2026 is a big year to celebrate lots of exciting things. When it comes to events, Yogyakarta has plenty to celebrate this year, from a music festival to an art exhibition. Many events in Yogyakarta in 2026 are highly anticipated and highlight the city’s cultural significance and energy. Mark the date and don’t miss out on the excitement!
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January
| Date | Event | Location | Description |
| September 27, 2025 – January 24, 2026 | Exhibition of Pangastho Aji | Kedhaton Complex, Keraton Yogyakarta | The Pangastho Aji Exhibition highlights the intellectual legacy of Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwono VIII. Officially opened on September 27, 2025, it features historical heritage through installations and objects. |
| January 24, 2026 | Awalan Fest 2026 | Maguwoharjo Stadium | Awalan Fest is one of Yogyakarta’s music events that helps bring punk alternative music into the spotlight in Indonesia. The festival will feature well-known national bands, including Rebellionrose, Superman Is Dead, The Jeblogs, Captain Jack, and others, at Maguwoharjo Stadium. |
February
| Date | Event | Location | Description |
| February 14-15, 2026 | Coast to Coast Night Trail Ultra #10 | Depok Beach | Coast to Coast Night Trail Ultra marks its 10th edition in 2026, offering distances including 100K, 80K, 50K, 30K, 15K, 7K, and a Relay 4x100K. As a premier Indonesian event, it attracts trail runners eager to take on Yogyakarta’s rugged, scenic southern coast. The demanding routes and striking landscapes make it a must-attend for thousands of participants looking to test their limits. |
| February 25 – March 3, 2026 | Pekan Budaya Tionghoa Yogyakarta (Yogyakarta Chinese Cultural Week) | Kampung Ketandan, Malioboro | The Yogyakarta Chinese Cultural Week is an annual events in Yogyakarta, held during the Chinese New Year. It features various traditional performances and serves as a place to discover Chinese New Year culinary delights. Throughout the week, visitors can enjoy every aspect of Ketandan Village, which is always festively decorated for the Chinese New Year. Its strategic location in the heart of the Malioboro area makes it accessible by Trans Jogja or private transportation. |
May
| Date | Event | Location | Description |
| May 7-10, 2026 | Land of Beauty 2026 | Plaza Ambarrukmo | Land of Beauty is coming back for four days in 2026. This event will take place at Plaza Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta and will showcase a range of beauty, lifestyle, and culinary brands for visitors to enjoy. For the latest updates about Land of Beauty 2026, follow @landofbeauty.fest. |
| May 8-10, 2026 | Yogyakarta Art Book Fair 2026 | Langgeng Art Foundation | The Yogyakarta Art Book Fair is held every year as a melting pot of artists, designers, publishers, and other creatives to collaborate. In 2026, it will take place at the Langgeng Art Foundation and invite art lovers from Yogyakarta and all over Indonesia to explore a variety of works. |
June
| Date | Event | Location | Description |
| June 19- August 30, 2026 | ARTJOG: Ars Longa: Generatio | Jogja National Museum | ARTJOG become one of the most awaited events in Yogyakarta. ARTJOG 2026 presents the concept of Ars Longa Generatio, a quote taken from the Ancient Greek philosopher Hippocrates, Ars Longa, Vita Brevis, which literally means “Art is long, life is short.” With a fresher, more unique concept, ARTJOG 2026 is ready to enliven the momentum of “Lebaran Seni” in Jogja through a series of special programs. |
| June 25-28, 2026 | Land of Leisures 2026 | Plaza Ambarrukmo | Land of Leisures will celebrate its 10th anniversary in June 2026 with a big four-day event. This annual festival is fast becoming a favorite for young people in Yogyakarta. For updates, check out their Instagram at @lol.yk. |
| June 2026 | Mandiri Jogja Marathon | Yogyakarta | Get ready for Yogyakarta’s biggest running event, the Mandiri Jogja Marathon, happening this June. This popular event attracts runners from across the country and around the world. For more information, visit mandirimarathon.co.id. |
July
| Date | Event | Location | Description |
| July 3-5, 2026 | Prambanan Jazz Festival | Prambanan Temple | Prambanan Jazz Festival is coming back in 2026 and will take place from July 3 to 5. Last year, PJF featured top artists like EAJ, Barasuara, Monita Tahalea, Nadin Amizah, Kenny G, Reality Club, Wijaya 80, and others. One of the PJF 2026 lineup is NIKI, who will be performing on July 4, 2026, on day 2. |
August
| Date | Event | Location | Description |
| August 22-23, 2026 | Cherrypop Festival | Yogyakarta | Cherrypop Festival is coming to Yogyakarta in 2026 with the theme “Repelita Musik.” The festival has announced its main lineup, featuring Juicy Luicy, The Adams, Perunggu, Eleventwlfth, Skandal, NDX AKA, Dongker, Drizzly, and more. The two-day event offers daily passes starting at IDR125,000. |