What weāre about
We are the biggest, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakarta...
...and we invite you to join us! Everyone is always welcome.
Jakarta Creatives is the community to explore, practice, or enjoy all forms of art and creativity in Jakarta. We do book swaps, karaoke nights, writing sessions, enjoy poetry together, watch movies, do photography walking tours, and much more! It's all about authentic connections in an uncomplicated and informal setting.
You can see past events here: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/?type=past
Together, we are creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome. This group is a convergence of people and cultures.
Over the past 1,5 year, we have had more than 150 events with over 1,500 attendees. Everyone should always feel welcome to join disregarding from their ethnicity, nationality, religion, creed, age, language skills, gender identification, sexual orientation, background, ability, income, social status, or any other arbitrary trait.
From September 2024, we have a yearly membership fee to join our events. The membership fee is not expensive and gives access to all events + exclusive perks! There's so much more value to members than having an event fee. We guarantee keep organising plenty of events and the fee is refundable if the group closes down or if there are no events for more than three months. You can attend the first event for free and take a look!
- Join the WhatsApp community for announcements: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx
- People who have attended one event in person can request to join the Community Chat on WhatsApp. This is a safe space free of spam, harassement, and unwelcome online behaviours!
- Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives/
Feel free to **join the group Jakarta Friends: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/** With Jakarta Friends we play board games, talk business, socialize, eat and drink together, do language exchanges, explore the city by walking and culinary tours, and much more!
We look forward to meet you at a next event!
Corrado & the team of co-organisers
AN IMPORTANT NOTE ON THIS COMMUNITY: This group is welcome to everyone who genuinely wants to connect. I will not tolerate the following behaviour:
- marketing promotions without checking with the admin first (including aggressive marketing strategies, pet trading, self-centered offers, non-relevant posts)
- negativity and blaming (including spreading false information, critizicing without offering a honest feedback or alternative solutions)
- harrassement, discrimination, intolerance, disrespectful behaviour
- it's important that people respect RSVP at event, and are respectful of everyone's time and efforts in organising events
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Shut up and... READ! š Vol. VI with Jakarta CreativesCOZIO, Jakarta
We are the biggest, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakartaā¦
ā¦and we invite you to join us for this shut up and... READ Vol. IV! This event is FREE to attend!
Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle.
Come as you are... itās the best version of yourself.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Literature lovers, your attention please... That's your dream event!We will meet and... just... read! As simple as that! For about 2 hours, everyone will be reading their own stuff.
Books, magazines, comics, blogs, papers... Fiction, non-fiction, memoirs, news, poetry... Online, with reading pad, with physical book... it doesn't matter! Just show up and enjoy this quiet and communal reading experience!
At the end of the event, we will connect and chit chat about anything related to what we just read (or to literature in general).
What do you like to read? What is your reading routine? Do you need inspiration for your next read? Or perhaps you wish to share your favourite story with everyone? You are most welcome to share your experience with everyone, and get to know fellow readers!
We have organised this event before. Take a look here:
- Shut up and... READ (April 2025)
- Shut up and... READ (February 2025)
- Shut up and... READ (January 2025)
ABOUT THE VENUE
COZIO Communal Space is an area filled with a wide selection of food and drinks, such as coffees, pastries, steaks, etc.- At the venue, ask for "MeetUp" or "Corrado" at the staff.
- Here is a link to the venue for more information: www.instagram.com/cozio.communal.space
- We encourage you to reach the event by public transportation.
HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?
To register, just click āAttendā! There are a few simple rules- We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to update RSVP at least 24 h before the event as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers.
- You can arrive any time but I'd recommend you'll be on time to feel the vibe of this event and to not disrupt everyone who's already started reading
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY
Our communities are:- Jakarta Friends: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends
- Jakarta Creatives: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/
Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years we held over 200 events with over 2,000 attendees. Attendees rate our events very positively and give wonderful feedback.
We value diversity and inclusivity, respect and authenticity. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kinds.- You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx
- Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives
- For questions about the event, please post a comment in the event page
- BOOK CLUB: "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho šš®š§š» with Jakarta Creativesthe Banyan Nook - Coffee & Eatery, Jakarta Pusat
Hello, Jakarta Creative! Are you a member of Jakarta Friends yet?
Want to see pictures of past events? Take a look here! And feel free to upload a few pictures you might take at the event š
JakCre and JakFri is THE biggest, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakartaā¦ and we invite you to join us for this BOOK CLUB of "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho!
Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle.
Come as you are... itās the best version of yourself.
ABOUT THE EVENT
The idea is very simple: we will meet and discuss the book. Everyone will receive a copy of the book as PDF beforehand for free (which we kindly ask not to share with everyone - this is a book discussion for educational purposes). Please reach out to the host to receive your free PDF and feel free to ask any question in the discussion section of the event page.Everyone is encouraged to read the short book (in English, about 100 pages) beforehand to participate to the discussion. Coming without having read the book is possible, but just half the fun.
