Name: Simple Plan Live in Surabaya
Start: 2026-11-28
End: 2026-11-28
Location: Jatim Expo

November marks the beginning of the wetter season in many parts of Indonesia, but the country’s event calendar remains surprisingly busy. From traditional ceremonies in Bali and Lombok to major international concerts in Jakarta and cultural festivals on remote islands, there are plenty of reasons to plan part of your trip around a special event.

November is also an interesting month for travelers who want to see a different side of Indonesia. Some of the country’s most distinctive events take place outside the main tourist circuit, including festivals in Banda Neira, Riau and the Sula Islands.

Here are the most interesting and useful events taking place across Indonesia in November 2026.

Indonesia Events in November 2026 at a Glance

Date	Event	Location	Type
November 3–6	Festival Kerinci	Kerinci, Jambi	Culture & Heritage
November 7–8	BTS 100 Ultra	Bromo Tengger Semeru, East Java	Trail Running
November 11–14	Festival Bekudo Bono	Pelalawan, Riau	Adventure & Culture
November 12–14	Banda Neira Festival	Banda Neira, Maluku	Culture & Heritage
November 14	Tumpek Landep	Across Bali	Balinese Hindu Culture
November 19–30	Perang Topat	West Lombok	Culture & Religion
November 20	Festival Film Indonesia Awards	Jakarta	Film
November 21	Guns N’ Roses	Jakarta	International Concert
November 21–22	Golok Day	Cilegon, Banten	Culture & Martial Arts
November 22	My Chemical Romance	Jakarta	International Concert
November 24–27	Festival Tanjung Waka	Sula Islands, North Maluku	Eco-tourism & Culture
November 26–28	Pemuteran Bay Festival	Northwest Bali	Eco-tourism & Culture
November 27–28	Simple Plan	Jakarta & Surabaya	International Concert
November 28–29	Kings of Convenience	Jakarta	International Concert
November 28–29	Joyland Sessions	Jakarta	Music & Arts
November 28–30	Banjarbaru Murdjani Festival	South Kalimantan	Culture & Arts

November 3–6: Festival Kerinci

Location: Kerinci Regency, Jambi
Dates: November 3–6, 2026
Type: Culture and heritage
Admission: Free

Festival Kerinci is an annual celebration of the cultural heritage and traditions of the Kerinci community in Jambi.

The main highlight is the Kenduri Sko, one of the most important traditional ceremonies in Kerinci. The festival also features traditional performances, a Fun Walk, a creative-economy and small-business expo, batik parades, culinary events and other local attractions.

Kerinci is also known for its dramatic mountain landscapes and natural attractions, making the festival a good reason to combine cultural sightseeing with outdoor travel.

For international visitors, this is one of the more unusual events on Indonesia’s November calendar because it takes place far from the country’s main tourist hubs.

November 7–8: BTS 100 Ultra

Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, East Java
Dates: November 7–8, 2026
Type: International trail-running event

BTS 100 Ultra is a major trail-running event held in the spectacular landscape of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park.

The race offers distances ranging from short trail categories to an extreme 170-kilometer ultra, with routes passing through forests, hills, savannah and volcanic terrain.

For ordinary travelers, the event is more important because it can affect access, accommodation and traffic around the Bromo area during race weekend.

If you are planning a Mount Bromo trip around November 7–8, check local arrangements before traveling and allow extra flexibility for transportation.

Our Mount Bromo Travel Guide covers the main planning details, while our Yogyakarta to Mount Bromo guide explains the main transport options.

November 11–14: Festival Bekudo Bono

Location: Kampar River, Teluk Meranti, Pelalawan, Riau
Dates: November 11–14, 2026
Type: Adventure, culture and nature
Admission: Free

Festival Bekudo Bono is one of Indonesia’s most unusual adventure events.

It takes place on the Kampar River in Riau, where a powerful tidal phenomenon known as the Bono wave creates unusually large waves that can travel upriver.

