Welcoming the long holidays of Isra Mikraj and Chinese New Year 2025, the Jakarta Government has prepared various exciting events, one of which is the Rawa Belong Bandeng Festival which will take place on Jalan Sulaiman, Rawa Belong, Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta, on January 27-28, 2025.

"This is an opportunity to celebrate togetherness, while giving an unforgettable exciting experience,"

This event is a collaboration between Jakarta Tourism and Creative Economy (Parekraf) Agency with Jakarta Muhammad Husni Thamrin Community Association (PERMATA MHT) and Chinese Indonesian Association (INTI).

This event features Betawi and Chinese traditions and cultures, such as Silat Betawi, Betawi Traditional Dance, Tanjidor, Marawis, Hadroh, Lenong, Keroncong, Palang Pintu, Manusia Petasan, Barongsai, as well as milkfish which sold at the event. All of these entertainments are suitable to be enjoyed with family and friends.

Jakarta Parekraf Agency Head, Andhika Permata said that through this event, his side wants to provide an alternative recreational options for residents to enjoy their holidays while introducing the richness of cultural arts and creativity in Jakarta.

"This is an opportunity to celebrate togetherness, while giving an unforgettable exciting experience with many entertainment events. We want all citizens to feel the happiness in celebrating the holidays," he expressed.

He hopes that various activities and events can encourage local creative entrepreneurs to promote their works.

"Apart from being an entertainment for the community, this event is also a space of collaboration and appreciation for Betawi artists and creative economy players in Jakarta," he conveyed.