Indonesian Badminton Tournament and

Indonesian Cultural and Heritage Day

The day kicked off with an exciting badminton tournament. From powerful smashes to friendly rallies, every match brought cheers and smiles. Players of all levels came together not just to compete, but to enjoy the game that has long been a favorite sport in Indonesia.

It was truly heartwarming to see everyone supporting one another, and most importantly, having fun!

Indonesian Cultural and Heritage Day

After the tournament, the celebration continued with the highlight of the day: Indonesian Cultural and Heritage Day. The afternoon was brought to life with a series of vibrant performances showcasing the beauty and diversity of Indonesian culture. The audience was captivated by the rhythmic Tari Saman from Aceh, followed by the exciting debut of Tari Flying High from Dayak, and the graceful Tari Tempurung from Sumatra.

The performances closed with an interactive Angklung session, where everyone was invited to participate and experience the joy of creating music together. From there, guests gathered to share delicious Indonesian food and drinks, enjoying flavors that reminded many of home while introducing others to new culinary traditions.



(Saman Dance from Aceh by Khloe Nielsen, Crystal Johnson, Arin Hening, Cecilia Mathes, Riski Chenowith, Inge Han and Anisa Pelangi)

(Tari Tempurung or Coconut Shell Dance by Alisha Pratyangga and Alena Wiranata)

(Tari Flying High from Dayak tribe in Borneo by Arin Hening, Inge Han, Riski Chenowith, Cecilia Mathes, Mia Britton, Maya Hill, Crystal Johnson, Anisa Pelangi)

(Interactive Angklung Workshop with the attendees)

Community Spirit and Gratitude

A beautiful highlight of the evening was the interactive Angklung workshop, where attendees themselves became part of the performance. The shared music created a sense of harmony that perfectly captured the spirit of the day.

Each performance throughout the celebration was not only a showcase of Indonesia’s diverse traditions but also a way to share them with the wider Boise community.

To wrap up the evening, laughter and cheers echoed through the community center during the classic balap karung (potato sack race). Both children and adults hopped to the finish line, ending the night with joy and smiles all around—a true reflection of the togetherness that the Indo-Idaho community strives to celebrate each year.

A huge thank you goes out to everyone who made this celebration possible: from the athletes on the court, to those who prepared and shared food and drinks, to the talented performers on stage. Your contributions made this Indonesian Cultural and Heritage Day one to remember.

We look forward to welcoming you at our next event. Until then—Merdeka!