Rock In The City 2026

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)

Secret Signal (Brunei)

Post Mortem Education (Malaysia)

Day 2 • Sunday, 30 August 2026

BARBARIK (Malaysia)

Fearless (Malaysia/Indonesia)

Senseless (Malaysia)

Rock In The City is more than just a concert — it is a gathering for rock fans, music lovers, and concertgoers who want to experience a powerful regional line-up live in Kuching.

With artists from Malaysia, Brunei, and Indonesia, plus performances by local bands, the event brings together different generations of rock fans under one roof. Whether you are coming for the nostalgia, the live energy, or the chance to see your favourite bands perform in Kuching, Rock In The City promises a night filled with music, memories, and a true concert atmosphere.

Secure your tickets early and be part of Rock In The City 2026. Tickets on sale 16 June 2026 at Saratic.