Weekend Ngabuburit Recommendations in Jakarta, From Ramadhankustik Music Show to Art Exhibition

Weekend Holiday during Ramadan isn't just for lazing around at home waiting for iftar. There are several interesting agendas to fill your Weekend or ngabuburit (evening leisure) in Jakarta. 

If still confused about where to go, recommendations from the Jakarta Provincial Tourism and Creative Economy Office can be alternative choices for your weekend Holiday.

Several events are available for selection on 21–22 February 2026, ranging from religious Music, Art Exhibition, to thematic markets.

Ramadhankustik at Sunda Kelapa Grand Mosque

Ramadan afternoons feel more vibrant through Irama Ramadhan 2026 "Ramadhankustik". Sunda Kelapa Grand Mosque presents music performances, stories, and togetherness with the theme "Music and Stories".

Performers include music group Debu, Gambus Orchestra, Queen Lala, and many more.

Besides concerts, there are free health checks and children's coloring activities.

Day: Saturday - Sunday, 21 - 22 February 2026

Time: 13.30 - 17.30 WIB

Cost: Free

Come early, find a comfortable seat, and let the afternoon pass with musical melodies before the call to prayer echoes.

Exploring History at Jakarta Maritime Museum

For quieter and more reflective ngabuburit, the "Looking for the East" exhibition is an option.

North Jakarta Maritime Museum presents "Looking for the East", inviting visitors to trace Indonesia's maritime glory. 

This exhibition also educates on how oceans, shipping, and trade shaped the archipelago's civilization throughout history.

Perfect for those wanting unhurried time. Walk slowly, read each panel, then sit briefly enjoying the atmosphere of the old museum preserving stories of past harbors.

Day: until 26 March 2026

Time: 08.00 – 15.00 WIB

Cost: Rp5,000 – Rp15,000

Chinese New Year Market at SCBD

Ramadan coinciding with 2026 Chinese New Year makes Jakarta feel more colorful.

The SCBD Chinese New Year Market features various culinary offerings and MSME products, plus cultural performances blending Betawi and Chinese traditions.

Come morning for snack hunting, or evening while waiting for iftar. Red lanterns, food aromas, and performance stages make this area livelier than usual.

Day: until 26 March 2026

Time: 07.00– 22.00 WIB

Cost: Free

Exhibition "Imba: From Abstraction to Abstractism" at Salihara Gallery

For art enthusiasts, this weekend also offers contemplation space.

Imba: From Abstraction to Abstractism showcases over 80 works from 1950s to 2025. 

This exhibition provides deep insight into formalist approaches in Indonesian painting and sculpture development.

No need to rush. Enjoy one artwork, then move to another. Sometimes abstraction offers mental calm before breaking fast.

Day: Saturday – Sunday 21 - 22 February 2026

Time: 11.00 WIB – 19.00 WIB

Cost: Rp25,000 – Rp35,000

Installation "Crimson Gilt" at Jakarta Maritime Museum

Still at Maritime Museum, there's temporary exhibition "Crimson Gilt".

This installation explores Nusantara's maritime history within colonialism and global trade networks.

Beyond historical reflection, it's part of Jakarta City's 500th anniversary commemoration series.

This exhibition reminds that the city grew from ports, cultural encounters, and global commerce.

Day: until 7 April 2026

Time: 08.00 – 15.00 WIB

Cost: Rp5,000 – Rp15,000

Jakarta weekends don't require malls and traffic. Early Ramadan can be a moment to enjoy the city more slowly, warmly, and meaningfully.