Yogyakarta isn’t just a fun place to visit with its cool tourist spots, but it also has a ton of exciting events to check out, from cultural activities to music.

If you’re thinking about attending a music concert in Yogyakarta between by December 2024, there will be a bunch of big-name musicians performing or making guest appearances at different music festivals.

If you’re looking for the latest info on music events or gigs from your favorite artists in Jogja, keep reading!

December

Date	Events	Ticket	Purchase link	Location	Descripsi
7 December 2024	Mining Fest 2024	Rp55.000	Ticket	Stadion Kridosono	Mining Fest Dinamit 2024 is an event organized by the Student Association of the Mining Engineering Department at UPN “Veteran” Yogyakarta, featuring a music concert with the theme “Celestial Serenade.” The event explores the concept of positive human relationships and the importance of enhancing mental and emotional well-being, in line with the principles of nature. The event will be headlined by The Jeblogs, along with many other exciting performances to add to the festivities.
8 December 2024	NDX AKA 13th Anniversary Concert	Rp100.000-Rp175.000	Ticket	Lapangan Panahan Kenari	NDX AKA is a hip-hop group from Yogyakarta, known for their hit songs like “Sayang,” “Nemen,” “Apa Kabar Mantan,” and many more. They will celebrate 13 years of their musical journey by embarking on a tour across Indonesia, with a performance scheduled in Yogyakarta on December 8, 2024.
14 December 2024	Saemen Fest	Rp200.000	Ticket	Area Parkir Mandala Krida	Saemen Festival is a music concert event in Yogyakarta aimed at creating memorable performances, fostering a positive atmosphere, and contributing to the Indonesian music ecosystem. In 2024, the festival will feature some of the best musicians in Indonesia, including Bernadya, FSTVLST X THE ADAMS, Endah N Rhesa, and Pamungkas.
14-15 December 2024	Sound Sessions Fest	Rp175.000-Rp375.000	Ticket	Lapangan Kenari Yogyakarta	Sound Sessions Fest 2024 will take place over two days, featuring a diverse lineup of national musicians from various music genres. Over these two days, the audience will enjoy performances by Rony Parulian, Bilal Indrajaya, The Changcuters, Juicy Luicy, Padi Reborn, Coldiac, Lomba Sihir, NDX AKA, Rebellion Rose, and many more. This Yogyakarta music concert in 2024 will also include several pre-events in major cities across Indonesia, such as Semarang, Lampung, and Jakarta, offering an intimate and exclusive experience.
15 December 2024	Jogjarockarta 2024	Rp420.000	Ticket	Stadion Kridosono	Rock music fans, it’s time to join in! The Jogjarockarta Festival is back in 2024, featuring a lineup of legendary rock bands such as Sepultura, Overkill, Scorpions, Whitesnake, Power Trip, Slank, and Dream Theater.

Yogyakarta New Year Events

The New Year 2025 event in Yogyakarta has been eagerly anticipated by tourists, as the new year is just around the corner. Various events for New Year’s 2025 are being planned by the government to entertain both locals and visitors coming to Yogyakarta. These events will take place in shopping centers, restaurants, amusement parks, and popular tourist spots throughout the city.

Recently, the local government of Yogyakarta officially announced the Calendar of Events (COE). The COE DIY includes a variety of featured New Year events for Yogyakarta 2025, which will take place throughout the year. The COE carries the theme Journey Wonderful Jogja, aiming to entertain and provide a memorable experience for the people.

The 2025 DIY Calendar of Events will feature cultural arts events, festivals, sports tourism, MICE events, competitions, and music events. Here are some of the key New Year events in Yogyakarta for 2025:

1. Swara Prambanan Concert with Sheila on 7

The Swara Prambanan Concert featuring Sheila on 7 is highly anticipated by many. This New Year’s Eve event in Yogyakarta 2025 will take place on the night of December 31, 2023.

The concert, titled Membangun Bukti Cinta ke-1000, will feature a lineup of top Indonesian musicians, including Sheila on 7, Ndarboy Genk, Shaggydog, Jikustik, and Kunto Aji.