The festival includes Bono wave surfing, the Bekudo Bono competition, traditional dances, local music, folk games, an MSME market and camping activities.

The event combines Malay traditions with one of Indonesia’s most unusual natural phenomena.

For adventurous travelers willing to go beyond the usual Bali and Java routes, this is one of the most distinctive events in November.

November 12–14: Banda Neira Festival

Location: Banda Neira, Central Maluku
Dates: November 12–14, 2026
Type: Culture, history and heritage
Admission: Free

Banda Neira Festival is one of the most interesting cultural events in eastern Indonesia.

Banda Neira was once one of the world’s most important centers of nutmeg production, and the festival uses this history as a major part of its identity.

The programme includes the famous Belang parade, cultural exhibitions from six traditional villages, local art performances, Cakalele traditional dance and a large nutmeg-picking dance performance (Tari Petik Pala) involving around 1,000 dancers.

Visitors can also join a Gunung Api Banda trekking experience and the Nutmeg Trail Run through historic sites and nutmeg plantations.

Because Banda Neira is relatively remote, this is not an event to add casually to a short Indonesia trip. Travelers should plan flights, boats and accommodation well in advance.

November 14: Tumpek Landep

Location: Across Bali
Date: November 14, 2026
Type: Balinese Hindu religious celebration

Tumpek Landep is a Balinese Hindu ceremony associated with metal objects, weapons and tools.

The day is connected with the idea of sharpening both physical tools and the human mind. Families traditionally perform ceremonies and make offerings to objects considered important in daily life.

Visitors should understand that Tumpek Landep is primarily a religious observance rather than a tourist festival.

Travelers may notice ceremonies and decorated objects in villages and family compounds, but should avoid treating private rituals as entertainment and always follow local etiquette around temples.

November 19–30: Perang Topat

Location: Taman Lingsar, West Lombok
Dates: November 19–30, 2026
Type: Cultural and religious tradition
Admission: Free

Perang Topat is one of Lombok’s most distinctive cultural traditions.

The event represents harmony between the island’s Muslim Sasak communities and Balinese Hindu communities.

The main tradition involves participants throwing rice cakes, known as ketupat, at one another in a symbolic celebration of unity and prosperity.

The ritual takes place at Lingsar Temple and is recognized as Indonesian Intangible Cultural Heritage.

The wider event programme also includes cultural performances, local products, food and creative-economy activities.

For travelers staying in Lombok during November, Perang Topat is one of the strongest opportunities to see the island’s cultural diversity first-hand.

Our Lombok Travel Guide is a useful starting point for planning the rest of your trip.

November 20: Festival Film Indonesia Awards

Location: Jakarta
Date: November 20, 2026
Type: Indonesian film awards

The Festival Film Indonesia, or FFI, is Indonesia’s most prestigious national film awards programme.

The 2026 edition runs throughout the year, with nominations announced in October and the main awards ceremony scheduled for November 20 in Jakarta.

The ceremony itself is primarily an industry event and is not designed as a normal public film festival, so it is best considered a cultural date rather than an event to build an entire trip around.

For travelers interested in Indonesian cinema and contemporary culture, however, it is an interesting point on Jakarta’s November calendar.

November 21: Guns N’ Roses Live in Jakarta

Location: Madya Stadium GBK, Jakarta
Date: November 21, 2026
Type: International rock concert

Guns N’ Roses will perform in Jakarta on November 21 as part of the band’s 2026 World Tour.

The concert takes place at Madya Stadium GBK and features the band’s classic rock repertoire.

Official ticket information lists several categories, with general-sale prices starting at IDR 1,750,000 before taxes and additional fees.

For travelers visiting Jakarta around the concert date, accommodation around the GBK area may be in higher demand than usual.

Our guide to the best areas to stay in Jakarta can help you choose a convenient base.

