YOGYAKARTA – The annual celebration of Record Store Day returns to Yogyakarta on April 25-26, 2026. This event takes place at XT Square as part of a global movement to support physical music stores. While digital platforms dominate the modern era, this festival focuses on the survival of vinyl records, cassettes, and CDs. Yogyakarta continues to show a strong passion for physical media, making it a vital hub for collectors and industry players alike.
A Growing Community and Massive Market
The Jogja Record Store Club first started this initiative in 2015. Since then, the event has grown into a major interaction space for the music scene. This year, the organizers host a Record Market featuring 71 stalls from various cities. Sellers travel from places like Jakarta, Surabaya, and even Kuala Lumpur to participate. This wide range of participants proves that the distribution network for physical releases remains very active.
SETOR DAY and Creative Collaboration
The 2026 edition carries a unique collaborative theme called SETOR DAY. Consequently, this theme encourages creators to produce work without fear or strict standards. The event also offers several diverse programs to improve the visitor experience. For example, Kultura Space manages the Stage Lab, while Bike & Lucu presents Tamasya Musik. Furthermore, visitors can enjoy a merchandise collaboration between Tanda Mata Raya and The Jeblogs Merch.
Interactive Workshops and Inclusive Spirit
The festival expands beyond music into various creative practices. Therefore, attendees can join a stencil workshop by Cething or watch live screen printing from Alpaca. Other activities include discussion sessions by Musik Jogja and a special Goreng Cover segment by BigCity Noisy Club. Because the organizers want an inclusive environment, the event eliminates hierarchies between big and small creators.
Open Access for All Music Lovers
The celebration remains open to the public with no entry fee. This policy gives everyone a chance to engage directly with the music community. Interested fans can find more details on the official Instagram account @recordstoredayjogja. By providing this lively space, Record Store Day Yogyakarta ensures that physical music stays relevant for the next generation.