In addition to pop music performances, Swara Prambanan will also incorporate authentic Javanese cultural elements, such as the Sendratari Ramayana dance-drama and the Sinema Rakyat Pasar Medang film screening. The event organizers are now selling tickets with presale prices ranging from IDR 275,000 to IDR 425,000.

2. Chinese Cultural Week

The Chinese Cultural Week (Pekan Budaya Tionghoa) offers a Chinese-themed entertainment experience. After the success of the 2023 Chinese Cultural Week, the Yogyakarta government will once again host this event to enrich the tourism activities in 2025.

This event typically lasts for a week and features a variety of exciting activities, such as lion dance performances, Mandarin music concerts, art exhibitions, Mandarin language competitions, Mandarin karaoke contests, painting competitions, and Potehi puppet shows.

If you’re interested in Chinese culture, attending the Chinese Cultural Week is a great choice. This New Year event in Yogyakarta 2025 is expected to take place in early January.

3. Jogja Flower Fest

The Jogja Flower Fest is also expected to be part of the 2025 events. Do you love and admire the beauty of flowers? If so, this New Year event in Yogyakarta 2025 is a must-visit for you. In fact, the Flower Festival is the first and largest event of its kind in Indonesia.

The event typically collaborates with various flower suppliers, showcasing hundreds of types of fresh flowers, floral installations, seminars, workshops, and competitions.

In 2023, the event was held at a hotel in March. Participants could enjoy activities such as flower arrangement seminars for formal events, workshops, and flower arranging competitions with prizes worth millions of rupiah. Registration fees varied, ranging from IDR 150,000 to IDR 500,000.

4. Pasar Kangen

The Pasar Kangen (Nostalgia Market) is always eagerly awaited by locals and tourists in Yogyakarta. Held only once a year and lasting just a few days, this event brings a nostalgic vibe with a wide array of unique and rare traditional Indonesian dishes. Visitors can also find antique items and traditional crafts that are increasingly hard to come by in modern times.

While it shares similarities with regular night markets, the variety of regional and traditional snacks sets Pasar Kangen apart.

Additionally, the organizers often host Jogja-specific cultural performances, such as traditional dances, adding to its charm. Unfortunately, there is no confirmed date for the next Pasar Kangen yet, but it is likely to take place in mid-2025.

5. Jogja Fashion Carnival 2025

The Jogja Fashion Carnival Parade is set to be one of the standout events for Yogyakarta’s 2025 New Year celebrations, organized by the local government.

This event draws significant attention with its unique and captivating costume creations made primarily from lurik, a traditional Yogyakarta handwoven fabric.

Participants’ fashion designs must incorporate elements of local culture, such as myths, historical landmarks, nature, cuisine, and other aspects of Yogyakarta’s heritage.

In addition to admiring the creativity and beauty of the costumes, attendees can also enjoy performances by ceremonial flag bearers and marching bands. However, details regarding the event’s schedule and ticket prices have not yet been announced.

6. Jogja Violin Fest 2025

The Jogja Violin Fest has been confirmed to return in 2025. This festival uniquely blends local wisdom with traditional music, featuring the violin as a central element. In 2025, it gained widespread success by combining dangdut music with violin performances. The event took place at Tebing Breksi.

Carrying the theme Tala Aksawakya, the festival featured top Indonesian singers such as Woro Widowati, King Gasing, FAS, Okky Kumala, and Vicky Prasetyo, along with collaborations involving community groups.

The Jogja Violin Fest 2025 is perfect for those who appreciate musical collaborations. If you’d like to attend this event or other New Year celebrations without the hassle of securing tickets, you can take advantage of Niagatour’s Jogja tour packages!

7. Prambanan Jazz Festival

The Prambanan Jazz Festival is another highlight of Yogyakarta’s 2025 New Year events. This year, it also marks the 10th anniversary of the festival.

The event beautifully blends musical masterpieces, art, and the historical significance of Prambanan Temple over the course of three days and nights. In addition to captivating visitors with enchanting music, the festival will also offer traditional culinary delights.

