Yadnya Kasada Festival 2025: A Sacred Tenggerese Ceremony at Mount Bromo

Mount Bromo in East Java will once again be the spiritual heart of the Tenggerese people as the Yadnya Kasada Festival 2025 is held on June 10–11, 2025. Also known as the Kasada Festival, this ancient ceremony is one of Indonesia’s most sacred and visually stunning cultural traditions.

At the core of this annual ritual, the Tenggerese community honors Sang Hyang Widhi (the Almighty God) and their ancestors by offering sesaji (ritual offerings) into the active crater of Mount Bromo.

“Ritual ini adalah bentuk penghormatan terhadap Sang Hyang Widhi dan leluhur Suku Tengger, dengan melempar sesaji ke dalam kawah Gunung Bromo.”
(“This ritual is a form of respect to Sang Hyang Widhi and the ancestors of the Tenggerese tribe, by throwing offerings into the crater of Mount Bromo.”)

Festival Highlights:

• Date: June 10–11, 2025

• Location: Mount Bromo, East Java, Indonesia

• Purpose: A sacred offering ceremony to honor divinity and ancestral spirits

What Happens During the Festival?

During the Yadnya Kasada ritual, villagers climb to the top of Mount Bromo in the early hours to throw offerings such as fruits, livestock, crops, and money into the volcanic crater. This offering is believed to ensure blessings, protection, and prosperity for the community.

Although it’s dangerous, some attendees even brave the edges of the crater to catch the offerings—an act that reflects deep spiritual conviction and daring faith.

Temporary Closure of Mount Bromo Tourism

To respect the sanctity of the festival, the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (TNBTS) will be closed for tourism from June 10 at 00:01 WIB to June 13 at 24:00 WIB. This closure allows the ceremony to proceed without interruption from tourist activities.

Tourism at Mount Bromo will resume on June 14, 2025.

The Mendak Tirta Ritual

Prior to the peak of the Yadnya Kasada celebration, the Tenggerese Hindus also carry out Mendak Tirta, a ritual to collect sacred water from Madakaripura Waterfall, located in Negororejo Village, Lumbang District. This water is considered holy and essential for purification before the main ceremony.

A Cultural Legacy Worth Experiencing

The Yadnya Kasada Festival is more than just a religious tradition. It is a living heritage of the Tenggerese tribe—rich in symbolism, devotion, and respect for nature. For travelers and cultural enthusiasts, witnessing this event offers a rare and profound spiritual journey into one of Indonesia’s most preserved indigenous beliefs.

Whether you’re seeking a deeper cultural understanding or a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience, the Yadnya Kasada Festival is an event that will leave a lasting impression on your soul.

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