event timeline shall be as follows:
| ACTIVITIES | DATES* |
|---|---|
| Open Call | January 17, 2026 |
| End of Registration | March 1, 2026 |
| Submission Deadline | March 27, 2026 |
| Judging | April 1, 2026 |
| Pavillion Designer Announcement | April 18, 2026 |
| Construction Period | April - May 2026 |
| Pavilion Exhibition | June - December 2026 |
| Dismantling | December 7, 2026 |
*KLAF Committee reserves the right to amend or change the above schedule without prior notice.
The Selection Committee shall be nominated by the Convenor and approved by KLAF2026 Curators, and will comprise the following:
Master Juror
Jun Ong