15/09/2025
It is that exciting time of the year once again, as we proudly present the 12th Installation Art by the Bay @ KK 2025.
Since its inception, this annual programme has provided a vital platform for artists to showcase their creativity while diversifying the local art scene with installation art โ a form still relatively rare in Sabah. The event also carries a broader mission: to position Kota Kinabalu as a vibrant art city and to spark meaningful conversations through creativity.
True to tradition, this yearโs theme continues to focus on environmental awareness. All showcased installations are created from recycled and upcycled materials, highlighting both artistic innovation and sustainability. Importantly, once the artworks have been exhibited, our collaborators will recycle the materials once again, ensuring that the spirit of sustainability extends beyond the exhibition itself.
Over the years, Installation Art by the Bay has grown into a premier international event at the intersection of art and sustainability. Now in its 12th year, it remains a hallmark of Kota Kinabaluโs art and tourism scene. We are deeply grateful for the continued support of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment Sabah and Tourism Malaysia (Sabah Office), whose assistance has been instrumental in sustaining and expanding this programme.
The public can look forward to experiencing an inspiring range of installations and meeting the talented artists behind them. We warmly invite everyone to join us from 13th to 16th September 2025 at Taman Chong Vun Thien, Kota Kinabalu, to witness this unique celebration of creativity, community, and environmental consciousness.