TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - December is shaping up to be a vibrant month for travelers, with cultural attractions and entertainment events that blend local traditions with modern creativity. This year, eight major tourism events are set to welcome both domestic and international visitors.
From electronic music festivals to centuries-old rituals in Lombok, these programs offer not only entertainment but also a chance to explore the cultural richness of the archipelago.
1. Tangerang Cultural Festival
The Tangerang Cultural Festival will open the month with a lively mix of arts and culinary experiences. The three-day event features cultural parades, performances by top musicians, national competitions, and rows of food trucks serving local favorites.
The festival will take place on December 5–7, 2025, at Mall Metropolis, Tangerang, Banten. Entry is free, but visitors typically spend between Rp50,000 and Rp200,000 on food and local MSME products.
2. Djakarta Warehouse Project (DWP) 2025
Electronic music fans can look forward to Djakarta Warehouse Project 2025, one of Southeast Asia’s biggest EDM events. DWP will bring three nights of international and Indonesian headliners to GWK Cultural Park, Bali, from December 12–14, 2025, featuring genres from techno to house paired with immersive visual productions.
Ticket prices range from Rp1.5 million for early-bird passes to Rp2.5 million for full-access tickets, including VIP entry.
3. Big Bang Festival 2025
Big Bang Festival 2025 returns as a year-end shopping celebration, combining massive discounts with daily music and entertainment.
The event, held from December 24, 2025, to January 4, 2026, at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, offers discounts of up to 90 percent on fashion, electronics, and children’s toys.
A culinary festival and a lineup of local musicians will entertain visitors for 12 consecutive days.
Tickets range from Rp5,000 to Rp1,250,000 depending on exhibition or concert packages.
4. Perang Topat Lombok
Perang Topat is one of Lombok’s most distinctive traditions, symbolizing harmony between people of different faiths. Participants “battle” each other with rice cakes in a ritual meant to express gratitude and peace, creating a unique and photogenic cultural experience.
This year’s Perang Topat will take place from November 29 to December 11, 2025, at Taman Lingsar, West Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara. The tradition, recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, is open to the public at no charge.
5. Beji Art Festival 2025
The Beji Art Festival 2025 invites visitors to experience rural arts through acoustic performances and an MSME showcase, ideal for travelers seeking calm amid the natural beauty of Gunungkidul.
The festival will be held on December 6, 2025, at Wisata Watu Gendong, Beji, Ngawen, Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta, featuring collaborations from 14 local hamlets. All activities are free of charge.
6. Jogja Rockarta Festival 2025
Rock music lovers can look forward to Jogja Rockarta Festival 2025, which will host international rock acts at Kridosono Stadium, Yogyakarta.
The two-day festival, held on December 6–7, 2025, carries the theme “Ride to the Throne,” highlighting unity through heavy music. Tickets are expected to range from Rp300,000 to Rp800,000 per day.
7. Suara Loka Festival 2025
Suara Loka Festival 2025 brings a wide range of musical genres and both national and local performers. The festival will tour Medan, Bandung, Palembang, Makassar, and Surabaya from October to December 2025, with details available on the official website.
Each stop features programs centered on local narratives expressed through original music. Tickets are priced at around Rp100,000 to Rp150,000 for standing-room entry.
8. Manufacturing Indonesia & GDN Expo 2025
Manufacturing Indonesia & GDN Expo 2025 offers an educational and interactive exhibition of manufacturing innovations.
The event will run from December 3–6, 2025, at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, featuring the latest technologies, seminars, and family-friendly zones.
Admission is free with pre-registration, while workshop fees range from Rp200,000 to Rp500,000.
These events promise to enhance holiday experiences while supporting the continued recovery of Indonesia’s tourism sector. Travelers are encouraged to secure tickets and accommodations early, as many events have limited capacity. More information is available on each event’s official website.
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