Bontang Lemperfair 2026 Officially Opens, Boosting Local MSME Economy

The annual Bontang Lemperfair 2026 festival officially opened at Lembah Permai Adventure Park, West Bontang, on Friday night. Featuring a distinctive Chinatown atmosphere, the event represents a collaboration between public entertainment and efforts to strengthen the economy for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Bontang City.

Anwar Sadat, Expert Staff for Government and Law, representing the Mayor of Bontang, officially opened the event with a traditional lion dance drum performance alongside Sony Lesmana, the owner and initiator of Lemperlag. The opening ceremony was further enlivened by acrobatic displays from the Samarinda Lion Dance team, which captivated attendees.

In his speech, Anwar Sadat emphasised that Lemperfair is more than just an entertainment event; it is a strategic space for MSMEs to market their flagship products. “Activities such as this are capable of providing high-quality entertainment while simultaneously driving regional economic growth through the vitality of MSMEs,” said Anwar.

Sony Lesmana explained that this year’s festival is more vibrant, featuring decorations of thousands of lanterns and various attractive photo spots. In addition to music performances and lion dances, the organisers have provided various entertainment rides and a diverse range of local culinary options to delight visitors.

To attract the public, the committee is offering daily door prizes and a grand prize draw on the closing night. Entrance fees are set at an affordable rate of Rp5,000 from Sunday to Thursday, and Rp10,000 on Fridays and Saturdays, with children under five years of age entering for free.

Through the combination of culinary tourism, cultural attractions, and support for the creative economy, Bontang Lemperfair 2026 is expected to act as a driver for the local economy and become a primary family tourism destination in Bontang City throughout its duration.