Held from 4 to 6 September at Jakarta Convention Center, the 15th edition of IDEAFEST filled the venue with Indonesia’s creative community for three days of ideas, conversations and new discoveries. ISMAYA joined the mix with Tenue de Attire, introducing an exclusive merchandise line that showcased the group’s refreshed visual identity through a range of everyday city-wear pieces.
At the very heart of Jakarta lies Medan Merdeka, an expansive square that has witnessed the city’s transformation from colonial outpost to modern capital. Whilst the soaring National Monument (Monas) stands at its centre, the square predates the iconic structure and indeed Indonesia itself.
Jakarta is about to get a whole lot sweeter, with a soundtrack to match. From 1–20 September, Jakarta Dessert Week (JDW) 2026 takes over dessert spots across the city, with 42 brands and dozens of outlets serving limited-edition creations inspired by this year’s wonderfully unexpected theme: DANGDUT.
Food has a funny way of holding on to memories. A familiar spice can take you back to childhood, while a dish shared around the family table can stay with you for years. For Chef Martin Praja, those memories come from many places, from his childhood in Bogor and Chinese family traditions to the Manado flavours that became part of his family story.
If your September calendar is already looking a little too predictable, 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird has a few ideas. The hotel is filling the month with dinners worth lingering over, cocktails worth ordering twice, live music, workouts and a creative morning by the pool. In other words, you could come with a plan and still end up doing something completely different.
Some of Jakarta’s best views are found well above its busiest streets. At Pan Pacific Jakarta, Skyline Prestige takes guests high above the capital, with Club privileges and a selection of comforts that make it easy to slow down and enjoy the stay.
Rajata Hakim’s Terlihat / Terasa exhibition in Jakarta features 150 portraits and recorded voices until 27 September 2026.
Planning a wedding in Jakarta often starts with one deceptively simple question: how many people do you want to celebrate with? At Citadines Antasari Jakarta, the answer can range from a gathering of 100 to a reception for up to 500 guests, with its new “Love in the City” Wedding Packages and The Hall, a new event space created for celebrations of different sizes.
Tadashi Suzuki’s King Lear arrives in Jakarta on 16–17 September with an international cast led by Jamaluddin Latif.
Desa Potato Head continues its Merasa Origins series with its second chapter, Java: Entering Depth, taking place from 10-13 September 2026.
Le Eminence Puncak marks its 10th anniversary with special stays, a culinary festival, community events and more this September.
Indonesia Design Week 2026 brings exhibitions, fashion, craft and community programmes across PIK and PIK2 from 18–27 September.
Citadines Café refreshes its menu with Indonesian favourites, café staples, coffee and easy all-day dining in Jakarta.
Nyok Kite Kenal Betawi (Let’s Get to Know Betawi) is a creative community dedicated to keeping Betawi culture alive using an educational, collaborative and contemporary approach.
Far from a conventional factory visit, the tour presents aviation in an engaging and accessible way. The experience begins aboard the distinctive DI Edubus, a sightseeing vehicle inspired by Bandung’s iconic Bandros buses, which takes visitors on a guided journey through PT DI’s expansive production complex.
At Hariom’s Tailor, three wedding suit styles stand out for the 2026–2027 season. Relaxed proportions offer a more comfortable take on formalwear. Modern beskap tailoring puts Indonesian heritage at the centre of the look. Classic tuxedos remain a strong choice for those who prefer the timeless appeal of black tie.
ARYADUTA Lippo Village (ALV) has been one of them, a familiar address where business trips have turned into weekend stays, family celebrations have brought people together, and countless guests have made memories along the way.
Jakarta’s vibrant underground music scene takes centre stage as Monkey Shoulder launches Studio Monkey Shoulder LIVE, a city-wide music series celebrating grassroots creativity, local communities and the art of bringing different influences together.
SAFF & Co. brings POSTOJNA to Kota Kasablanka through fragrance, VR, visual art, music and an immersive exhibition.
There is something reassuring about a skincare brand that has been around long enough to see beauty trends come and go. ULTIMA II has been part of that changing landscape since its beginnings in New York in 1959, arriving in Indonesia in 1976 and growing its skincare and cosmetics offering through generations of evolving beauty preferences. Now, almost 67 years on, the brand introduces CollaSence™-Infused Skin Derma Solutions, its latest signature technology.
Dinner is more fun when there is plenty to tempt you. One moment you might be in the mood for a comforting Indonesian dish, the next you are eyeing a plate of sushi or wondering if you have left enough room for dessert. At Sana Sini Restaurant at Pullman Jakarta Indonesia Thamrin, Destination Dining turns that curiosity into the whole point of dinner.
Updated monthly, explore new restaurants in Jakarta that opened in 2026, featuring a curated restaurants, bars and cafés of note.
Established by Peranakan cuisine experts and restaurateurs, Kembang Goeyang brings a fresh perspective to Jakarta’s dining scene, serving familiar Peranakan flavours in a relaxed and flexible setting.
