Arena of Stars Genting: Complete Concert Guide (Transport, Seating & 2026 Lineup)

Arena of Stars at Resorts World Genting is one of Malaysia's most unique concert venues — a 6,000-capacity theatre perched 1,800 metres above sea level in the cool mountain air of Genting Highlands. In 2026, it hosts 11 concerts spanning Cantopop, Mandopop, jazz, C-Pop, and more. Here is everything you need to know before your Genting concert.

📍 Location & Map

Arena of Stars is located on Level 1 of Resorts World Genting in Genting Highlands, Pahang — approximately 1,800 metres above sea level. The venue is inside the First World Plaza complex, easily accessible from the Genting Grand Hotel, First World Hotel, and SkyAvenue via covered walkways inside the resort.

Google Maps: Open Arena of Stars in Google Maps for live directions from your location.

For a detailed interactive map with transport routes and parking information, see the Arena of Stars Transport & Directions page.

🚗 Getting There

🚗 By Car

Take the Karak Highway (E8) from KL, then follow signs to Genting Highlands. The drive takes 45-60 minutes from KL city center. The mountain road is winding — drive slow, especially at night.

🚡 By Awana Skyway Cable Car

Park at Awana SkyCentral at the base, then take the Awana Skyway cable car up. 10-minute ride with stunning rainforest views. Cable car tickets: RM 10-15 one way.

🚌 By Bus

Multiple operators run from KL Sentral, TBS, and 1 Utama to Awana Bus Terminal. From there, take the cable car up. Round-trip bus + cable car: RM 50-80.

🏟️ Seating & Layout

6,000-capacity theatre-style venue with steeply raked seating — even rear seats have unobstructed views.

• VIP / Front Zone: Closest to stage. Best view, highest price.
• PS1 (Lower Tier): Best value — good sightlines and proximity.
• PS2 (Upper Tier): Higher up, clear views, budget-friendly.
• PS3 (Rear): Furthest back. Can see the stage clearly thanks to the steep rake.

🎵 2026 Concert Lineup

Past Shows: LBI (May 17), Sky Wu (May 30), Gareth.T (Jun 13), 阿冗 (Jun 20), Daniel Chan — Sold Out (Jun 27)

Upcoming:

• Jul 12 — Kenny G (Jazz)
• Jul 25-26 — Hacken Lee 2 Nights (Cantopop) — Sold Out!
• Aug 1 — Chen Li-Nong (Mandopop)
• Aug 8 — Fan Fan 范玮琪 (Mandopop)
• Aug 15 — Shila Amzah (Pop)

🏔️ Why Genting for a Concert?

• Weather: 16-22°C year-round. Bring a jacket.
• One-stop destination: Hotel + casino + shopping + theme park + concert.
• Intimate theatre: Closer to the artist than arena or stadium shows.
• Hotel packages: Bundle concert tickets with hotel rooms for savings.

💡 Pro Tips

• Book a hotel. Driving down the mountain at midnight is not recommended. First World Hotel from RM 100-150.
• Dress in layers. It is genuinely cold. Bring a proper jacket.
• Arrive 1 hour early. Between parking, walking, and navigating the resort.
• Cashless payment widely accepted.

❓ Arena of Stars FAQs

How long is the drive from KL?

45-60 minutes via Karak Highway.

Where do I buy tickets?

Resorts World Genting website (rwgenting.com) and occasionally Ticket2U.

What is the best seat?

VIP for proximity, PS1 for best value. The steep rake means all seats have good views.

→ See all concerts at Arena of Stars

From Hacken Lee in July to Shila Amzah in August, Arena of Stars offers a concert experience you cannot get in the city. Browse all concerts → or check out our other venue guides: Axiata Arena, Zepp KL, and National Stadium.