Prambanan Home of Joy for Indonesian Creative Industry & Music Industry Players

InJourney Destination Management Commercial Director Gistang Panutur is committed to making Prambanan a home of joy for Indonesia's creative and music industries. He made this statement at the Prambanan Jazz Festival 2026 press conference at Agastya Field, Prambanan Temple Tourism Park complex, Yogyakarta, on Thursday (July 2, 2026).

"We continue to encourage national and international events, as their impact isn't just on the organizers or the destination itself, but also on the surrounding community, social, and economic well-being. That's why we're pushing for Prambanan to become a home of joy for creative and music industry players in Indonesia," he explained.

As a world cultural heritage destination, organizing every event in the Prambanan area needs to prioritize a balance between preserving cultural heritage and utilizing cultural spaces responsibly.

"We have a responsibility to ensure that every activity taking place in the heritage area maintains the conservation and cultural values ​​represented by Prambanan Temple. Therefore, we always ensure that the concept of each event is linked to the character of the destination, thus reinforcing each other," explained Gistang.

He added that the entire festival process had been coordinated with various stakeholders, including conservation authorities. In addition to conservation, InJourney Destination Management also prioritized comfort, safety, and sustainability throughout the festival.

"We are coordinating with the authorities by assessing all activities in the area, including music concerts. We are ensuring that all activities are safe for the temple buildings and remain in line with preservation principles. 

In the Prambanan area itself, IDM fosters over 600 MSMEs, which benefit from increased tourism activity during the festival. IDM presents Prambanan not as a silent monument, but as a vibrant cultural space.

"Music is part of cultural expression, so we want to continue to provide space for various works of art to be present in this area responsibly," he said.

Indonesia's leading music festival, Prambanan Jazz 2026, returns this week for three days, from July 3–5, 2026, at the Prambanan Temple Tourism Park. This year, the Prambanan Jazz Festival features international musicians such as Niki, Henry Moodie, Michael Learns to Rock, Joey Alexander, The Rose, and Xdinary Heroes. 

This year, the Prambanan Jazz Festival welcomed tens of thousands of visitors. Collaboration with promoters, local governments, security forces, and all stakeholders was crucial to ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for every visitor.

"Therefore, we want to make Prambanan a home of joy , a home for various creative works and the Indonesian music industry," he concluded.