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Must-visit festivals and exhibitions in Jakarta this weekend
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Jakarta is set to host various events this weekend. (Shutterstock/File)
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hether you are an adventure junkie, foodie, automotive enthusiast, or simply want to spend your weekend with your friends or family, the must-visit events in the capital city below are sure to be a worthwhile way to spend (or waste) your time.
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All fans of diving, adventure travel, water sports and outdoor adventures are recommended to visit the Deep & Extreme Indonesia exhibition at the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) in Central Jakarta.
Slated to run until Sunday, the event boasts promo offers for various outdoor equipment, including diving gear and watersport equipment, extreme sports gear and eco-friendly travel packages. It also features supporting events such as a seminar, and Indoor Challenge Duathlon using treadmills and static cycles, underwater photography discussion and other interesting events.
Admission fee: Rp 25,000 (US$1.88)
Indonesia International Outdoor Festival
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Those seeking good deals on outdoor equipment can visit the Indonesia International Outdoor Festival (OutFest) at the ex-Senayan Golf Driving Range in Senayan, Central Jakarta.
Also running until Sunday, this event involves communities of outdoor activity enthusiasts, travel agents and tourism agencies, according to kompas.com. Among the activities scheduled for the festival are Music Camp, City Camp Project consisting of live performances, sharing session and an amazing race, Food Camp comprising various culinary outlets from across the country, a seminar and other activities.
Admission fee: Rp 20,000
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Durian festival
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Known for its unique smell, taste and texture, durian has its own charm for food lovers. If you happen to be one, head down to the Festival Gila Durian (Crazy for Durian Festival) at Margo City Mall, Depok, West Java.
Slated until Sunday, the event will host durian auction, durian for sale for Rp 11,000, and stalls selling various durian products like frozen durian, ice cream, pancakes and juice.
Admission fee: Free entry
Jakarta is currently hosting the Indonesia Classic N Unique Bus Fiesta 2017 (InCUBUS) that features Indonesia’s classic and unique buses launched between 1940 and 1990.
Located at JIExpo Kemayoran in Central Jakarta, the exhibition is open to the public until Saturday.
Some the vintage buses that can be found at the event include the Mercedes-Benz OH306 and 1963 Mitsubishi bus, according to tribunnews.com. (wir/kes)
Admission fee: Free entry
