OTW KEN
in Festival Series
A curated collection of journeys to Indonesia’s most remarkable cultural events, festivals, and local celebrations (Karisma Event Nusantara). OTW KEN connects travelers with authentic traditions, creative communities, and unique destinations through experiences that go beyond simply attending an event.
Festival SeriesOTW KEN 2026: Ubud Open Studios
Ubud Open Studios is one of the most exciting art events in Bali, offering the public direct access to artists' studios, creative spaces, workshops, and artisan houses, which are usually not open to the public.
Festival SeriesOTW KEN 2026: Bakar Tongkang Festival
Burning the Barge Festival The Bakar Tongkang Festival is one of the most iconic Chinese cultural traditions in Indonesia which is held every year in Bagansiapiapi, Riau. This ritual is carried out by burning a replica of a barge as a symbol of respect for the ancestors as well as a form of gratitude for the journey and life of the Chinese people who first arrived on the land of Bagansiapiapi.