BHINNEKA RASA, TUNGGAL ASA

Pesta Rakyat 2025 is back and bigger than ever, transforming King George Square into a vibrant hub of Indonesian culture and community pride. Held on a Friday to coincide with the city’s busy Friday night shopping crowds, join thousands as Pesta Rakyat brings the colours, sounds, and flavours of Indonesia to the heart of Brisbane.

This year’s event will be filled with tradition, entertainment, and fun for all ages, featuring:

• Flag-Raising Ceremony (Upacara) — A heartfelt tribute to Indonesia’s independence
• Traditional Performances — From dances and pencak silat to the “Sounds of Bamboo” angklung ensemble and special guest performers from Indonesia
• Local Indonesian Performers — Live music, dance, and cultural showcases by talented local communities
• Indonesian Culinary Bazaar — Authentic dishes and street food stalls from across the archipelago
• Cultural & Community Stalls — Traditional crafts, games, student organisations, and diaspora showcases
• Activities for Kids & Families — Family-friendly workshops, games, and cultural activities
• Raffles All Day & Night — Every ticket includes:
• One raffle entry for a chance to win an iPad
• A bag of exclusive Indonesian goodies from PESRA

What’s Included with Your Ticket

Your Pesta Rakyat 2025 ticket is more than just entry — it’s your all-day pass to a true Indonesian Independence Day experience in the heart of Brisbane.

Each ticket includes:

• Access to all activities, performances, and cultural showcases
• A chance to join the Upacara Bendera (flag ceremony)
• Angklung performances and guest performers from Indonesia
• Local Indonesian live acts and community showcases
• Kids’ activities and family-friendly workshops
• Full access to the Indonesian food bazaar and cultural market
• One raffle entry for prizes, including an iPad
• A bag of exclusive Indonesian snacks and goodies from PESRA

Come for the food, stay for the culture — and go home with prizes and a taste of Indonesia.

Every entry ticket includes exclusive Indonesian goodies and 1 raffle chance to win an iPad 

Whether you’re Indonesian, Australian, a local foodie, a tourist, or just curious, everyone’s welcome to be part of this celebration of unity.

Don’t miss the most colourful Indonesian event in Queensland this year!

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