The past few years has been a tough time for music fans, with little avenue to safely come together and enjoy music or meet their favourite artists. However, we can confidently say, live music coming back in all its might and glory in 2022! In the coming months, Indonesia welcomes local and international artists through concerts and festivals. Here's a guide to the music events you shouldn't miss out on this year.
KV Fest
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When: 8 August
Where: Istora Senayan Jakarta
Tickets: IDR 1,440,000 - IDR 2,880,000
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The Indonesian music festival is bringing together some of the region's biggest acts this summer for a night of fun and endless dancing. Fans can expect performances from Korean hip-hop sensation B.I, Korean rap icon Jessi, Indonesian R&B singer Afgan, and Indonesian rap star RAMENGVRL. Tickets are on sale now via Kult Vizion, ranging from IDR 1,440,000 to IDR 2,880,000.
Chotha Fest
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When: 27 August
Where: Tennis Indoor Senayan
Tickets: IDR 1,350,000, IDR 2,050,000, IDR 2,550,000, and IDR 2,750,000. Tickets can be purchased via GUD Hype starting 9 July. For fan pre-sales from 7 to 8 July, contact GUD Hype.
This summer, Chotha Fest brings a star-studded line-up of acts, as audience can look forward to exciting performances from Gaho and his band Kave, BTOB, and PENTAGON.
We The Fest
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When: 23, 24 & 25 September
Where: GBK Sports Complex - Senayan Jakarta
Tickets: IDR 1250,000 - IDR4000,000 for individual tickets
We The Fest returns after a two-year break with a stellar cast of performers with favourites like beabadoobee, Jackson Wang, Oh Wonder, Pink Sweat$, Snakehips and more. For more information on tickets and to purchase, visit the We The Fest website.
Pestapora 2022
When: 23, 24 & 25 September
Where: Tennis Indoor Senayan, Jakarta
Tickets: IDR 350,000 & IDR 450,000
With over 60 acts set to perform for this year’s Pestapora, there could never be a better time to be a local music fan in Indonesia. Early bird tickets opened up on 26 April, but if you missed it, the first pre-sale is happening on 5 May, so get your wallets ready.
SEVENTEEN
[NOTICE] SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [BE THE SUN] - ASIA 개최 안내(+ENG/JPN/CHN)https://t.co/kOfxxxE1FY pic.twitter.com/23PrBNwgzH
— 세븐틴(SEVENTEEN) (@pledis_17) June 15, 2022
When: 24 September
Where: Indonesia Convention Exhibition, Jakarta
Tickets: TBA
The hit boyband SEVENTEEN will dazzle Indonesia as part of their Asia tour later this year. Fans can expect to hear hits from their latest album, 'Face the Sun'.
JogjaROCKarta
When: 24 & 25 September
Where: Lanud Gading Wonosari, Yogyakarta, Jakarta
Tickets: IDR 750.000 & IDR 500.000
Rock music fans, rejoice! The two-day JogjaROCKarta festival gathers the most exhilarating local bands for a night full of screaming and jumping.
TXT
TOMORROW X TOGETHER WORLD TOUR <ACT : LOVE SICK> IN ASIA 개최 안내 (+ENG/JPN/CHN)https://t.co/vRqF0ulQHA#투모로우바이투게더 #TOMORROW_X_TOGETHER #TXT #ACT_LOVE_SICK pic.twitter.com/jcxWRsZzmv
— BIGHIT MUSIC (@BIGHIT_MUSIC) June 21, 2022
When: 12 October
Where: Indonesia, Convention Exhibition, Jakarta
Tickets: TBA
The stars behind 'Good Boy Gone Bad' are bringing their storm to Jakarta as part of the 'ACT: LOVE SICK' tour. Ticket details will be announced soon.
