Highlands party to hit all the right notes
Energetic vibes at a Heineken Refreshing Session.
GREAT music and a good time will make for an unforgettable night in the cool highlands of Genting tomorrow.
'Heineken Refresh 2025' will be back in its third edition, bigger and bolder than ever.
As part of this year's movement to bring fresh sounds and social connections, global hitmaker Zedd will take centre stage at Resorts World Awana, Genting Highlands.
With over 10,000 tickets already snapped up within minutes of release, it's clear that fans are ready for an epic night.
Grammy-winning producer Zedd, known for chart-toppers like Clarity, The Middle and Stay, will bring his signature blend of euphoric drops and melodic energy to Malaysia for one night only.
Joining him on the decks will be a lineup of high-energy artistes.
Hyo of the iconic K-pop group Girls' Generation, known for her explosive sets and genre-blending style, will be backed by a live choir to deliver a powerful performance that fuses dance beats with soaring vocals.
Guests having fun at a Heineken Refresh event.
Next up, local favourite Blink will bring his signature sound to the stage.
Jovynn, a standout name in the local music scene, will go face-to-face with rising techno star AnnJo in an exclusive back-to-back set that is set to push the energy even higher.
Rounding out the lineup is upcoming duo Beautiful Mistakes, ready to keep the music flowing into the night.
This high-energy celebration is the culmination of the 'Heineken Refreshing Sessions' where music came to life and fans flocked to the most unexpected places – gyms, bookstores, supermarkets – proving that great beats don't need a traditional stage.
These surprise pop-ups were crafted to spark new connections and reshape how we experience sound, community and nightlife.
'Heineken Refresh is all about breaking boundaries of sound, spaces and social circles,' said Heineken Malaysia Bhd marketing manager (premium) Shaun Lim.
'It's about bringing people together through unexpected music moments, turning strangers into new music buddies, and creating memories over a refreshing Heineken.
'From surprise sets in everyday spaces to this spectacular highland finale, every Heineken Refresh moment is designed to ignite discovery.
'It's a celebration of what happens when great music, company and beer come together,' he said.
Follow Heineken on social media to discover how you can get tickets to Heineken Refresh Your Music 2025.
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