5 cool things to do in Jakarta this weekend (Feb 19-21)

Watch kung-fu masters perform death-defying stunts at “Shaolin Warriors”

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This martial arts theatrical extravaganza, which is taking the stage at the Ciputra Artpreneur Center this weekend, features 24 highly-skilled martial artists from China telling the story of a young child who comes to join a Shaolin temple and learn the ways of kung-fu in the year 1620. Filled with incredible stunts and superhuman feats, it’s an action-paced experience fit for the whole family. For more info read our preview.

Watch mixed martial artists battle for supremacy at ONE Fighting Championship (Saturday night)


If you like your martial arts displays a little more cutthroat and bone-crunching, than you’ll want to head to the ONE Fighting Championship at Istora Senayan on Saturday. Among the many exciting matchups is the headline battle between 61-fight winner Luis Santos and 40-fight winner Rafael Silva. Read Reuter’s preview of all the main event fights right here. Tickets start at Rp 150k, to purchase or for more info head to Kiostix.

See the most incredible news photos of the year at the World Press Photo Exhibition

“Christmas Factory”. Photo: Ronghui Chen / World Press Photo Competition

Fans of amazing photography need to check out the World Press Photo Exhibition taking place as Erasmus Huis starting Saturday. Featuring the 2015 winners of the highly prestigious World Press Photo Competition, each awe-inspiring photo tells a story unlike any other. Exhibition opening event Saturday at 4pm. Runs until March 12. For more info read our preview.

Get your ears melted at Djakarta Indie Project (Friday night)

If you’re a fan of indie rock, Beer Brother in Kemang is the place to be tonight. Djakarta Indie Project features a great lineup including the Sigit and CaptainJack from Jogja. Starts at 9pm, FDC Rp 50k.

Get into the groove with Late Night Audio (Saturday night)

The always dependable crew at GoodNWS Music are taking over the decks at Potato Head Garage this Saturday to bring you a groovy mix of sexy RnB, modern soul, funk, Boogie disco, and other soulful tunes.




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