Indonesia's recommended holiday (Cuti Bersama) is a special holiday the government encourages citizens to take off on certain dates.
It isn't an official public holiday, but the government creates a break so that everyone can rest together.
It's usually set to align with religious anniversaries or important events.
For example, extra days off are added around holidays like Lunar New Year (Tahun Baru Imlek), Christmas (Hari Raya Natal), and Eid al-Fitr (Idul Fitri),
so people can enjoy a longer holiday. This provides an opportunity to extend the break, spend time with family, or take a trip.
These days are treated as public holidays like red days (official holidays) — companies and institutions are usually closed, and people relax or travel.
In short, Cuti Bersama is a people-centered holiday system that helps people rest more and recharge!
The 2024 Indonesia Cuti Bersama (recommended holiday) list is as follows:
- February 9, 2024: Lunar New Year (Tahun Baru Imlek)
- March 12, 2024: Balinese New Year (Nyepi)
- April 8, 9, 12, 15, 2024: Ramadan festival (Idul Fitri)
- May 10, 2024: Ascension of Jesus Christ (Kenaikan Isa Al Masih)
- May 24, 2024: Buddha's Birthday (Hari Raya Waisak)
- June 18, 2024: Day of Sacrifice (Idul Adha)
- December 26, 2024: Christmas follow-up holiday (Hari Raya Natal)
