JAKARTA - The DKI Jakarta Provincial Government is preparing a series of Jakarta Chinese New Year 2026 celebrations held at a number of iconic points in the capital. This activity takes place throughout February to early March 2026, from the Bundaran Hotel Indonesia (HI), Monas, Old Town, to Blok M.
Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta Rano Karno said that this year's Chinese New Year celebration was designed as a common space for Jakarta residents who are diverse.
"We designed the Jakarta Chinese New Year 2026 celebration as a celebration of togetherness in diversity. Jakarta is home to various cultures that coexist," said Rano at the Bundaran HI area, Central Jakarta, Wednesday, February 11.
According to him, the implementation in public spaces is intended to make the atmosphere of Chinese New Year can be felt more widely by the community.
One of the initial agendas is the Chinese New Year Decoration Competition on February 12-17, 2026 along Jalan M.H. Thamrin to Jalan Jenderal Sudirman. Retailers, building managers, and area managers are involved in decorating the main corridors of the Capital with Chinese-themed ornaments.
In the Bundaran HI area, the Jakarta Chinese New Year Festival will be held on February 13-17, 2026. This festival presents light installations, thematic decorations, and Chinese cultural art performances.
"Bundaran HI will be a celebration center that can be enjoyed by the public openly. We want to present an inclusive Chinese New Year experience in public spaces," said Rano.
On February 13, 2026, the Provincial Government also held the Jakarta Chinese New Year Symphony at the same location. This performance involves more than 50 Chinese musical instruments and the Selendang Dendang dance.
"The Chinese New Year Symphony is a symbol of the living cultural harmony in Jakarta. This performance reflects collaboration and unity in diversity," said Rano.
The series of activities continues to the Jakarta Chinese Festival on February 15-17, 2026 at the Anjungan DKI Jakarta Province, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII). This festival features barongsai, liong, and art installations themed on the history of Jakarta peranakan.
On the same date, February 15-17, 2026, Harmoni Jakarta powered by Jakarta City Branding will be held at Blok M Hub, South Jakarta. The concept combines Chinese-inspired art with a modern touch to reach the younger generation.
Meanwhile, the Jakarta Chinese New Year Festival will take place on February 16-17, 2026 at the National Monument (Monas) with a video mapping and art installation. At the same time, the Jakarta Light Festival - Chinese New Year Edition is held in the Old City area, West Jakarta.
"Monas and Old Town will become a space for technology-based cultural expression. We want to present a modern Chinese New Year celebration without abandoning cultural values," explained Rano.
In addition, the Jakarta Temple Festival will also be held throughout February 2026 as a form of respect for Jakarta's spiritual heritage and history.
"Temples are an important part of Jakarta's history. Through this festival, we invite the public to appreciate the value of tolerance and pluralism," he said.
The Jakarta Chinese New Year 2026 series will be closed through the Cap Go Meh Festival on March 3, 2026 at Pancoran Chinatown Point. This activity is held in collaboration with the Indonesian Chinese Association (INTI).
"The Jakarta Chinese New Year 2026 Celebration Series is expected to be a world-class performance that not only entertains, but also strengthens the attractiveness of Jakarta tourism in the eyes of domestic and foreign tourists. At the same time, it confirms Jakarta's position as an inclusive, creative, and internationally competitive global city," concluded Rano.
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