Unusual Atmosphere at Tanah Abang Market: Quiet and Empty - Stalls Closed, When Will They Reopen?

Residents were active near Tanah Abang Market in Jakarta on Wednesday morning (25/3/2026) around 09:30 WIB, but the market itself remains temporarily closed as part of the 2026 Eid holiday period. (CNBC Indonesia/Faisal Rahman) Observations at the site showed the market atmosphere to be deserted, with all shops inside the building completely closed, following the operational schedule halted since 20 March. (CNBC Indonesia/Faisal Rahman) This condition contrasts sharply with the bustling weeks leading up to Ramadan, as many traders have returned to their hometowns to celebrate Eid. (CNBC Indonesia/Faisal Rahman) One shop in the Blok C area of Tanah Abang even indicated it would resume operations on 31 March. (CNBC Indonesia/Faisal Rahman) However, amid the closure of buying and selling activities inside the market, street vendors in front of shops around Blok B and along the roadside continue to open their stalls. (CNBC Indonesia/Faisal Rahman) One street vendor stated they had started selling since the second day of Eid. (CNBC Indonesia/Faisal Rahman) They were seen hawking their wares as usual, though the number of buyers was not as high as on normal days. (CNBC Indonesia/Faisal Rahman) Tanah Abang Market is planned to reopen and operate normally on Friday (27/3/2026). With the reopening of Tanah Abang Market, trading activities are expected to return to their usual vibrancy. (CNBC Indonesia/Faisal Rahman)