A kampung-style celebration brings culture, connection, and cheerful chaos to the heart of Singapore’s Indonesian community
In a heartwarming celebration of Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day, Temu Main Yuk! brought together Indonesian families in Singapore for a day of cultural pride, playful learning, and community spirit.
In collaboration with Indonesian Embassy in Singapore, the event was specially crafted for young children, offering a space where they could connect with their Indonesian roots through stories and traditional games, and arts – all while having loads of fun with fellow little Indonesians.
From classic games like balap karung (sack race) and makan kerupuk (cracker-eating competition), the activities were inspired by kampung-style Independence Day festivities, reimagined for urban Singapore. Children laughed, ran, and played – just like generations of Indonesian kids before them.
A proud highlight of the day was the presence of His Excellency Suryo Pratomo, the Indonesian Ambassador to Singapore. With a warm smile, he personally thanked the organising team and extended his appreciation for the event’s meaningful impact on the Indonesian community abroad. His attendance reinforced the importance of fostering cultural identity in the next generation.
The event also showcased a strong spirit of collaboration between brands from Indonesia and Singapore. Indonesian-owned sponsors – Fore Coffee, Tek Tek Singapore, Nice Kids, Alamii Food, T-shirt Bar, Solas and Irvins – added a comforting flavour of home with familiar treats and gifts. Meanwhile, local Singapore brands like Hey! Chips, The Dinky Shop, and Drawnby: Jessica supported the event with thoughtful contributions, bridging cultures in a celebration of friendship and shared values.
At the heart of Temu Main Yuk! was a simple but powerful idea – that children learn best when they’re having fun. Through play, they picked up new words, practiced motor skills, and – most importantly – learned about Indonesia’s independence and values like perseverance, unity, and respect.
Organised by a group of passionate mums, including Arvelia Yardhika Ong, Felicia Apriliani and Alexandra Larissa, the event marked yet another milestone in their mission to build a warm, connected Indonesian family community in Singapore. And judging by the happy faces and little red-and-white flags waving proudly, they are well on their way.
As the red and white balloons floated skyward, it wasn’t just a celebration of the past – but a hopeful, joyful promise for the future of the Indonesian diaspora in Singapore.