November 21–22: Golok Day

Location: Cilegon, Banten
Dates: November 21–22, 2026
Type: Traditional culture and martial arts
Admission: Free

Golok Day celebrates the golok, a traditional Banten blade that has become a symbol of heritage, courage and community identity.

The event includes pencak silat performances and competitions, the Kirab Pendekar procession, exhibitions of traditional blades, local food and the Kampung Pendekar area.

For international travelers interested in Indonesian martial arts and traditional culture, it provides a very different experience from the country’s mainstream tourism events.

November 22: My Chemical Romance Live in Jakarta

Location: Jakarta
Date: November 22, 2026
Type: International rock concert

My Chemical Romance performs in Jakarta on November 22, bringing its live show to Indonesia during a particularly busy month for international concerts.

Official Indonesia Travel information lists tickets from IDR 1,059,000.

Travelers attending the concert should plan accommodation and transport around the venue in advance, especially because the date falls only one day after the Guns N’ Roses concert.

November 24–27: Festival Tanjung Waka

Location: Tanjung Waka Beach, Sula Islands, North Maluku
Dates: November 24–27, 2026
Type: Eco-tourism, culture and marine tourism
Admission: Free

Festival Tanjung Waka is an eco-tourism and cultural festival held on the remote Sula Islands in eastern Indonesia.

The event focuses on sustainable tourism and community participation, with cultural performances, local food, marine activities, outdoor experiences and historical attractions.

The festival is also designed around environmental awareness and protection of the area’s coastal ecosystems.

For travelers looking for a genuinely off-the-beaten-path Indonesian destination, Tanjung Waka is one of the most interesting November events on the calendar.

November 26–28: Pemuteran Bay Festival

Location: Pemuteran, North Bali
Dates: November 26–28, 2026
Type: Eco-tourism, marine conservation and culture
Admission: Free

Pemuteran Bay Festival is one of the most useful November events for travelers who want to combine Bali with environmental and marine experiences.

The festival celebrates Pemuteran’s reputation as an important coral restoration destination.

The programme includes music, local food, yoga, talks and workshops focused on coral reef conservation.

Because Pemuteran is located in northwest Bali, the festival can also be used as a reason to explore an area that many first-time visitors skip in favor of southern Bali.

The event is free and is officially scheduled for November 26–28.

November 27–28: Simple Plan in Indonesia

Locations: Jakarta and Surabaya
Dates: November 27–28, 2026
Type: International concert

Canadian pop-punk band Simple Plan returns to Indonesia as part of its The Bigger Than You Think! Tour, celebrating 25 years of the band’s career.

The Jakarta concert takes place at Tennis Indoor Senayan on November 27, followed by a show at Jatim Expo in Surabaya on November 28.

Tickets are listed from IDR 950,000.

This is particularly useful for travelers already planning a Jakarta–Surabaya route because the two concerts fall on consecutive days.

November 28–29: Kings of Convenience Live in Jakarta

Location: JIEXPO Convention Centre & Theatre, Kemayoran, Jakarta
Dates: November 28–29, 2026
Type: International concert

Norwegian indie-folk duo Kings of Convenience returns to Jakarta for two concerts as part of its Asia Tour 2026.

The concerts are scheduled for November 28 and 29, with doors opening ahead of the 20:00 performances.

Official ticket categories range from IDR 975,000 to IDR 1,500,000, before applicable taxes and fees.

The shows are all-seated and take place at JIEXPO Kemayoran.

November 28–29: Joyland Sessions 2026

Location: GBK Senayan, Jakarta
Dates: November 28–29, 2026
Type: Music, art and culture

Joyland Sessions 2026 takes place over two days at the GBK Senayan complex.

The event is built around a more intimate format than a large multi-stage festival and combines international and Indonesian music with film, comedy, interactive art, creative markets and food.

International headliners include British shoegaze band Slowdive and Canadian electronic artist Caribou.

