Hobby Mart 2026 to Unite Hobby Communities and Businesses in Jakarta

Hobby Mart 2026 is set to launch on June 7, 2026, at the Bali Coffee Club in South Jakarta, under the theme "Where Hobbies Meet Community." This event is designed to be a collaborative space, bringing together hobbyists, collectors, communities, and businesses related to hobbies.

Organizers envision Hobby Mart as a platform for more than just buying and selling. It will serve as a venue for sharing experiences and knowledge, and for expanding networks among various hobby groups. The event will feature a wide array of hobbies, including automotive, cycling, diecast models, model kits, action figures, photography, music, vintage items, memorabilia, and other collectibles.

Hari Bravo, the initiator from GARIS Enterprise, stated that the event stems from the community's need for a gathering space that connects different elements within the hobby ecosystem. "We want to create an event that is not only a place for transactions but also a place for sharing experiences, knowledge, and passion among fellow hobbyists," Bravo said during a press conference in Jakarta.

The event plans to host 30 tenants and attract over 20 communities from Jakarta and its surrounding areas. Budi Arwiyanto, founder of Retroforia, anticipates at least 500 visitors, including hobbyists, collectors, community members, and the general public, covering more than 10 hobby categories. The gathering of diverse communities and businesses is expected to foster broader interaction and strengthen the organically growing hobby ecosystem.

Adrian Kariem, Manager of Bali Coffee Club, sees Hobby Mart as a potential hub for collaboration between communities and creative economy players. "Hobby Mart is not just a community marketplace, but also a meeting point for creative economy actors, collectors, communities, and hobby lovers in an inclusive and sustainable celebration of hobby culture," he noted. The event will also include activities like a VW Bus Day convoy, photo hunting, and pickleball tournaments.