The Nusa Dua,Bali, October 1,2026– PT Pengembangan Pariwisata Indonesia (Persero), also known as InJourney Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), the operator of The Nusa Dua tourism resort in Bali, is collaborating on the Indonesian Cigar Festival (ICF) 2026, held at Bali Collection, The Nusa Dua, from October 1–3, 2026.
The presence of ICF 2026 is part of ITDC’s efforts to provide a diverse range of activities that enrich the visitor experience while strengthening The Nusa Dua’s position as an integrated tourism destination capable of hosting various national and international-scale events.
Over three days, ICF 2026 features a series of activities combining business networking, lifestyle, arts, culture, and entertainment. The festival opened with an opening ceremony featuring a Bali Dance parade, remarks from several prominent figures and stakeholders, an opening gong ceremony, and a group photo with invited guests.
General Manager of The Nusa Dua, I Made Agus Dwiatmika, said that hosting various events is part of ITDC’s strategy to optimize the destination while creating added value for visitors, tenants, business operators, and local communities.
“ITDC welcomes the Indonesian Cigar Festival 2026 at Bali Collection, The Nusa Dua. We continue to encourage a diverse range of events and activities that can enrich the visitor experience while stimulating economic activity within the destination. This collaboration also strengthens The Nusa Dua as a destination that offers more than accommodation and MICE facilities, but also provides a space for lifestyle, entertainment, as well as business and community activities,” said Agus.
In addition to festival activities, ICF 2026 features several business forums that bring together business operators and stakeholders, including the Business Forum – TARMANI 918, Business Forum – PTPN, Business Forum – Dos Hermanos/Tuksedo, as well as sessions with Macanudo and El Gaucho.
According to ITDC, the combination of business and lifestyle activities also supports the development of the tourism ecosystem at The Nusa Dua. In addition to creating activities for visitors, the event provides opportunities for interaction and collaboration among business operators while optimizing the use of commercial areas and facilities available within the destination.
In terms of arts, culture, and entertainment, ICF 2026 also features the Balinese Cultural Marching Band Parade, Bali Dance performances, a fashion show, DJ performances, and live music. Several musical performances will also enliven the festival, including Gugun Blues Shelter in collaboration with Dewa Budjana, as well as a performance by Eko Show.
“Through collaboration with organizers and various stakeholders, ITDC is committed to continuously developing an event destination toward becoming a living destination that delivers benefits to the area. We hope the Indonesian Cigar Festival will further strengthen the appeal of Bali Collection and The Nusa Dua as dynamic destinations, while creating a multiplier effect for tenants, business operators, and communities within and around the area,” Agus concluded.
