Two Days. Six Bands. One Unforgettable Rock Experience.
Kuching, get ready to turn the volume all the way up as Rock In The City 2026 returns bigger than ever with a 2-day international rock festival happening on 29 & 30 August 2026 at Kuching Waterfront Esplanade.
For the first time, rock fans in Sarawak will experience two consecutive nights of powerful live performances featuring acclaimed bands from Indonesia, Brunei, and Malaysia. Whether you’re into nostalgic anthems, alternative rock, hard rock, or heavy metal, Rock In The City promises an unforgettable weekend filled with electrifying music, passionate fans, and an incredible festival atmosphere.
Presented as a celebration of rock music across Malaysia, Brunei, and Indonesia, Rock In The City will feature an exciting main stage line-up led by PETERPAN featuring ARDA from Indonesia, alongside Barbarik, Secret Signal from Brunei, Fearless from Malaysia/Indonesia, Post Mortem Education and Senseless from Malaysia.
Event Details
Event: Rock In The City 2026
Date: 29 & 30 August 2026 (Saturday & Sunday)
Venue: Kuching Waterfront Esplanade
Organised By: Authentic Ideas and Event Enterprise
Supported By: Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak, Tourism Malaysia, Visit Malaysia 2026, and Sarawak More To Discover
The Line-Up
PETERPAN featuring ARDA — Indonesia
Headlining the night, PETERPAN featuring ARDA will bring a nostalgic and emotional rock experience to fans in Kuching. Known for songs that have shaped the Indonesian music scene, this performance is expected to be one of the biggest highlights of the night.
Secret Signal — Brunei
Representing Brunei, Secret Signal will take the main stage with their own identity and sound, adding a strong regional flavour to the Rock In The City line-up.
Fearless — Malaysia/Indonesia
Fearless brings a bold rock presence to the stage, combining energy, attitude, and powerful performance style for the crowd.
Senseless — Malaysia
Opening the main stage programme, Senseless will kick off the night with a strong Malaysian rock performance to set the mood for the concert.
Day 1 • Saturday, 29 August 2026
PETERPAN featuring ARDA (Indonesia)
Headlining the opening night, PETERPAN featuring ARDA brings timeless Indonesian rock hits back to the stage. Fans can expect an emotional sing-along experience filled with songs that have defined a generation.
Secret Signal (Brunei)
One of Brunei’s exciting rock acts, Secret Signal delivers powerful performances and modern rock energy, making them a perfect addition to the festival line-up.
Post Mortem Education (Malaysia)
Representing Malaysia, Post Mortem Education will open the festival with their unique blend of alternative rock and energetic live performance
Day 2 • Sunday, 30 August 2026
BARBARIK (Malaysia)
Get ready for an explosive night as legendary Malaysian heavy metal band Barbarik takes over the stage with their signature high-energy performance and iconic metal sound.
Fearless (Malaysia/Indonesia)
Fearless combines modern rock influences with an energetic stage presence that keeps audiences engaged from start to finish.
Senseless (Malaysia)
Closing out the festival line-up, Senseless brings powerful vocals, heavy guitar riffs, and an electrifying performance that perfectly wraps up Rock In The City 2026.
Rock In The City 2026 is set to become one of Kuching’s biggest rock festivals, bringing together legendary names and emerging talents from across Southeast Asia for one epic weekend.
Secure your tickets early and be part of Rock In The City 2026. Tickets on sale 16 June 2026 at Saratic.
