81st Anniversary of Indonesian Independence
Commemoration of the 81st anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia's independence — a state flag-raising ceremony at Merdeka Palace and celebrations nationwide.
DateAugust 17, 2026
LocationMerdeka Palace, Jakarta
ScopeNational
The commemoration of the 81st anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia's independence centres on the state flag-raising ceremony at Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on 17 August 2026. Celebrations run across every province — from ceremonies at government offices and neighbourhood contests to the state reception in the evening.
The event is open to coverage and public participation under local arrangements. The official programme is announced closer to the day through government channels.