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Semarak Jakarta Mendunia New Year's Eve Festival
Ring in the New Year with Jakarta's 'Semarak Jakarta Mendunia' festival! This vibrant celebration offers a multitude of experiences, from historical walks and spiritual reflections to bustling UMKM bazaars and dazzling fireworks. Enjoy live music across numerous stages, witness spectacular light shows, and share your hopes for the city's future on the 'Bentang Harapan.' A truly unforgettable way to welcome 2025.
What to Expect
City-wide New Year's Eve festival with historical walks and a digital scroll of hopes.
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: FREE
- Parking: Parking information is not explicitly provided for the event, but public transportation is encouraged.
- Accessibility: The website offers various accessibility features including text resizing, grayscale mode, and link underlining. Specific event accessibility details are not provided.
- Pets: Not specified
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Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
New year's eve celebrations, cultural exploration, family outings
Vibe
Festive, celebratory, historical, community-oriented
Energy Level
High
Budget
FREE
Photo Friendly
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate (outdoor events may be affected by rain)
Special Events & Promotions
- Grand launching of 'Menyongsong 5 Abad Jakarta; Jakarta Jati Diri Indonesia, Megapolitan Dunia'
- Countdown and fireworks at Bundaran HI
- 15 entertainment stages along M.H. Thamrin and Jenderal Sudirman
- Bazar UMKM and Late Night Shopping
- Historical walk 'Jejaki Jakarta'
- Spiritual reflection events 'Muhasabah, Dzikir, dan Doa'
- Bentang Harapan (Scroll of Hope) for writing future aspirations
- Kirana Jakarta featuring lighting show, drone show, video mapping, and fireworks
Location
Event Details
Duration
Multiple events over several days, with main celebrations on New Year's Eve
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Central Jakarta (Bundaran HI, Thamrin, Sudirman), Kota Tua, Monas, and various city-wide locations
Timed Entry
No
Featured Performers
- Adikara
- Wulan KDI
- Sandrina Azzahra
- Fire Amanda
- Orind
- Ten 2 Five
- Susi Ngapak
- Cici Marissa
- Soulvibe
- Yoda Idol
- Maia KDI
- Opie Kumis
- Endah N Rhesa
- Drive
- Rieka Roslan
- Baginda
Organizer
Pemerintah Provinsi (Pemprov) DKI Jakarta
Food & Drink
Bazar UMKM will feature an array of snacks and culinary delights.
Quick Actions
Tips & Advice
- Utilize Jakarta's public transportation network, such as Transjakarta, MRT, and LRT, to navigate between the various event locations and avoid traffic congestion on New Year's Eve.
- Arrive early at your chosen celebration spot, especially Bundaran HI, to secure a good vantage point for the fireworks and main stage performances.
- Check the specific schedules for the 'Jejaki Jakarta' historical walk and the 'Muhasabah, Dzikir, dan Doa' events as they have fixed timings on December 30th.
- Be prepared for large crowds, especially in central areas like Bundaran HI and along Jalan M.H. Thamrin and Jalan Jenderal Sudirman.
- Explore the 'Bazar UMKM' for a taste of local Jakarta cuisine and unique souvenirs, and consider participating in the 'Late Night Shopping' for special year-end deals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main event locations for Semarak Jakarta Mendunia?
Key locations include Bundaran Hotel Indonesia (HI) for the main countdown and fireworks, Jalan M.H. Thamrin and Jalan Jenderal Sudirman for entertainment stages and UMKM bazaars, Monumen Nasional (Monas) for spiritual events, and various historical sites for the 'Jejaki Jakarta' walk. Each of the six city administrative areas also hosts local celebrations.
Is there an entrance fee for the New Year's Eve events?
The 'Semarak Jakarta Mendunia' festival and its associated events are free to attend.
What kind of entertainment can I expect?
Expect a wide range of entertainment including live music from various artists and genres, a spectacular lighting show, drone show, video mapping, and a grand fireworks display at Bundaran HI. There will also be cultural performances and historical walks.
How can I participate in the 'Bentang Harapan' (Scroll of Hope)?
Physical scrolls will be available at Balai Kota DKI Jakarta and the six Wali Kota/Bupati offices. Additionally, a digital platform in collaboration with TEMPO allows you to upload your aspirations and hopes for Jakarta online.
What are the recommended transportation options?
Given the expected crowds and road closures, using public transportation like Transjakarta, MRT, or LRT is highly recommended. The 'Jejaki Jakarta' event also includes a segment using Transjakarta to reach Balai Kota.
Always check the official website for the most current information.
We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.