Be Part of the D-8 Culture Experience

D-8 HEI Cultural Festival

8-12 July 2026Tennis Indoor Senayan Complex, Jakarta

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Festival Story

A Cultural Journey Across Worldwide Nations

D-8 HEI Cultural Festival brings together the food, performances, crafts, and living heritage of worldwide nations in one immersive cultural celebration within D-8 Halal Expo Indonesia 2026.

Worldside nationsOne living cultural experience

Food

Halal tastes across continents

Performance

Music, dance, and living rituals

Craft

Textiles, objects, and artisan detail

Heritage

Stories carried by worldwide nations

Participating Nations

Worldwide Nations, +9 Cultural Signatures

A refined celebration of traditions from Southeast Asia, South Asia, West Asia, Africa, and the Caucasus.

Indonesia

Host Nation

Malaysia

Cultural Neighbourhood

Bangladesh

Textile & Heritage

Pakistan

Craft & Culinary

Iran

Art & Tradition

Türkiye

Performance & Heritage

Egypt

Ancient Civilization

Nigeria

Rhythm & Textile

Azerbaijan

Culture & Craft

Main Programs

D-8 HEI Cultural Festival Programs

Three immersive pillars shape the festival experience: stage, cuisine, and craft.

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Cultural Stage Performances

Experience traditional music, dance, and stage showcases from participating nations.

Illustration of international halal dishes and cuisine

International Food Bazaar

Taste international halal cuisines and signature dishes from across D-8 cultures.

Illustration of cultural artifacts, pottery, and heritage objects

Arts & Crafts Showcase

Discover handmade crafts, cultural objects, textiles, and heritage-inspired creations.

Festival Highlights

Every Day Has a Cultural Spark

A lively program of culinary, performance, fashion, craft, and tourism experiences for families, visitors, and delegates.

Live Cooking Competition

Traditional Performances

Heritage Pavilions

Modest Fashion Showcase

Artisan Bazaar

Culinary Tourism

Festival Experience

A Journey Through the Celebration

Move through the festival like a cultural path: from opening ceremony to heritage performance, marketplace discovery, and closing celebration.

Grand Opening

Cultural Parade

Live Cooking Showdown

Heritage Performances

Artisan Market

Closing Celebration

For Visitors

Enjoy food, performances, crafts, and cultural experiences from worldwide nations in one family-friendly festival.

For Delegates

Experience cultural diplomacy through heritage, creative economy, and cross-country collaboration.

July 2026 / Jakarta

Be Part of the D-8 Culture Experience

Join the cultural celebration of worldwide nations at D-8 HEI Cultural Festival 2026.

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