Indonesia is among the top list of countries having thousands of customs and traditions. People belonging to different beliefs, celebrate many festivals each year to maintain their traditional values. Every year several festivals are celebrated in which many citizens participate. It is a great moment of joy for everyone. Almost every month is occupied by a festival and the festivities continue annually. People never get fond of them and enjoy them at their level best without leaving a moment of happiness. However, to attend the festivities people from all over the world visit Indonesia and take part in it.
The level of excitement is at its peak for everyone. As Indonesia is a highly diverse country, each city has its traditions which result in a wide range of festivals being celebrated there. These vibrant festivals help the tourists to indulge in Indonesian culture and have minor details.
Java Jazz
Java Jazz festival also known as the Java International Jazz festival is celebrated in Jakarta annually. It is one of the biggest festivals being held in Indonesia. It is celebrated in early March each year in which many people take part. Moreover, it is a concert in which many artists perform and amuse people with their melodic beats. The culture of the nation is extremely varied, and many jazz players experiment in many ways. In general, the event highlights Indonesia’s dynamic culture and its love of jazz music. It increases the entertainment level of the people and their love for music never fades.
Solo Batik Carnival
In Solo City, also recognized as Surakarta City in Indonesia, there is an annual carnival festival known as the Solo Batik Carnival mostly in July. The carnival is about joyous events that feature a parade of dancers in stunning costumes in contrast to the Christian post celebrations. Every year, the Royal City of Solo comes to life with lavish celebrations that emphasize the traditional batik pattern of Indonesia. The Solo Batik Carnival puts a brilliant spotlight on the city of Surakarta as well as the splendid old art and craftsmanship of batik. It shows how rich Indonesian culture and values are.
Nyepi
Nyepi is one of the events of Balinese culture. It is celebrated in Bali as a new year. Nyepi is also known as the ‘Day Of Silence’ as it is the quietest day of the year. People celebrate this feast with great thrill. This, according to the Balinese calendar, is celebrated every Isakawarsa (Saka new year). There are many restrictions too on this festival which one has to follow. The principal restrictions include not working, not engaging in any form of recreation or pleasure, not starting fires (and keeping lights dim), not traveling, and, for some, not even talking or eating. It is New Year’s Eve which marks the start of a new year.
Dieng Culture Festival
Dieng culture festival is celebrated each year from 3rd-5th August in Central Java, Indonesia. This festival is a yearly community celebration that features a great combination of fireworks, the release of traditional lanterns, a well-known leather puppet show (wayang kulit), traditional art and cultural performances, and more. The scenic view adds much more beauty to this festival as there is a beautiful beam of light, seen everywhere in the sky. People come from far and wide to see the beautiful sky and enjoy the festivity at its best. It is one of the famous festivals celebrated in Indonesia.
Jakarta Fashion Week
Jakarta fashion week also known as JFW is celebrated in Jakarta, Indonesia annually. A large number of people express their style in JFW. It is included in the list of the biggest fashion weeks being held there. A great number of people participate in it. It is celebrated mostly in the last week of October including a vast number of icons taking part in it and showing their fashion enthusiasm. It is also said to be the largest fashion week in SouthEast Asia. Every year, the theme of the event is changed and everyone styles accordingly considering themselves to be the best of all.
Bali Arts Festival
Bali Arts Festival is an annual festival celebrated in Bali. It includes several artworks that preserve Balinese culture and traditions. People cover them in beautiful costumes and show their artistic side. Their talented side is never wasted as people enjoy this festival with their whole hearts. The annual Bali Arts Festival usually takes place from the middle of June to the middle of July. The occasion provides a great opportunity to experience Bali’s diverse performing arts scene. Various cultural attractions from other Indonesian islands are also shown and the people enjoy them with great interest. Indonesia never leaves a chance to stay behind in any of the events and the Bali festival is a clear example.
