Get Ready! Hundreds of Local and International Musicians to Light Up the Stage at Java Jazz Festival 2024

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While some Indonesians may think that the jazz genre is only enjoyed by a select few, that’s actually not the case. Over time, jazz music has grown in popularity among a broader audience. Fans now span not only the baby boomer generation but also millennials who enjoy this genre.

In Indonesia, jazz fans can easily watch live performances by their favorite artists at various music festivals. One of the biggest and most anticipated jazz festivals in Jakarta is the Java Jazz Festival. For those planning to attend the annual Java Jazz Festival 2024, here are some exciting facts to know!

1. Held for 3 days at JIExpo Kemayoran, featuring 11 stages spread throughout the festival area.

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With the theme Embracing Unity Through Music, the Java Jazz Festival 2024 is scheduled to take place from May 24-26, 2024, at JIExpo, Kemayoran, Central Jakarta. This year, the organizers will present 11 stages featuring 120 performances by 94 acts, including 17 international groups and 77 local musicians.

Entering its 19th year, the Java Jazz Festival 2024 will host a lineup of international musicians, such as Laufey, Snoh Aalegra, The Yussef Dayes Experience, October London, Yakul, Incognito, Eliane Elias, and The Amy Winehouse Band.

Local artists like Ardhito Pramono, Arya Novanda, Barry Likumahuwa, Bilal Indra Jaya, Idgitaf, Indro Hardjodikoro, Kurosuke, Mea Shahira, Mezzaluna, Nadhif Basalamah, Teddy Aditya, The Lantis, Romantic Echoes, Coldiac, Andien, and Maliq & D'Essentials will also be there to get the crowd singing along.

2. Promoted by Java Festival Production and Supported by Several Sponsors

Since 2005, Java Festival Production, founded by Dewi Gontha, has consistently served as the concert promoter for the Java Jazz Festival. This production company continues to delight jazz fans with top-notch performers and stage setups.

Along with the promoter, this annual event is made possible by the support of major sponsors, including PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI) and ALL-Accor Live Limitless.

Festival attendees can enjoy exclusive offers and special entertainment from ALL. ALL members can redeem their rewards points to purchase daily or three-day festival tickets, special show tickets, or stay packages with daily tickets at Accor hotels. Are you interested in trying it?

3. Tickets Available on the Java Jazz Festival Website

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To avoid missing out on tickets, it's best to purchase your Java Jazz Festival 2024 tickets now, Sob. Tickets for the Java Jazz Festival 2024 can be bought through the official website at javajazzfestival.com.

The ticket sales are divided into five categories: 3 Days Pass: IDR 2,250,000, Daily Pass Friday: IDR 950,000, Daily Pass Saturday: IDR 950,000, Daily Pass Sunday: IDR 950,000, Special Show: Snoh Aalegra - Sunday: IDR 650,000

After enjoying the performances and singing along at Java Jazz Festival 2024, here are some unique market destinations you can visit in Jakarta:

1. Antique Hunting on Surabaya Street

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Do you enjoy hunting for vintage items? If so, you should visit Surabaya Street in the Menteng area, Central Jakarta. Here, you'll find a wide array of vendors selling antique items like vinyl records, engraved ceramics, old kitchenware, jade accessories, and crystal lamps.

You'll also spot well-organized collections of antique coins, paintings, statues, tube TVs, radios, typewriters, telephones, and hourglasses. Besides antiques, you can also find various backpacks and suitcases for sale. And the best part is, prices here are relatively affordable—especially if you're good at haggling, you can grab a great deal.

Getting to Surabaya Street is quite easy. You can take the KRL Commuterline and get off at Cikini Station. From there, it's just a short 5-minute walk (about 350 meters) to the street. Sounds like a fun stop if you're looking to explore something unique while you're in Jakarta!

2. Spending the Weekend at Pasar Santa: Enjoying Coffee, Tasting Various Cuisines, and Shopping for Unique Items

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If your weekend feels boring, maybe it's time to visit a cool hangout spot. One of them is Pasar Santa. Unlike most markets that typically only sell basic necessities, Pasar Santa offers much more. Here, you can enjoy coffee, taste a variety of delicious foods, and shop for unique items.

This modern market building consists of three floors and is located at Jalan Cipaku I No 1, Petogogan, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, DKI Jakarta.

In the basement, you’ll find stalls selling vegetables, meat, chicken, fish, and other groceries. Moving up to the ground floor, there are shops selling household goods, clothes, gold, stationery, birthday supplies, mobile phones, and even tailors. On the first floor (or upper level), you'll discover a row of stalls selling various cuisines, unique thrifted items, toys, old-school cassettes, and vinyl records.

3. Hunting for Analog Cameras and Branded Thrift Items at Pasar Baru

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For those who are into analog photography and looking for cameras, lenses, or rolls of film, Pasar Baru is the perfect spot! You can easily find all of these items at the various shops in the Metro Atom and Harco Pasar Baru areas. The prices are relatively affordable and won’t break the bank, especially if you're good at bargaining with the vendors.

Aside from hunting for analog cameras, on the 4th floor of Metro Atom Plaza in Pasar Baru, you can also enjoy thrift shopping for branded fashion items such as t-shirts, shirts, jackets, hoodies, pants, and more, all at lower prices.

Here’s a tip for those planning to shop for thrift items at Pasar Baru: Always check the condition of the items to make sure they're still usable. Don't get tempted by cheap prices without carefully inspecting the quality of the items you want to buy.

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