Berdendang Bergoyang Festival
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When: 28, 29 & 30 October
Where: Istora Senayan, Jakarta
Tickets: IDR 498,000
Berdendang Bergoyang Festival is back! This year, the event once again assembles a stacked line-up of local talent for a 3-day music extravaganza. Pre-sale tickets for a 3-day pass have begun, don't miss it.
Justin Bieber
When: 2 & 3 November
Where: Stadion Madya Gelora Bung Karno, Jakarta
Tickets: Sold out
The generation-defining pop superstar Justin Bieber will arrive with the much anticipated ‘Justice World Tour’, to perform hits from the album and other earworms from his career.
Joyland Festival
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When: 4, 5 & 6 November
Where: Jakarta
Tickets: TBA
The Indonesian festival is coming back to Jakarta this year! While details have yet to be announced, Joyland promises an exciting line-up of local artists.
keshi
JAKARTA 11/28https://t.co/6mIVfZ9nVU pic.twitter.com/An80gFSgUd
— keshi (@keshimusic) July 12, 2022
When: 28 November
Where: Basket Hall Senayan Gelora Bung Karno
Tickets: On sale from 15 July
The HELL / HEAVEN tour comes to Jakarta, as part of keshi's visit to South East Asia. Get ready for the singer to make you fall deeper for him.
boy pablo
When: 3 December
Where: Hall Basket Senayan, Jakarta
Tickets: IDR 425,000 - IDR 750,000
boy pablo brings his fusion of retro sentiments and indie-pop once again to Jakarta. Tickets will be sold on boy pablo's official site.
Head in the Clouds
TO JAKARTA WITH LOVE.
— 88rising (@88rising) March 24, 2022
WE WILL BE SEEING YOU ❤️❤️🔥 #HITCJAKARTA2022 pic.twitter.com/ILzQ8VdtGD
When: TBA
Where: TBA
Tickets: TBA
Fresh off their highly-talked about Coachella sets earlier this year, 88rising, the music collective who successfully pushed Asian artists like Indonesian stars NIKI, Rich Brian, and Warren Hue to the front stage is bringing their much-anticipated festival to Jakarta this year.
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Suara Bamboo Elementum Fair
When: 14 & 15 May
Where: Nuanu, Nyanyi Beach, Tabanan, Bali
Tickets: IDR250,000 to IDR12,000,000
Suara brings music, art and sustainability together. This brand new initiative aims to educate and appreciate the relationships between humans, nature and technology, while also bringing together exciting music, art and culture.
Rudimental
When: 21 May
Where: Ulu Cliffhouse, Bali
Tickets: IDR350,000
The British drum and bass act Rudimental is bringing their grooves to Indonesia! Best known for their collaborations with Ed Sheeran, Anne-Marie, and Macklemore, and their number 1 single ‘Feel the Love’ feat. John Newman, the band blends pop songwriting with electronic production uniquely. Don’t miss this event for a night full of soulful and pumping music to dance to.
BNI Java Jazz Festival
When: 27, 28 & 29 May
Where: Jiexpo Kemayoran, Jakarta
Tickets: IDR 850,000 for daily passes, IDR 55,000 for the special show by The Temptations, IDR 450.000 for the special show by PJ Morton
The Java Jazz Festival returns with a mix of internationally renowned acts such as Emma-Jean Thackray and Alex Porat, along with local stars like Afgan and Danilla Riyadi.
Louis Tomlinson
When: 10 July
Where: Tennis Indoor Senayan, Jakarta
Tickets: Sold out
One Direction heartthrob Louis Tomlinson will bring his newest hits to Jakarta, the only stop in Asia that he will be making in his first-ever solo world tour.
Bigu Festival
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When: 16 & 17 July
Where: Hutan Kota GBK, Jakarta
Tickets: IDR 150,000 for one-day passes and IDR 275,000 for two-day passes
The star-studded weekend for anyone interested in the arts, and looking forward to music, unique ideas, comedy and fashion can get their tickets now for this year's Bigu Festival! Tickets are available now.
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