Category: Entertainment

Music, movies, nightlife, festivals, and major events bringing excitement and fun across Lombok.

  • Exciting Ngabers Event Brings K-Pop Fans Together in Lombok

    Exciting Ngabers Event Brings K-Pop Fans Together in Lombok

    Lombok Zone – The recent Ngabers event, featuring fun activities and iftar, was a lively celebration for K-Pop enthusiasts in Lombok. This annual gathering saw participation from 15 different K-Pop dance cover groups, showcasing the vibrant culture of K-Pop within the region.

    Taking place on March 7, 2026, at Upnormal Coffee in Mataram from 5 PM to 10 PM, this year’s Ngabers also served as a precursor to the highly anticipated HOBICON 2026, scheduled for June 2026. The event attracted hundreds of dedicated K-Pop lovers who are part of KPopSquadLombok, fostering a sense of community and shared passion for music and dance.

    HOBICON, which stands for Hobby & Community Connect, is a regular event that connects various hobbyist communities across Indonesia, particularly in NTB. This year marks the fourth iteration of HOBICON, emphasizing its growing significance as a cultural gathering for fans of diverse interests.

    The enthusiastic atmosphere of Ngabers exemplifies the camaraderie and excitement that K-Pop fans bring to their gatherings, making it a memorable event for all participants.

  • Viral Culinary Roadshow Arrives in Mataram

    Viral Culinary Roadshow Arrives in Mataram

    The Viral Culinary Roadshow of Indonesia has made its way to Mataram, offering a delightful experience for food enthusiasts. The event is being held at the rear parking area of Transmart Mataram and spans from September 24 to October 5, 2025.

    With more than 200 vendors participating, the roadshow boasts an impressive array of over 1,000 distinct food and drink offerings, all inspired by the vibrant flavors of Bangkok. This culinary extravaganza provides a unique opportunity to enjoy the essence of Lombok infused with Bangkok’s culinary charm.

    The event operates daily from 10 AM to 10 PM, ensuring ample time for visitors to explore the vast selection of delicacies. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor to the city, this event promises to tantalize your taste buds and provide a memorable gastronomic adventure.

  • CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 Focuses on Cultural Diplomacy

    CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 Focuses on Cultural Diplomacy

    The Culture, Heritage, Arts, Narratives, Diplomacy and Innovation (CHANDI) SUMMIT 2025, themed “Culture for the Future,” was held at the Bali Beach Convention Center by The Meru Sanur on Tuesday, September 3. The event saw participation from the Deputy Governor of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), Indah Dhamayanti Putri, who was accompanied by the Head of the NTB Provincial Tourism Office, Ahmad Nur Aulia.

    This international forum was attended by ministers and deputy ministers of culture from multiple countries, ambassadors, heads of international organizations, and various stakeholders, including academics, university representatives, and regional leaders. The summit was officially inaugurated by Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture, Pratikno, along with the Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon, and Deputy Minister of Culture, Giring Ganesha.

    In his opening remarks, the Minister of Culture highlighted the strategic role of the CHANDI SUMMIT in promoting cultural diplomacy and strengthening international cooperation in the cultural sector. He emphasized the constitutional mandate to advance Indonesia’s national culture globally, stating, “This is part of our effort to promote our culture in line with the constitutional mandate, to advance Indonesia’s national culture amidst global civilization.”

    The Indonesian government also seized the opportunity to sign cultural memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with several partner countries. Minister Fadli Zon expressed hope for tangible outcomes from these agreements, underscoring the importance of the summit as a bridge to enhance and utilize Indonesian culture internationally.

    Further, Fadli Zon expressed aspirations for the CHANDI SUMMIT to become an annual event held in various locations, with the aim of promoting and developing cultural economics. “We hope to make this a routine event, with plans to hold the second CHANDI SUMMIT in a different city next year to further promote our culture and develop the cultural economy,” he stated.