The host will give a short introduction about the book and guide through the discussion, which will be very informal and fun. Everyone is encouraged to share their thoughts and ask questions to the group. This event is introvert friendly! No one will be put on the spot or forced to speak. Just join and share your passion for literature, no matter how much you read.
This is a dream event for anyone who wishes to take a deep dive into literature and have a fun, social lunch time. Our book club will be in English. Everyone's English level is OK as this is a nice occasion to practice English in an informal and welcoming setting.
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About the book
Far beyond the shimmering mirage of gold and despite its infamy as somewhat pseudo-scientific, alchemy weaves a profound tapestry of transformation, its philosophical threads entwining the soulās eternal quest for spiritual transcendence.In The Alchemist, Santiago, a young Andalusian shepherd, wanders the pastoral hills of Spain, cradled by natureās tranquil embrace yet stirred by recurring dreams of a treasure hidden near the Egyptian pyramids. These visions propel him into a transcendent odyssey, where bitter betrayals, a fated romance, and encounters with kings, sages, and alchemists unveil the omens guiding him toward his āPersonal Legend.ā
Join us for a mystical and exhilarating discussion, orchestrated not by mere mortals but by the universe itself, as we rekindle the sparks of dreams long buried in our collective souls. For, as Coelho whispers...
āWhen you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.ā
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Discover more about the book on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18144590-the-alchemist
We have had several Book Clubs before! Take a look at these past events:
- BOOK CLUB: "The Little Prince" by Antoine de Saint-ExupƩry (July 2025)
- BOOK CLUB: "Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad (June 2025)
- BOOK CLUB: "We" by Yevgeny Zamyatin (May 2025)
- BOOK CLUB: "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield (Apr 2025)
- BOOK CLUB: "Man's Search for Meaning" by Victor E. Frankl (Feb 2025)
- BOOK CLUB š: "Let's become fungal" by Yasmine Ostendorf-RodrĆguez (Sept 2024)
- BOOK CLUB š: Short stories about fungi by various authors (Aug 2023)
- BOOK CLUB š: "Entangled Life" by Merlin Sheldrake (Mar 2023)
ABOUT THE VENUE
The Banyan Nook is a spacious, vintage, homey, and geographically strategic coffee and eatery right by the Cikini Station bound to evoke just the right mood for discussing literatures. It's one of those hidden gems that you kind of don't want to tell people about but hey, a pleasure shared is a pleasure doubled.Find out more about them here: https://www.instagram.com/thebanyanook/
ABOUT THE HOST
Your host for this event, Ben, is a literature enthusiast eager to learn not only from texts but also from fellow readers' interpretations and personal experiences. He will guide everyone through the discussion for a memorable book club event.HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?
To register, just click āAttendā! There are a few simple rules- We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to update RSVP at least 24 h before the event as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers.
- Be on time! We want to start the discussion together.
- People in the waitlist cannot attend, and are encouraged to check a few hours before the event if they got a spot
- Repeated no-show (3X) without updating RSVP will be removed from the group.
- Attendees who bring a +1 are responsible to make sure that the guest understands and agrees to our rule of respect and inclusivity
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
WE HAVE A MEMBERSHIP FEE. HOW DOES IT WORK?
Our community has a membership fee of 300k IDR valid for 365 days after payment. Membership fee is offered with a promo discount to new members and first-timers, who can become members for 220k IDR/year. First-timers can decide to attend one event for free and see if they like becoming part of this community.Membership to both Jakarta Friends and Jakarta Creatives is offered for only 390k IDR/year. Membership gives access to all events plus exclusive perks available only to paying members, like for example our Give Away Birthday Celebrations with lucky draw (Sept 2024) or FREE pasta cooking (and eating š) workshop (Nov 2024) or Museum visits with FREE GUIDED TOURS (Sept 2024). To many events, attendees can bring a +1 for free.
First-timers can decide to attend one event for free and see if they like becoming part of this community. Membership can be paid on the spot (cash/bank transfer/Gopay). Text Corrado (+62 89211 489 3580) if you have any questions about membership.
To all members we guarantee to keep organizing plenty of events. You will receive a full refund if the group closes down, or if thereās no event happening in three months.
In the past 2 years we have organised up to 2-3 events per week. That is, with a membership of only about 25k IDR/month you can attend up to 5-10 events! We guarantee to keep organising plenty of events. You will receive a full refund if the group closes down, or if thereās no event happening in three months.
THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY
Our communities are:- Jakarta Friends: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends
- Jakarta Creatives: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/
Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years we held over 200 events with over 2,000 attendees. Attendees rate our events very positively and give wonderful feedback.
We value diversity and inclusivity, respect and authenticity. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kinds.- You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly. We have several chats dedicated to in-person attendees to avoid spam and trolls.
- Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! We are @jakarta.friends.creatives
- For questions about the event, please post a comment in the event page
- FUN WRITING CHALLENGE āļø with Jakarta Creatives Vol. IVMagia Coffee Fatmawati, Jakarta
Hello, Jakarta Creative! Are you a member of Jakarta Friends yet?
Want to see pictures of past events? Take a look here! And feel free to upload a few pictures you might take at the event šJakCre and JakFri is THE biggest, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakartaā¦
...and we invite you to join us for this FUN WRITING CHALLENGE Vol. IV
Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle.
Come as you are... itās the best version of yourself.
ABOUT THE EVENT
So, how quickly can you come up with creative ideas in writing? Letās give this brain gymnastics a shot!
We will meet for a circa 2-hour session at Bunker Brew for our creative writing challenges. The writing challenge is as follows:- Prepare your writing kit (pen and paper, notebook, laptop, phone ā¦ take your pick)
- The theme for each writing challenge session will be different. (For example: āFOOLS". You can refer to anything you like, from April Foolās Day to simply feeling silly for doing something.)
- You have ONLY 30 minutes to write anything based on that theme, whether itās a poem, a flash fiction, a short story, or just a rant.
- After 30 minutes, gather and start sharing what you have just written. (This is, of course, OPTIONAL for those willing to do it.)
Just show up and dive into the challenge. Everyone will be working on their stuff, and we won't discuss it during writing. Youāll surprise yourself with what you can do in such a short time.
After the sharing session, youāre welcome to resume your writing mode or simply hang out and chat about writing or anything related. We can also share each other's texts and give feedback, if that's something someone would like to do.
We have organised this event before! Take a look here:- FUN WRITING CHALLENGE with JakCre Vol. III (July 2025)
- FUN WRITING CHALLENGE with JakCre Vol. II (June 2025)
- FUN WRITING CHALLENGE with JakCre Vol. I (April 2025)
- See all past events of Jakarta Creatives here
ABOUT THE VENUE
Magia Coffee Fatmawati is a cozy cafƩ over three floors, plus a terrace. It's located very strategically near the MRT. The MRT stop at Haji Nawi is 1 minute walking distance.- At the venue, ask for Ruby or MeetUp at the staff. There will be a MeetUp sign on our table to find us
- Here is a link to the IG of Magia Coffee:: https://www.instagram.com/magiacoffee.id
- Here's their menu: https://pergikuliner.com/restaurants/magia-coffee-fatmawati/menus
- We encourage you to reach the event by public transportation. MRT Haji Nawi is 2 minutes walking distance
ABOUT THE HOSTS
You can find Ruby Astari on local poetry slam stages like Paviliun Puisi, Areska Berpuisi, or Jakarta Poetry Slam. Cats are her number one favourite animal and her other jobs include being a fulltime English teacher, a freelance translator (ID-EN/EN-ID), and a freelance writer. Find her on IG @rubyastari or Google her name and you'll find plenty.
Corrado Nai has a Ph.D. in microbiology and is a science writer and an avid reader. Talk to him about books on fungi and he'll be elated. His feature articles have been published in Smithsonian Magazine, New Scientist, and many more. Currently he's writing a graphic novel about agar-agar's surprising role in science, called "The Dessert That Changed the World".
HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?
To register, just click āAttendā! There are a few simple rules- We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to update RSVP at least 24 h before the event as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers.
- Be on time! Donāt be early!
- People in the waitlist cannot attend, and are encouraged to check a few hours before the event if they got a spot
- Repeated no-show (3X) without updating RSVP will be removed from the group.
- Attendees who bring a +1 need to ensure that their guest knows and respects the rules of our community.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
WE HAVE A MEMBERSHIP FEE. HOW DOES IT WORK?
Our community has a membership fee of 300k IDR valid for 365 days after payment. Membership fee is offered with a promo discount to new members and first-timers, who can become members for 220k IDR/year. First-timers can decide to attend one event for free and see if they like becoming part of this community.Membership to both Jakarta Friends and Jakarta Creatives is offered for only 390k IDR/year. Membership gives access to all events plus exclusive perks available only to paying members, like for example our Give Away Birthday Celebrations with lucky draw (Sept 2024) or FREE pasta cooking (and eating š) workshop (Nov 2024) or Museum visits with FREE GUIDED TOURS (Sept 2024). To many events, attendees can bring a +1 for free.
First-timers can decide to attend one event for free and see if they like becoming part of this community. Membership can be paid on the spot (cash/bank transfer/Gopay). Text Corrado (+62 89211 489 3580) if you have any questions about membership.
To all members we guarantee to keep organizing plenty of events. You will receive a full refund if the group closes down, or if thereās no event happening in three months.
THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY
Our communities are:- Jakarta Friends: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends
- Jakarta Creatives: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/
Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years we held over 200 events with over 2,000 attendees. Attendees rate our events very positively and give wonderful feedback.
We value diversity and inclusivity, respect and authenticity. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kinds.- You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx
- Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives
- For questions about the event, please post a comment in the event page
