KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 – Kuala Lumpur is preparing for heavy traffic as around 130,000 fans are expected to attend The Weeknd’s two-night concert at National Stadium Bukit Jalil.
The concerts will take place on November 4 and 5. Each night is expected to attract about 65,000 fans.
The huge crowd is likely to cause traffic congestion around Bukit Jalil and nearby highways.
Motorists are advised to plan their journeys early. Concertgoers are also encouraged to use public transport to avoid long delays.
Major Roads Expected to Face Traffic Congestion
Several major roads and highways are expected to experience heavy traffic during the concerts.
The busiest periods are likely to be before and after each performance.
The affected routes include:
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Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS)
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Maju Expressway (MEX)
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Kuala Lumpur-Seremban Expressway
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Middle Ring Road 2 (MRR2)
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Roads surrounding Bukit Jalil National Stadium.
Motorists should allow extra travel time. They should also follow traffic signs and instructions from traffic officers.
Alternative Parking Areas for Concertgoers
Concertgoers can use alternative parking facilities to avoid congestion near the stadium.
The suggested parking locations include MRANTI Park and Calvary Convention Centre.
Meanwhile, passengers using e-hailing services should use the designated Endah Parade E-Hailing Hub.
This arrangement will help reduce traffic around the stadium entrance. It will also make pick-up and drop-off services easier.
Rapid KL Extends Train Services
Public transport is another option for fans travelling to the concert.
Rapid KL has extended selected train services on November 4 and 5 to help concertgoers return home after the performances.
Passengers using the Sri Petaling LRT Line can catch their final trains from Bukit Jalil Station before 12.30am.
However, passengers changing to other train lines should leave earlier.
The recommended departure times are:
| Connecting train service | Latest departure |
|---|---|
| Ampang LRT Line | 12.00am |
| Putrajaya MRT Line | 12.00am |
| Kelana Jaya LRT Line | 11.30pm |
| KL Monorail | 11.30pm |
| Kajang MRT Line | 11.30pm |
| Sri Petaling LRT Line | 12.30am |
Passengers should check their connecting train schedules before leaving the stadium.
The Weeknd Brings Global Tour to Kuala Lumpur
The Kuala Lumpur concerts mark the final performances of The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn global tour.
The tour has attracted more than 7.5 million ticket sales. It has also generated over US$1 billion in revenue.
This achievement makes it one of the biggest concert tours in music history.
With thousands of fans expected at Bukit Jalil, visitors should arrive early and plan their journeys carefully.
Motorists should also consider alternative routes. Taking public transport may help them avoid traffic delays.
Source : Malay Mail | Rewritten By Minutesmy
