Art of Speed 2026 returns to MAEPS on August 1-2 with biggest festival yet

The 15th edition of Malaysia’s premier Kustom & Counter Culture festival promises international custom builders, exclusive motorcycles, SoundCircus Festival and Hot Wheels Collectors Convention.

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Art of Speed (AOS), Malaysia’s largest annual Kustom & Counter Culture festival, is set to return for its landmark 15th edition at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) on 1-2 August 2026, promising its biggest celebration yet.

Carrying the theme “Summer Festival – Kustom Bergaya”, this year’s edition will occupy more than 452,000 sq ft of indoor exhibition space alongside 320 acres of outdoor grounds, bringing together custom motorcycles, modified cars, live music, lifestyle brands and international automotive icons under one roof.

Liberty Walk Headlines International Guest List

One of the biggest highlights this year is the first-ever appearance of legendary Japanese tuner Liberty Walk at Art of Speed, alongside an impressive list of internationally renowned names from the custom motorcycle and automotive scene.

Among the guests attending are representatives from MOONEYES Japan, Vise Clothing, Hawgholic, DicE Magazine, and Hot Wheels Premium, as well as builders and artists from Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan, Singapore, Brunei and the Philippines.

Rare Harley-Davidsons and International Custom Cars

Motorcycle enthusiasts will have the opportunity to see two iconic Harley-Davidson customs from Japan making their way to Malaysia.

They include a 1945 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead built by Hawgholic and a 1966 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead by Vise Clothing, alongside an exclusive showcase of custom cars from Thailand and Taiwan in conjunction with Liberty Walk’s participation.

Invitational Build-Off Returns

Another major attraction is the return of the AOS Invitational Build-Off, where eight of Malaysia’s top custom motorcycle builders will compete for cash prizes and the opportunity to showcase their winning motorcycle at the 34th Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2026 in Japan.

This year’s builders are:

• Chaos Custom
• Valley Machines
• Rocketeer Custom Art
• Bad Soul Cycle Custom
• Mujo Joros
• AR Choppers
• Fazben Custom
• Sedarah MC

SoundCircus Festival Gets Even Bigger

Music will once again play a major role through the SoundCircus Festival (SCF), which expands to six stages spread across both indoor and outdoor areas at MAEPS.

Running from 3.00 pm until midnight on both days, the lineup includes:

• Ella x Cokelat
• Hujan
• Sheila Majid
• Nadin Amizah
• Tenxi
• Disagree
• Johnny Pandora
• Dannqrack & Eemrun

SoundCircus tickets are sold separately, with General Admission starting from RM149, while one-day passes are available from RM89.

Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia returns 

The fourth Official Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia (HWCCM) will once again be held inside Hall C, bringing together collectors and enthusiasts from around the region.

A major highlight is the exclusive Hot Wheels Nissan Skyline GT-R V·Spec II (BNR34) collector model. Each unit features an individual serial number and officially licensed Nissan branding together with authentic Motul and Yokohama decals.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to meet Ronald Wong, Lead Product Designer for Hot Wheels Premium, whose portfolio includes models such as the Nissan Skyline GT-R V·Spec II (BNR34), 1997 McLaren F1 GTR and Honda Civic Type R.

Hall C will additionally feature a special Nissan Skyline GT-R display in collaboration with the Malaysia Skyline Owners Group (MSOG).

Additional Activities Throughout Art of Speed 2026

Beyond the custom motorcycles, cars and live performances, Art of Speed 2026 will offer a wide range of activities across the MAEPS grounds throughout the two-day festival.

Motorcycle enthusiasts can head to the outdoor ThunderCircus area, where the popular Brotherhood Rally returns to bring together motorcycle clubs and riding communities from across Malaysia and neighbouring countries. The outdoor space will also host a mega ride-in featuring various motorcycle groups, making it one of the main gathering points for riders during the weekend.

Visitors can also attend the annual Kustom & Koffee Talk, hosted by automotive journalist Daniel Sherman Fernandez (DSF) alongside international panellists, where discussions will cover the latest trends and developments in the motorcycle and automotive industries.

Those looking to get behind the handlebars can visit the dedicated Test Ride Zone, where participating brands including Royal Enfield, Vespa, Aprilia, Triumph, Lambretta, Harley-Davidson, Thunder Motorcycles and more will offer test rides on selected models.

Elsewhere, scooter enthusiasts can join the Santai Scooterist mega gathering at the Laman Tiba outdoor area, while modern and classic car owners can participate in the Car Club Gathering organised in collaboration with Qartel TV. Visitors can also enjoy the outdoor food court, Payung Kopi coffee corner and live performances by the Backdoor SoundSystem Collective throughout the weekend.

Collectors and automotive enthusiasts can browse the Automotive Flea Market for rare motorcycle and car parts, while Collectible Alley in Hall C will feature diecast models, memorabilia and collectibles from various vendors. One of the newest attractions this year is the Flying Fox, allowing visitors to zip-line above the SoundCircus concert grounds without requiring a SoundCircus ticket. Product launches and complimentary snack samples from sponsoring partners will also take place on the main stage across both days.

RM80,000 Worth of Prizes Up for Grabs

Visitors can also participate in the returning Kembara Passport challenge by collecting stamps from participating exhibitors and sponsors throughout the event.

Those who complete all required checkpoints stand a chance to win prizes worth RM80,000, including a custom motorcycle by Thunder Motorcycles, a specially modified Honda HR-V, and a Vespa S 125.

Ticket information

Weekend Early Bird passes are currently available online for RM35, while the normal weekend admission price is RM40. Children below 12 years old and OKU card holders can enter free of charge.

The exhibition halls will be open from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm on both event days. Visitors may also purchase VIP valet parking for RM30 per day.

Festival celebrates 15-year milestone

Art of Speed Malaysia Festival Director Asep Ahmad Iskandar described the 15th anniversary as a significant milestone for the event.

He said this year’s edition represents the fulfilment of a long-term vision to combine automotive culture with a world-class live music festival while bringing internationally recognised names such as Liberty Walk to Malaysia for the first time.

Asep also highlighted the appearance of Japanese custom builders Yoshiki Okubo and Yokomizo Gaku, who will be showcasing their renowned Harley-Davidson custom motorcycles during the festival.

For more information and ticket purchases, visitors can head to the official Art of Speed website ahead of the two-day event in Serdang.