KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 29 -- Still undecided on where to ring in the New Year? Klang Valley has no shortage of options this New Year's Eve, with multiple large-scale countdown events lined up across the region.

The celebrations also mark an early kick-off for Visit Malaysia 2026, with organisers promising fireworks, live performances and immersive visual showcases to welcome 2026 in style.

From performances by stars such as Shila Amzah and Datuk David Arumugam of the legendary Alleycats, to appearances by rising K-pop group Kiiras, pyromusical fireworks and even a 3D anamorphic showcase, here are five places to be this New Year's Eve - all with free entry.

Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

With Malaysia expecting around 47 million visitors under Visi...