Tickets are listed from IDR 588,000.

For travelers staying in Jakarta at the end of November, this is one of the most interesting contemporary cultural events of the month.

November 28–30: Banjarbaru Murdjani Festival

Location: Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan
Dates: November 28–30, 2026
Type: Culture, arts and local food
Admission: Free

Banjarbaru Murdjani Festival celebrates the multicultural character of Banjarbaru through traditional performances, local culinary events and modern entertainment.

The festival brings together different ethnic communities living in the city and combines traditional heritage with contemporary creative activities.

For travelers visiting South Kalimantan, it provides an easy way to experience the region’s cultural diversity while exploring a destination that receives far fewer international visitors than Bali or Jakarta.

November 2026: Bali Events With Dates Still TBC

Several important Bali events are expected in November, but their exact 2026 dates should not be presented as confirmed yet.

Sanur Village Festival

The Sanur Village Festival is one of Bali’s best-known community events, traditionally combining food, music, cultural performances, sports, environmental activities and beach events.

The 2026 Bali events calendar lists it for November, but the exact dates are still awaiting confirmation.

Makepung Lampit

Makepung Lampit is a special version of Bali’s famous buffalo racing tradition, held on muddy wetland terrain rather than the normal racing track.

The 2026 calendar lists the event for November, but the exact date remains TBC.

Goa Lawah Festival

Goa Lawah is one of Bali’s important temple sites in East Bali. The Bali events calendar lists the Goa Lawah Festival for November, with the date currently shown as November 23 in the provincial event calendar.

Because the detailed 2026 programme should be confirmed before travel, visitors should check the latest local information before planning around the ceremony.

What Are the Best Events to See in Indonesia in November 2026?

If you are choosing events specifically around a holiday itinerary, these are the ones we would prioritize:

For unique island culture: Banda Neira Festival
For Bali: Pemuteran Bay Festival
For Lombok culture: Perang Topat
For adventure: Festival Bekudo Bono
For volcano landscapes: BTS 100 Ultra
For traditional culture: Festival Kerinci
For marine and eco-tourism: Festival Tanjung Waka
For rock music: Guns N’ Roses or My Chemical Romance in Jakarta
For indie music: Joyland Sessions or Kings of Convenience
For pop-punk: Simple Plan in Jakarta or Surabaya

Which November Events Matter Most for Travelers?

Banda Neira Festival is probably the most distinctive event on the calendar if you want to experience a remote Indonesian destination with serious historical and cultural character.

Pemuteran Bay Festival is the easiest major cultural and environmental event to combine with a Bali holiday, particularly if you want to explore beyond the island’s southern tourist areas.

Perang Topat is the standout event in Lombok because it offers a direct look at the island’s unique interaction between Sasak Muslim and Balinese Hindu traditions.

For music fans, Jakarta becomes particularly busy in the second half of November, with Guns N’ Roses, My Chemical Romance, Simple Plan, Kings of Convenience and Joyland Sessions all scheduled within a short period.

Planning a Trip to Indonesia in November?

November is generally the beginning of the wetter season in much of Indonesia. Rain does not mean that travel is impossible, but outdoor plans should have more flexibility than during the dry season.

Our Indonesia Weather by Month guide can help you understand the seasonal differences between destinations.

If you are planning a Bali trip, see our Best Time to Visit Bali guide and Where to Stay in Bali guide.

If you are combining Bali with Lombok, our Lombok Travel Guide is a useful starting point.

Travelers visiting Java for the Bromo region should also check our Java Weather by Month guide, because November is the beginning of the wetter season and mountain conditions can change quickly.

November 2026 Events in Indonesia: Important Note

Some Indonesian cultural events follow traditional calendars or local schedules, so their dates can change between preliminary calendars and final programmes.

We have therefore separated confirmed events from events where the exact date is still TBC. If you are traveling specifically for a festival, check the official organizer or local tourism authority shortly before your trip.

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