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Jakarta Fashion & Food Festival facts for kids
| Jakarta Fashion & Food Festival JFFF |
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| Genre | Culinary and fashion festival |
| Frequency | Annually |
| Location(s) | Jakarta (primarily at Sentra Kelapa Gading area) |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Inaugurated | 2004 |
| Previous event | April 5th to May 6th, 2018 |
| Next event | 07 August to 08 September, 2019 |
The Jakarta Fashion & Food Festival (JFFF) is a big yearly event held in Jakarta, Indonesia. This exciting festival lasts for about a month. It is organized by the Jakarta government's Tourism and Culture Office. They work together with PT Summarecon Agung Tbk to make it happen.
The JFFF also gets help from the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy. The Indonesian Ministry of Trade supports it too. Many other groups, like fashion designers and media companies, also help out. The main goal of JFFF is to show off Indonesia's culture. It aims to make people proud of Indonesian fashion and food.
What is JFFF?
The JFFF happens every year in May. It takes place in the Sentra Kelapa Gading area of Jakarta. The festival has two main themes: fashion and food. These themes come to life through three exciting parts of the event.
Fashion Extravaganza
The Fashion Extravaganza is a series of amazing fashion shows. These shows feature talented local designers and popular brands. It's a chance to see the latest styles and creative designs from Indonesia. The JFFF Awards are also given out during this part of the festival.
Food Festival
The Food Festival is a paradise for food lovers. It has hundreds of food stalls and booths. You can find all sorts of traditional Indonesian dishes here. From tasty meatballs and aromatic soto soup to many local snacks, there's something for everyone. It's a great way to explore Indonesia's rich culinary traditions.
Gading Nite Carnival
The Gading Nite Carnival is a spectacular street parade. It features beautifully decorated street floats. There are also fun street performances and amazing lighting effects. This carnival brings a lot of joy and excitement to the festival. It's a highlight for many visitors.