PORTALJABAR, BANDUNG CITY - The Soap Box Cart Race (LKPS) which has become one of Bandung City's legendary races since 1975, is back in its 11th edition. This time it is held at the Sasana Budaya Ganesha track, December 14-15 (14-15/12/2024).

Head of the Bandung City Culture and Tourism Agency (Disbudpar), Arief Syaifudin, emphasized that this event is not only a source of pride for Bandung residents, but also has the potential to be appointed as part of the National Charisma Event (KEN).

"I attended an extraordinary event, a legendary event of Bandung City, namely LKPS. Currently it has been included in the 10 Event Calendars of Bandung City. God willing, we will continue to encourage LKPS to be part of the National Kharisma Event," said Arief.

Not only is it a unique competition event, LKPS also presents various entertainment, including performances of Bandung's unique arts and culture, exhibitions of MSME products, and creative economy.

"This event is not only a competition, but also introduces traditional Bandung food and creative works of local people," said Arief.

He also invited all parties, including sponsors, to support this event so that it can continue to grow and become a bigger annual event in the coming years.

"This activity has extraordinary potential to boost tourism and the creative economy of Bandung City. I hope for full support from all parties," he said. (Bandung City Communication and Information Service/Revo)