Poster acara peluncuran “Karangasem Akhir Pekan” yang menampilkan informasi waktu dan tempat acara, yaitu pada 5 April 2025 pukul 17.00–22.00 WITA dan 6 April 2025 pukul 06.00–10.00 WITA di Taman Jagathkarana, Jl. Veteran, Amlapura. Poster menampilkan foto Bupati dan Wakil Bupati Karangasem di sisi kiri dan kanan bawah, serta deretan artis pengisi acara seperti Roy Jeconiah (ex Boomerang), Semaya Koplo, CFD Fun Crew, Owlin, dan Sandikala di bagian tengah dengan latar langit malam bertabur lampu.

Saturday night on Jalan Veteran, Karangasem—better known as Jalur 11—felt different. The atmosphere of Malioboro was present with a touch of East Bali. Thousands of residents flocked to the launch of the “Karangasem Weekend” (KAP) program, initiated by the Regent of Karangasem, I Gusti Putu Parwata, on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

Combining entertainment, culinary delights, and empowerment of local MSMEs, KAP has become a new oasis for the people of Karangasem to relax, travel, and support the local economy.

A Grand Launch Amidst the Enthusiasm of Residents

Suasana peluncuran program “Karangasem Akhir Pekan” di atas panggung dengan pencahayaan terang. Bupati Karangasem bersama jajaran pemerintah dan tokoh masyarakat berdiri di tengah panggung, didampingi Kapolres dan pejabat lainnya. Di depan mereka terdapat alat musik tradisional seperti gong dan kendang yang siap ditabuh sebagai simbol dimulainya acara. Latar belakang menampilkan layar besar bertuliskan nama acara.

The opening ceremony began at 7:00 p.m. WITA, marked by the beating of drums and baleganjur music. Also present to show their support were: Member of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) from Bali I, Gede Sumarjaya Linggih, businessman Ajik Krisna, the Karangasem Regional Leadership Council (Forkopimda), and other prominent figures. Additionally, the entertainment stage was enlivened by the bands OWLIN, SANDIKALA, and Roy Jeconiah, the former lead vocalist of Boomerang, who successfully ignited the enthusiasm of the people of Karangasem.

Sekelompok peserta, termasuk beberapa pejabat daerah, tampak bersemangat mengikuti kegiatan jalan santai di sepanjang jalan utama yang ditutup sementara. Suasana santai dan akrab terlihat dari senyum dan interaksi peserta, dengan latar belakang stand UMKM dan kendaraan listrik di sisi jalan.

The next day, Sunday morning, residents gathered again in a relaxed atmosphere to participate in a fun walk and exercise session with the CFD Fun Crew. The event concluded with a prize draw and entertainment from Semaya Koplo.

Karangasem MSMEs Shine Bright

Deretan stan UMKM berjajar di pinggir jalan raya yang ditutup sementara untuk acara “Karangasem Akhir Pekan”. Beberapa warga tampak berbelanja dan berinteraksi di depan tenda berwarna-warni yang menjual makanan dan minuman. Pohon besar menaungi area sepanjang jalan, menciptakan suasana sejuk dan meriah.

KAP is an open space for small, micro, and creative businesses in Karangasem. Dozens of stands are lined up displaying local specialties, traditional clothing, and local innovations. Not only do they sell their products, but they also interact directly with enthusiastic customers who try and buy their products.

Sentrik Stands Out Among MSMEs

One of the stands that attracted visitors’ attention was Sentrik electric vehicle stand. With the spirit of promoting clean energy adoption, Sentrik showcased their flagship electric motorcycles, such as:

This electric motorcycle is not only environmentally friendly, but also very easy to own. Through partnerships with financing institutions such as AEON, Adira, and BPD, Sentrik offers easy credit schemes with a down payment of Rp. 0 and affordable installments. Complete information can be found directly on the official Sentrik website.

Seorang perempuan muda tampak tersenyum bahagia sambil menerima ucapan selamat dari panitia setelah memenangkan hadiah utama berupa sepeda listrik berwarna kuning. Momen ini berlangsung di area panggung dengan beberapa orang lain ikut menyaksikan dan memberikan dukungan.

Adding to the excitement, Sentrik also donated a Pacific Nimbuzz electric bicycle as the grand prize for the KAP raffle. The prize was ultimately won by Mrs. Evi, whose raffle number was 0009. She took home the electric bicycle with a big smile and a sense of gratitude.

Closing

“Karangasem Weekend” is not just an entertainment event. It is a moment of transformation, bringing together recreation, the local economy, and a spirit of change. The involvement of SME players and innovators such as Sentrik confirms that Karangasem is ready to move forward—with a strong local identity and a green vision for the future.