As the year draws to a close and the holiday season approaches, Jakarta will be an excellent holiday destination. If you're planning a trip, don't miss out on these must-visit spots to celebrate Christmas or New Year's Eve with your loved ones. Pack your bags and check these four events that should definitely be on your bucket list!
1. Pokemon Festival - Central Park Mall, Jakarta
Located in West Jakarta, Central Park (CP) Mall is one of the biggest shopping malls in the city. This mall never fails their end of year events and they are always interesting to be visited.
Starting from November 23, 2024, there will be Pokemon Illumination Park. Not only that, CP will hold a Pokemon Festival in its Laguna Atrium, starting from December 5, 2024 to January 5, 2025. Also, don’t miss out their anually iconic giant Christmas tree, standing 33 meter tall with fantastic lighting.
2. Christmas Carol - Bundaran HI & Public Places in Jakarta
As a diverse city, Jakarta is going to bring their annual Christmas event, Christmas Carol on December 23-25, 2024. This event will feature performances of classic Christmas tunes at several key locations in the heart of Jakarta, including Sudirman Thamrin Street, Kendal Tunnel, Dukuh Atas, and Silang Monas. Don’t worry! This event is free of charge, and everyone is welcome to join the fun.
3. POP MART Christmas Town - Gandaria City
Lately, Labubu, a doll produced by POP MART, has taken people’s attention by storm. Starting from November 22, 2024 to January 12, 2025, Gandaria City will bring the first POP MART Christmas Town in Indonesia that will be held in the Main Atrium. You can buy exclusive items, take pictures on Selfiebration, experience the Labubu Cafe, and more.
With ticket prices starting at just Rp75,000 for a regular ticket and Rp150,000 for all-access entry, that includes DIY activity cabin and entry for the POP MART pop-up store, you can celebrate the holiday season with your favorite characters.
4. Cute Santa Parade - Emporium Pluit
Christmas just wouldn’t feel complete without any Santa Claus around. Get ready to meet these cute Santa Clauses that will once again take over the Emporium Pluit Mall. Meet them strolling through the mall on December 6-8, 13-1, and 21-26 at 2 PM and 5 PM, with an additional appearance on December 20 at 2 PM and 6 PM. Don’t miss your chance to meet them.
In this holiday season, Jakarta offers a lot of events, ranging from a kid-friendly festival to live performances. There is definitely always something that everyone will enjoy. So, which one will be on your bucket list?
