The Jakarta Provincial Government, together with Remaja Islam Masjid Cut Meutia (Ricma), kicked off the Ramadan Jazz Festival (RJF) 2026 themed "Harmony to Heal the Nation" on Friday night (3/6).

Taking place until Saturday (3/7) at Cut Meutia Mosque courtyard, RJF 2026 celebrates togetherness and social goodwill with soothing jazz music.

Jakarta Culture Agency Head, Mochamad Miftahulloh Tamary, praised Ricma for its dedication and commitment in organizing the festival every Ramadan.

"This year marks the 15th RJF. It not only provides a space for art and spiritually but also strengthens bonds of brotherhood, celebrates cultural diversity, and reinforces humanitarian values," he said.

With this year's theme, he added, RJF encourages everyone to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan with a spirit of sharing and solidarity. Each performance carries a message about togetherness and caring, sharing blessings with those in need.

"For me, RJF offers a unique experience with jazz musicians performing in the courtyard of Cut Meutia Mosque, a designated cultural heritage site. In this sacred setting, we can feel how jazz music and Ramadan spirituality blend in harmony, creating moments that are not only entertaining but also solemn, meaningful, and peaceful," he pointed.

Miftahulloh explained that the Jakarta Provincial Government aims to bring something different to Ramadan celebrations, including events in public spaces such as the Jakarta Ramadan Festival, which features a colossal rebana performance, alongside the Ramadan Jazz Festival.

According to him, this event enriches the Ramadan atmosphere while conveying messages of solidarity, togetherness, and peace through music, arts, and social activities.

"I hope RJF will continue to serve as a platform for educational and religious artistic expression, combining creativity with spiritual values and engaging the community during Ramadan," he added.

"This synergy will help Jakarta move toward becoming a globally cultured city while maintaining religious values in daily life. Let's preserve Jakarta through diversity," he noted.