JAKARTA - The number of visitors to the Ancol Dream Park tourist area on Christmas 2025 experienced a surge compared to the previous year. On December 25, 2025, a total of 46,563 people visited Ancol.
"Ancol visitors on December 25, 2025, experienced a 30 percent increase compared to the Christmas period last year, namely 34,910 people," said PT Pembangunan Jaya Ancol Tbk's Corporate Communication, Daniel Windriatmoko, in a statement, Friday, December 26, 2025.
Ancol is one of the favorite destinations for residents of Jakarta and its surroundings to spend Christmas holidays. According to Daniel, this surge in visitors also reflects the high public interest in open recreational spaces despite facing the challenge of unpredictable weather.
"Regarding extreme weather conditions, Ancol continues to provide the best service for the comfort and safety of visitors," said Daniel.
Daniel explained that safety aspects were the main concern, especially for visitors who were active in the beach area. Beach guards were alerted to ensure visitors remained vigilant while in coastal areas.
"Along the coast, it is always advised through the coast guard to be careful and always pay attention to the family while in the coastal area," he said.
Meanwhile, the excitement of New Year's Eve 2026 in Jakarta feels a little different, especially in tourist attractions such as Ancol. The management of PT Pembangunan Jaya Ancol Tbk decided to cancel the fireworks show on New Year's Eve as a form of empathy and sorrow for the disaster that occurred in the Sumatra region.
"We are deeply saddened by the disaster in Sumatra and share the concern and sadness over the disaster that has occurred. We pray for the safety and strength of all victims and affected families," said Daniel.
Daniel revealed that the decision was taken as a form of humanitarian concern. In fact, previously the fireworks show was planned to be one of the largest in the New Year's celebration in Jakarta.
According to him, this policy was decided with various considerations so that the moment of welcoming the New Year can be lived more meaningfully, in line with the spirit of solidarity and togetherness as one nation.
Even though there was no fireworks, Ancol ensured that the New Year's Eve series of activities would still take place. A number of entertainment agendas, such as the Peduli Sumatera Concert at the Carnaval Ancol Beach which featured Dewa 19 feat Ello, Helloband, and FiveMinutes, as well as the New Palapa Concert at the Festival Beach, were still held.
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