The Prambanan Jazz Festival 2025 is scheduled to take place on July 5, 6, and 7, 2024. Early bird tickets are already on sale, with prices ranging from IDR 450,000 to IDR 600,000 for full-event passes.

8. Grebeg Syawal

Grebeg Syawal is eagerly anticipated by tourists. The Yogyakarta Regional Government has officially announced that Grebeg Syawal 2025 will take place.

This cultural event symbolizes the Sultan’s generosity toward his people, known as hajat dalem. On the day of Grebeg Syawal, the Sultan distributes alms in the form of food and various agricultural produce.

These offerings are arranged in towering structures resembling mountains. Grebeg Syawal is held as part of the Eid al-Fitr celebrations at the Yogyakarta Palace (Keraton). The event involves the entire palace community and is open to people from all walks of life.

9. Jogja International Kite Festival

The Jogja International Kite Festival (JIKF) is set to return next year. Following the success of JIKF 2023, which showcased 1,001 kites from around the world and featured participants from nine countries, including the United States, Japan, Switzerland, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, and South Korea, JIKF 2025 promises another spectacular event.

While the exact date and location have yet to be announced, it is highly likely that the festival will once again be held at a beach, given the strong and unobstructed winds that make it ideal for kite flying.

If you’re planning to attend but lack suitable transportation for your family, you can take advantage of Niagatour’s car rental services in Jogja!

10. Artjog

Artjog is a must-visit for art enthusiasts. As part of Yogyakarta’s 2025 New Year events, Artjog serves as a meeting space for new ideas in art and creativity. It also functions as a platform for sharing knowledge, aesthetic experiences, and the latest developments in the art world.

The festival features art exhibitions, various educational art programs, and more, making it perfect for those with a deep appreciation for the arts. While the official dates have yet to be announced, ticket prices are estimated to range from IDR 50,000 to IDR 75,000 per person.

3 Places to Visit When it Comes to New Year in Yogyakarta

New Year’s Day is one of the most eagerly anticipated occasions for many people around the world, a time to celebrate the arrival of a new year or to express gratitude for the year that has passed.

The Gregorian New Year is typically celebrated with great enthusiasm across the globe, and Yogyakarta is no exception. In addition to local residents, many tourists plan their year-end vacations to experience the New Year festivities in Jogja.

1. Tugu Jogja

Who doesn’t know Tugu Jogja? Anyone reading Alodia’s article must at least be familiar with this landmark, one of Yogyakarta’s main icons. Officially named Tugu Golong Gilig, this monument was built in 1755 during the early establishment of the Yogyakarta Palace (Kraton), under the reign of Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwono I.

2. Tebing Breksi

This tourist spot is relatively new compared to other destinations in Jogja, officially opening in 2015. Despite this, it has quickly become one of the most popular attractions in Sleman Regency.

Tebing Breksi originally served as a natural stone quarry, but mining activities ceased in 2014 as the area was designated part of the Nglanggeran Ancient Volcano Conservation Area. Following the closure, the government and local community transformed the cliffs into a tourist destination, carving them with beautiful Javanese motifs such as wayang (shadow puppets) and Javanese dragons.

In addition to its cultural appeal, Tebing Breksi offers stunning views from atop its hill, with the city of Jogja as its backdrop, making it a favorite spot for photography enthusiasts.

During New Year’s celebrations, Tebing Breksi becomes one of the most exciting places to visit in Jogja. Visitors can enjoy the dazzling fireworks displays across the city, along with various events and a fireworks party held at Tebing Breksi itself.

3. Malioboro & Titik Nol Jogja

The legendary Malioboro Street is undoubtedly one of the most popular New Year’s destinations in Jogja. Thousands of locals and tourists gather along Malioboro Street all the way to the Zero Point of Jogja to celebrate the year-end festivities in grand style.

Malioboro and the Zero Point of Jogja can be considered the main hubs of New Year’s celebrations, as the 2-kilometer stretch leading to the Zero Point becomes packed with people eager to watch the fireworks, enjoy live music performances and other attractions, and blow their trumpets. It’s an unforgettable experience when you witness it firsthand!

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