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Indonesian Car Free Day urban initiatives

Overview

Indonesian local governments are implementing Car Free Day (CFD) initiatives to promote public health and stimulate regional economies through the support of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

In Medan Belawan, the first CFD was inaugurated by Mayor Rico Waas on August 2, 2026. The event, which included health services and bazaars, was intended to ensure that “happiness and health must reach all corners of Medan.” By late August, initiatives expanded in Medan, where the Jalan Sumatera CFD attracted over 6,000 participants and 160 MSMEs, and in Mojokerto Regency via the Peken Wilwatikta CFD.

In early September 2026, the program continued to expand across other regions. The Bogor city government officially resumed weekend CFD activities on Jalan Jenderal Sudirman to provide safe public spaces for exercise and social interaction. Meanwhile, in South Tangerang, Mayor Benyamin Davnie has proposed a “Car Free Night” (CFN) concept to further boost tourism and the local economy. While the CFN proposal remains under discussion regarding traffic management, existing monthly CFD events in BSD, Serpong, already support approximately 250 MSMEs through free bazaar participation.

Entities

Rico Tri Putra Bayu Waas · Muhammad Albarraa · Kodaeral I Belawan · Bogor City Government · Deny Septiana

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Indonesian cities expand Car Free Day programs for health and economy

    Cities in Indonesia, including Bogor and South Tangerang, are utilizing Car Free Day programs to promote public health, social interaction, and support for local small businesses.

  2. 13 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Indonesian cities use Car Free Day to boost local MSMEs

    Indonesian municipalities in Medan and Mojokerto are leveraging Car Free Day events to promote local MSMEs and provide public spaces for sports, culture, and economic activity.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Mayor Rico Waas inaugurates first Car Free Day in Medan Belawan

    Mayor Rico Waas opened Medan Belawan’s first Car Free Day on 2 Aug 2026, drawing thousands and featuring exercise, health services and a UMKM bazaar; officials plan it as a regular event to promote health and a

Sources

bantenekspres.co.id · beritajatim.com · gopos.id · mediaindonesia.com · sumutonline.com · ulasan.co

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