DKI Jakarta Provincial Government Bans Discotheques and Nightclubs from Operating During Ramadan 2026
Jakarta — The DKI Jakarta provincial government has mandated that nightclubs, discotheques, steam baths, massage parlours, manual and electronic adult entertainment arcades, and bars must close from one day before the start of Ramadan until one day after the second day of Eid al-Fitr.
The instruction is compulsory except for businesses located in four- and five-star hotels and designated commercial zones, provided they are not situated near residential areas, places of worship, schools, or hospitals.
The Head of the DKI Jakarta Tourism and Creative Economy Agency, Andhika Permata, explained that for businesses permitted to operate, specific operating hours have been set between 8.30 pm and 1.30 am Western Indonesian Time.
Other types of businesses are subject to different time limits in accordance with provisions outlined in the announcement.
In addition to operating hour regulations, business operators are required to carry out a “closed bill” process one hour before the end of their permitted operating hours.
Furthermore, on certain specific days — namely the first day of Ramadan, the eve of Nuzulul Quran, the eve of takbiran, and the first and second days of Eid al-Fitr — a number of businesses are required to remain closed.
The provincial government has also prohibited business operators from displaying pornographic, suggestive, or erotic content, providing gambling or narcotics, and causing disturbances to the surrounding environment.
“This regulation is not merely a restriction, but rather a proportional adjustment so that business activities can continue whilst still respecting the religious values of the community,” said Andhika in a statement on Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
The policy, issued through Announcement Number e-0038/PW.01.02 of 2026 concerning the Operation of Tourism Businesses during the Holy Month of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr 1447 H/2026 M, was published as a form of respect for the holy month of Ramadan whilst maintaining order and a conducive atmosphere in the capital.
Andhika added that the policy was formulated taking into account the economic conditions of Jakarta’s tourism sector, which is currently showing a positive trend.