JAKARTA – A tribute to the nation’s cultural heritage and diversity is present at The Apurva Kempinski Bali at the 2025 Powerful Indonesia Festival. This two-day program celebrates 80 years of Indonesian independence through experiences that unite heritage, contemporary arts, and sustainability.
“Powerful Indonesia Festival 2025 is a celebration to show the spirit of Indonesian fighting,” said Vincent Guironnet, General Manager at The Apurva Kempinski Bali.
Taking place from August 16 to 17, 2025 at the Ballroom Temple, this festival presents ventures from the creative industry, stunning exhibitions and art installations, to authentic culinary delights that invite guests to explore, taste, and interact with craftsmen from the best ideas of the archipelago.
Indonesia’s diversity is key to its power. This festival features cultural wealth through the talents of maestros, artists, and local businesses, which always promote creativity and traditions simultaneously,” he added.
This festival offers a series of interesting exhibitions and appearances, some of which are talk shows Plasticology’ performed by Made Bayak where he shares his experience in turning plastic waste into a very beautiful art and has an impact on nature’s sustainability. Then, Dwyma Adinatha, or better known as Dwymabin, collaborates with Daur Tera, presents environmentally friendly installations and together they discuss Renewful Movement’, promoting the sustainability of the earth with artistic practices.
At this festival, there is also a demonstration of recycling machines and recycled plastic design works, which describe the synergy between creativity and sustainability, as well as a better environmentally aware future advocate.
Featuring Indonesia’s richness and cultural diversity, the 2025 Powerful Indonesia Festival is a gathering place for art actors, opened with ceremonial performances by Kecak Kobagi, a dance community from Bali that revitalizes the traditional Kecak dance with a modern touch, and Ayu Laksmi, who performs stunning music performances, blending Balinese and Nusantara traditions.
This performance was also followed by music from DJ Rika, DJ Richart Volx, DJ Alya, and DJ Pepe, which brought a unique touch of music, from vintage recordings to a series of classic rock, soul, and airshed electronic music. The Apurva Kempinski Bali also presents a variety of culinary choices that guests can enjoy during the event.
Indonesian authentic culinary delights are displayed exclusively at the Powerful Indonesia Festival 2025, presented by talented chefs at this resort. There are various servings, ranging from Nasi Mix Apurva to the choice of Night Market Tampah Cooking, equipped with refreshing Mixed Ice, Cubit Cake, and many more.
The 2025 powerful Indonesia Festival also celebrates Indonesian creative crafts and economy, by inviting various entrepreneurs of creative products to handicrafts by local artists, featuring the dynamic Indonesian creative sector with a commitment to sustainability. During the event, guests were invited to participate in various masterclasses, meet exhibition participants, and experience firsthand installations that convert recycled materials into functional works of art.
Local entrepreneurs participating include Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) fostered by Bank Central Asia (BCA) and craftsmen from Asha Curated Boutique & Gallery, some of which are HANDEP, Pithecanthropus, Tenun Setia Cap Cili, I Wayan Puspa, Tarum Bali, Uluwatu Lace, and many more.
As part of a series of events at the 2025 Powerful Indonesia Festival, The Apurva Kempinski Bali will also offer special offerings to Indonesian veterans, appreciating them for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to the country. This moment is a tribute to veterans, who have helped shape the country’s history through their service.
A beautiful poem, which was composed of the memories of the veterans, was read to highlight their struggles and heroism. This special offering begins with a moment of silence and official respect, followed by the reading of a poem accompanied by touching music. Every veteran gives a sign of respect and appreciation, as a symbol of their services.
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