October 17–19, 2026 · Alun-Alun Tugu, Malang

Indonesia’s Largest Batik Exhibition

Celebrating the heritage of batik.

Nusantara Batik Fest brings together artisans, designers, and visitors in one experience: batik-making workshops, a local business bazaar, design competitions, and a fashion show.

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📍 Alun-Alun Tugu, Jl. Tugu, Malang 🎟️ Tickets from Rp35,000
Highlights

Why Visit?

Five good reasons to spend your day at Malang Batik Fest.

Meet 100+ Batik Artisans

Join Live Workshop

Exclusive Fashion Show

Buy Authentic Batik

Networking with Designers

Batik artisan hand-drawing wax patterns with a canting
About the Event

Malang Batik Fest is an annual cultural exhibition dedicated to promoting Indonesia’s batik heritage. The event connects artisans, designers, local MSMEs, collectors, and visitors through exhibitions, workshops, fashion shows, and creative collaborations.

Its mission is to preserve Indonesia’s cultural identity while creating new business opportunities for local batik industries.

  • History Gallery — batik’s journey from coastal towns to royal courts, curated from museum and private collections.
  • Batik-Making Workshop — hands-on sessions with artisans, suitable for beginners and collectors alike.
  • Talkshow & Design Competition — discussions with designers and judging of new works from young participants.
  • Local Business Bazaar & Fashion Show — a showcase of tenant products capped off with a closing catwalk show.
Agenda

Three-Day Rundown

The program runs in sequence each day — join whichever sessions interest you most.

Friday
09:00–17:00

Opening & History Gallery

Official opening of the fair, a tour of the batik history gallery, and the opening of the local business bazaar.

Day 1
Saturday
09:00–20:00

Workshop, Talkshow & Design Competition

Public batik-making sessions, discussions with designers, and judging of competition entries.

Day 2
Sunday
10:00–21:00

Closing Ceremony & Fashion Show

Announcement of competition winners, closing of the bazaar, and a fashion show of tenant collections.

Day 3
Exhibitors

This year’s tenants

Every tenant gets their own profile page — visible before and after the event.

Batik Sari Kencana artisan at work

Batik Sari Kencana

Hand-drawn batik artisans from Pekalongan, three generations strong.

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Studio Rekawarna contemporary batik display

Studio Rekawarna

Young designers with a contemporary approach to batik.

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UMKM Canting Ibu coastal batik motifs

UMKM Canting Ibu

An artisan cooperative from Lasem, focused on coastal motifs.

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Gallery

Highlights from last year

Moments from the workshops, bazaar, and fashion show at last year’s event.

Testimonials

Real stories from our community

Real stories from visitors, exhibitors, and partners who experienced Malang Batik Fest.

★★★★★

“The workshop was incredibly engaging. I learned traditional batik techniques directly from experienced artisans, and the exhibition showcased authentic products from across Indonesia.”

Sarah Wijaya
Sarah Wijaya
Visitor
★★★★★

“Participating as a tenant helped us introduce our batik products to thousands of visitors. We gained new customers and valuable business connections.”

Batik Sari Kencana
Batik Sari Kencana
Exhibitor
★★★★★

“The fashion show provided an amazing opportunity to present our collection and connect with the local creative industry.”

Rizky Pratama
Rizky Pratama
Fashion Designer
★★★★★

“Malang Batik Fest offered excellent brand exposure and reached audiences who truly appreciate Indonesian culture.”

PT Nusantara Textile
PT Nusantara Textile
Event Sponsor
Location

Alun-Alun Tugu Malang

Address
Jl. Tugu, Kiduldalem, Klojen, Malang City, East Java 65111
Event Hours
09:00 – 21:00 WIB
Access
A short walk from Malang Kota Baru train station
Parking
Car and motorbike parking available around the Balai Kota Malang complex
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. However, we recommend buying tickets online in advance to avoid queues, especially on weekends.

Click the “Register as Tenant” button at the top of the page, then complete the form with your business profile and the products you’ll be showcasing.

Yes, each session has limited capacity. Workshop registration opens once your event ticket is confirmed.

Very much so. A dedicated batik-motif coloring session for children is available in the workshop area.

Contact & Partnerships

Have a question or want to partner with us?

Our team is ready to help with sponsorships, media partnerships, and any questions about tenants or tickets.