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Gawai Dayak (Hari Gawai) 2026 in Borneo
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Jun
Date
1 Jun (Monday)
Time
Mon 1 – Wed 3 Jun
Venue
X83C+62M West Kalimantan Radakng House, Sungai Bangkong
Pontianak, West Kalimantan, Indonesia
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The Gawai Dayak (Hari Gawai) celebration in Pontianak for 2026 is scheduled to take place in late April and late May, featuring two major cultural events:
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•Gawai Naik Dango (City Level): April 20 – 26, 2026. This ritual marks the 3rd annual Gawai Adat Dayak specifically for Pontianak City.
•Pekan Gawai Dayak (Provincial Level): Traditionally held starting May 20 each year. For 2026, this event (the 40th anniversary) is expected to follow this annual schedule at the West Kalimantan Radakng House.
•West Kalimantan Radakng House
•Venue: West Kalimantan Radakng House (Rumah Radakng).
•West Kalimantan Radakng House (Rumah Radakng)
•Description: A massive replica of a traditional Dayak longhouse (138 meters long) that serves as the central hub for cultural traditions, concerts, and ritual ceremonies.
•Cultural Parade (Pawai Budaya): A grand opening parade featuring thousands of participants in traditional attire, decorated floats, and various ethnic groups from across West Kalimantan.
•Traditional Arts: Colossal dance performances, traditional music competitions (Sape), and displays of Dayak tattoos and handicrafts.
•Rituals: Sacred ceremonies such as Naik Dango, a harvest thanksgiving ritual dedicated to Jubata (God).
•Competitions: Traditional sports (sumpit/blowpipe), beauty pageants (Bujang Dara Gawai), and culinary showcases of traditional Dayak food.
•Type: Cultural and religious festival open to the public.
•Significance: It is one of the largest cultural celebrations in Borneo and is often included in the Indonesia Travel national event calendar.
Updated at 21 Mar 2026
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