Jakarta Gears Up to Host PON Pantai I/2026 This November 2026
Reported by Folmer | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
The inaugural National Beach Games (PON Pantai I/2026) are all set to take place across North Jakarta’s Ancol waterfront and East Jakarta’s Dirgantara 3 Halim Field from November 21 to 27.
We're fully equipped to host PON Pantai I/2026
Jakarta Youth and Sports Agency Head Andri Yansyah confirmed full readiness for the PON Pantai I/2026, joining forces with Central KONI, KONI Jakarta, and PT Pembangunan Jaya Ancol.
"We're fully equipped to host PON Pantai I/2026 and major international competitions as we transform Jakarta into a leading sports tourism hub," he announced during a press conference at KONI Jakarta Building, Thursday (11/12).
PON 2028 Projected to Boost Jakarta's EconomyThe National Beach Games, he continued, carries four main visions: success in athletic achievement, event organization, administration, and economic impact.
"This PON Pantai I/2026 is not merely about achieving the overall championship title, but also about driving economic benefits for Jakarta," he explained.
PB PON Pantai Committee Vice Chairman II, Fatchul Anas, revealed that Indonesia's inaugural beach sports event will feature 1,172 participants representing 33 provinces. They will compete in 67 events across 10 sports and 11 disciplines.
"Jakarta contingent is fielding 175 athletes to compete across all 67 events. We are confident in securing the overall championship," he concluded.
Meanwhile, PT Pembangunan Jaya Ancol Tbk Vice President for Corporate Affairs Martua Hami Siregar noted that the resort operator has readied premier competition venues across Festival Beach, Beach Pool, Lagoon Beach, and Beach City International Stadium (BCIS), while granting complimentary entry access for all competing delegations and operational vehicles throughout PON Pantai I/2026.
"This backing underscores our commitment to advancing sports tourism in Jakarta. Hosting the National Beach Games will further cement Jakarta’s stature as a global city capable of staging major world-class events," he stated.
