PORTALJABAR, BANDUNG CITY - West Java Festival is ready to rock West Java. The series of activities in the framework of the 79th Anniversary of West Java Province will be held on August 21-25, 2024.

The West Java Festival 2024 carries the theme 'Harmony of Collaboration'. The theme was chosen because it depicts the solidarity and togetherness of society in facing various dynamics of social life.

"This theme shows the cooperation and synergy between the government, communities, and society in celebrating and remembering the history, culture, and achievements of West Java. This also illustrates the strength and unity of the people of West Java," said Head of the West Java Tourism and Culture Office, Benny Bachtiar, Tuesday (20/8/2024).

According to Benny, Harmoni Kolaborasi symbolizes the unity of three cultural regions in West Java, namely Malay-Betawi, Kacirebonan, and Sunda Priangan.

Various arts and cultures from various regions will be combined through beautiful collaboration at the 2024 West Java Festival.

"This harmonization is very important because it is a diversity. We need to accommodate all to strengthen unity and togetherness in the West Java region," said Benny.

Of the five days of WJF 2024, there are various events that the public can watch live and free of charge at Gedung Sate, for two days Friday - Saturday (23 - 24/8/2024). Such as UMKM bazaar, culinary festival, workshop, seminar, arts and culture attractions, and music performances.

On the last day, there will be a music concert that will be enlivened by the appearance of top stars. The concert will be held in the GOR Saparua area of Bandung City.

"This year the concept is different from before. There are various festivals at Gedung Sate which will be held for two days, namely on August 23-24, 2024. Then there is a music concert at GOR Saparua on the 25th. Of course this can be an opportunity to improve the economy in West Java," concluded Benny.