Tomohon Jazz Festival 2026 Makes History with Two Days of Music, Art, and Culture in North Sulawesi

Bringing together more than 7,000 visitors, top Indonesian musicians, local artists, and cultural experiences, Tomohon Jazz Festival 2026 successfully introduced a new destination for music and family-friendly entertainment in North Sulawesi.

TOMOHON — Two days of music, creativity, and cultural celebration have marked the successful debut of Tomohon Jazz Festival 2026, introducing a fresh festival experience in North Sulawesi.

Held as part of the grand opening celebrations of Metland Marron Hotel Tomohon, the festival welcomed more than 7,000 visitors of all ages, transforming the outdoor venue into a lively picnic-style gathering where music, art, nature, and local culture came together.

With picnic mats and folding chairs, families and music lovers enjoyed performances in a relaxed outdoor atmosphere, creating a unique festival experience for the city.

An Impressive Lineup of Indonesian Music Stars

The festival featured an exciting lineup of some of Indonesia’s most celebrated musicians, including Kahitna, Maliq & D’Essentials, Andien, Kunto Aji, Ardhito Pramono, Nadin Amizah, LS Band, Rony Parulian, Wizz Baker, Ever Salikara, Donfree, Kaban, and Jarvvv.

Across two days, the performers brought their distinctive musical styles and vibrant stage energy, creating memorable moments for audiences from different generations.

Beyond the music, Tomohon Jazz Festival offered a variety of activities designed to make the event enjoyable for the entire family.

More Than Music: Wellness, Art, and Minahasan Culture

The festival experience began in the morning with wellness activities at Taman Kelong, featuring Pilates and Hatha Yoga sessions organized with Manado Pilates & Yoga. Visitors could enjoy a peaceful start to the day before the musical celebrations began in the afternoon.

One of the festival’s highlights was Titik Tumbuh, an interactive and educational space presented by Yayasan Masarang.

Visitors could participate in Bloom & Create workshops, making souvenirs decorated with pressed flowers, explore the Art for Conservation exhibition, and discover traditional Minahasan music through the Denyut Minahasa kolintang experience.

Other activities included Jeda Tawa, a stand-up comedy stage featuring local comedians who delivered environmental messages through humor, and Pojok Interaktif Akar Masalah, an educational game introducing visitors to waste management, restoration, conservation, and local culture.

The Shared Canvas Warna Warga also provided a collaborative creative space where visitors contributed to a collective artwork.

Meanwhile, the Kumpul Bocah playground gave younger visitors a dedicated space to play, reinforcing the festival’s commitment to creating a welcoming environment for families and children.

Together, these activities transformed the festival into more than a conventional music event, encouraging visitors to connect with art, culture, the environment, and the local community.

A New Opportunity for Tomohon’s Tourism

As part of the grand opening of Metland Marron Hotel Tomohon, the festival represents an important step toward strengthening Tomohon’s position as a destination for tourism and cultural experiences.

Wahyu Sulistio, Director of PT Metropolitan Karyadeka Tomohon, expressed his appreciation for the positive public response.

“We are grateful that Tomohon Jazz Festival 2026 was successfully held and warmly welcomed by the community. For us, this festival is not simply part of Metland Marron Hotel Tomohon’s grand opening, but the beginning of an initiative to create a recreational destination that brings together music, nature, art, and Minahasan culture,” he said.

He also highlighted the festival’s potential to strengthen Tomohon’s tourism appeal while creating opportunities for local businesses and communities.

Tovic Raharja, President Director of Rajawali Indonesia, also welcomed the success of the inaugural event, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between music, participatory art, and local communities.

He particularly appreciated visitors’ awareness of cleanliness and their support for waste-reduction initiatives throughout the festival.

A Promising New Chapter for North Sulawesi

The successful debut of Tomohon Jazz Festival 2026 marks a promising new chapter for music, arts, and tourism in North Sulawesi.

By combining performances from leading Indonesian musicians with wellness activities, creative workshops, environmental awareness, and local cultural experiences, the festival has introduced a distinctive concept that appeals to visitors of all ages.

More than just a celebration of music, Tomohon Jazz Festival demonstrates how entertainment can bring communities together while showcasing the cultural richness and tourism potential of a region.

As the two-day celebration comes to a close, it also marks the arrival of Metland Marron Hotel Tomohon as a new hospitality destination in the city.

With its successful first edition, Tomohon Jazz Festival has laid the foundation for what could become one of North Sulawesi’s exciting new annual cultural and music celebrations.