Borobudur Vesak 2026 with InJourney: Schedule, Tickets, and Event Information
InJourney Destination Management once again presents a spiritual and cultural experience through the Vesak celebration at Borobudur. One of the most anticipated moments is the release of lanterns, a symbol of reflection and affirmation of hope for a better life.
"The tradition of releasing lanterns during the Vesak celebration is not only visually beautiful, but also reflects an inner journey of reflection, calming the mind, and strengthening hope. The light of the lanterns rising into the sky carries prayers and hopes, creating a meaningful atmosphere amidst the splendor of world cultural heritage. We invite everyone to participate in this procession solemnly and comfortably," explained IDM Commercial Director Richard Gistang Panutur in Yogyakarta on Thursday (May 7, 2026).
InJourney Destination Management invites the public to experience this unforgettable experience by purchasing tickets through the 2026 Borobudur Waisak Lantern Festival Package page.
Borobudur Vesak Lantern Festival Package
Tickets for the Vesak Lantern Festival are available for Rp950.000,00 for domestic tourists and Rp1.200.000,00 for international tourists. This ticket includes participation in the lantern release, entrance to the area on May 31, 2026, and various supporting equipment such as a Vesak merchandise t-shirt, tote bag , wishing card , pen, raincoat, mini flashlight , and round-trip electric vehicle shuttle service . Ticket sales are open from April 18, 2026, to May 31, 2026.
Borobudur Lantern Festival and Sunrise Pradaksina Waisak Package
For visitors seeking a more immersive experience, a Borobudur Lantern Festival ticket package is available, which includes a sunrise pradaksina (walking meditation) activity. This package allows participants to experience the pradaksina ( walking meditation ) procession around Borobudur Temple in the morning after the evening lantern release.
Participants can experience the solemnity of mindfulness practice , where they walk while focusing their full attention on every movement of their body, the sensation of their feet touching the ground, and the rhythm of their breath on the grounds of the World Heritage site. This package is offered at Rp1.350.000,00 for domestic tourists and Rp1.750.000,00 for international tourists.
In addition to the lantern festival ticket, visitors also receive access to the area on May 31 and June 1, 2026, tickets to the sunrise pradaksina (sunrise observation), and upanat (celebration service) and EV transportation within the area. Sales for this package run from April 25, 2026, to May 31, 2026.
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Special Lantern Release Viewing Package in the Grandstand
Meanwhile, for people who want to witness the release of Vesak lanterns at Borobudur, tickets are available to watch from the stands located on the south side (next to) Marga Utama of Borobudur Temple as the main location for the release of lanterns.
Tickets, priced at Rp250.000 for domestic tourists and Rp350.000 for international tourists, include access to the area on May 31, 2026, and seating in the stands during the lantern release. Ticket sales for the stands begin on May 2, 2026, and run through May 31, 2026.
Lantern Release Viewing Package at Borobudur Temple Area
Additionally, admission tickets to witness the lantern release at the Borobudur Temple Tourism Park are available for Rp 65.000 for domestic tourists and Rp 150.000 for international tourists. Ticket sales run from May 9, 2026, to May 31, 2026.
InJourney Destination Management Commercial Director Richard Gistang Panutur added that the Vesak celebration at Borobudur is a meeting place for spiritual, cultural, and humanitarian values. InJourney Destination Management encourages all visitors to comply with the applicable regulations during the celebration to maintain the solemnity and preservation of the Borobudur Temple area as a world cultural heritage.
"The release of lanterns is not just a tradition, but a moment of reflection that invites us all to let go of burdens and foster new hope. We hope every visitor can experience the serenity, togetherness, and profound meaning of this celebration," he said.
Through well-managed implementation, the Vesak celebration is expected to become not only an annual event but also a lasting experience, strengthening the values of tolerance and fostering harmony between people, culture, and nature. The public and tourists can enjoy a series of spiritual and cultural moments in the Borobudur Temple area through various activities and the officially prepared 2026 Vesak Borobudur visit packages .
