Festivals
Edit ThisNational Film Day
Edit ThisThis festival takes place on 30 March and is celebrated by the country's film community. New films produced in the country are shown in various cinemas. A carnival is held along the main streets of Jakarta.
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Jakarta Anniversary
Edit ThisJakarta Anniversary (June). The city celebrates its founding with a glittering Metropolitan Ball where a "King and Queen" are selected. On the eve, several streets including the main business thoroughfare, Jalan Thamrin, are closed to traffic from dusk to dawn while there is street dancing and merry-making. The month-long celebrations before the actual day include social, cultural and sports events.
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Jakarta Fair
Edit ThisJakarta Fair (usually from mid-June) is the annual seven-week trade, tourism and cultural fair. Many regions of Indonesia, ASEAN countries and international firms participate. The first day is a kaleidoscope of traditional costumes and dances. Cultural performances are offered on special nights by separate regional pavilions.
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Grand Prix D' lndonesia
Edit ThisGrand Prix D'lndonesia (first week in July) at Ancol Circuit is the top racing event of the year with international participation.
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