Evening Lecture: Reflections on the Java War Bicentennial

This 20 July 2025 marks the 200th anniversary of the outbreak of the Java War (1825-30) led by Prince Diponegoro. Ahead of this milestone, on 24 April 2025, Oxford historian Peter Carey reflects on the meaning of this anniversary for contemporary Indonesia and the world, in his talk, “Back to the Future: Reflections on the Java War

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ASEAN-India Spring Bazaar

ASEAN-India Spring Bazaar  is a vibrant marketplace bringing together the best of art, culture, shopping, and food. It will take place on  Thursday, 1 May 2025, at  The Westin Jakarta, Kuningan.  Art Exhibition: Explore stunning artwork from talented artists celebrating ASEAN-India heritage.  Shopping: Discover handcrafted jewelry, ethnic fashion, home décor, wellness products, and artisanal goods

“The Paper Menagerie” Exhibition

At its core, The Paper Menagerie Exhibition explores paper’s duality—both fragile and enduring, ephemeral yet archival. The exhibition brings together 29 artists, ranging from emerging voices to established figures, who push the boundaries of paper as a medium—cut, folded, sculpted, layered—revealing its potential as a carrier of memory, resistance, and personal history. Through these artists,

CASCADE: A Thematic Weekend Bazaar by Market & Museum

Get ready for a shopping experience like no other at CASCADE, the latest weekend bazaar from Market & Museum that will transport you to a world of imagination, inspired by surreal art that blurs the line between reality and fantasy. Opening from 10AM-10PM at Lippo Mall Kemang on 6-9 March 2025, it brings a unique

Art Jakarta Gardens

A blend of nature & contemporary art, Art Jakarta Gardens returns with leading galleries, open-air sculptures, and lush greenery as its backdrop. From 22–27 April 2025, this event redefines how we experience art, immersing yourself in the creative minds of Indonesia’s emerging and established artists while basking in the scenic urban forest at Hutan Kota

Kartini Day

21 April is Indonesia’s tribute to women’s emancipation. Kartini Day honours Raden Adjeng Kartini, a pioneer of women’s rights and education. Her legacy, despite her life cut so short, still remains alive and strong in every Indonesian woman and girl. Across the country, expect school performances, cultural exhibits, and discussions highlighting her fight for women empowerment. 

Jakarta Music Run Festival

Why choose between a workout and a concert when you can have both? The Jakarta Music Run Festival is back, blending a 5K run with three energetic music zones—Rock, 90s Hits, and EDM. Lace up your sneakers and race through the immersive soundscapes on 20 April 2025 at Taman Impian Jaya Ancol. colorrunfestival.id

Lebaran Fair 2025

Shopping and food galore! With Eid celebrations around the corner, the Lebaran Fair from 19 March – 6 April 2025 at JIEXPO Kemayoran, is your one-stop destination for all things festive.  You can expect the latest arrivals of tech-gadgets, to home essentials and Muslim fashion. There’s also an endless selection of Nusantara cuisine to international

“Mendelssohn Symphony No. 2” Concert

Lose yourself in the immersive melodies of Mendelsshohn as The Jakarta Simfonia Orchestra, led by maestro Stephen Tong, will perform Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 2– or more familiarly known as Hymn of Praise on 15 March 2025. Set in the grand Aula Simfonia Jakarta, this 90-minute orchestral masterpiece promises a moving evening filled with soaring harmonies

International Women’s Day

Since its inception, International Women’s Day has grown into a powerful movement advocating for equality and representation in all sectors. We are all here from the labour and love from all women that came before us– so let’s celebrate this day to reflect, and champion the achievements of women across the globe.  You can expect discussions, exhibitions,

“Primate Visions: Macaque Macabre” Exhibition

Natasha Tontey welcomes you to her surreal world in an immersive installation that explores the shifting dynamics between humans and monkeys in Minahasan culture. Commissioned by Audemars Piguet Contemporary, this thought-provoking exhibit at Museum MACAN blends folklore, environmental conservation, and stunning visuals into a mesmerising experience up till 6 April 2025.  museummacan.org

“Where the Sidewalks End” Art Exhibition

On till 4 April 2025, the “Where the Sidewalks End” Art Exhibition is a thought-provoking showcase of collections taking inspiration from Shei Silverstein’s 1974 poem of the same name, featuring the works of A. Sebastianus, Eun Vivian Lee, Ida Lawrence, Ines Katamso, Rose Cameron, Sinta Tantra, Tara Kasenda, Vanessa Jones, and Zico Albaquin. Visitors will

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The Chiefs 2025: Monocle Business Conference

This 23 and 24 April 2025, global media company Monocle will stage their annual business gather, The Chiefs 2025, at the ballroom of 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird. In partnership with Agung Sedayu Realestat Indonesia (ASRI), the conference invites global and local business leaders to learn and network, featuring keynote speakers from industry experts hand-picked

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