Pindrikan Markt XIV: Pop Up Market Semarang Celebrating Music, Community, and Creativity
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Pindrikan Markt XIV made its comeback at Collabox Creative Hub on December 13-14, 2025, carrying the theme of music. This event was more than just a bazaar, it was a creative gathering that united local entrepreneurs, artists, and communities in one vibrant celebration. More than 250 visitors came to enjoy a mix of programs, live showcases, and workshops.
Known as one of the most dynamic pop up markets in Semarang, Pindrikan Markt highlights collaboration across creative industries. Each edition combines curated showcases of local products, emerging brands, and community movements. Since its first event, Pindrikan Markt has become a vital platform for creators to grow, learn, and expand their market presence in Semarang.
Activities and Programs That Bring the Space to Life
This edition featured various collaborative programs themed around music and creative expression:
A Quiet Reflection: An Intimate Showcase by In Inertia
In collaboration with Whocares Collective, Jakarta-based duo In Inertia held an intimate cross-city acoustic showcase. Their blend of ambient and post-rock soundscapes offered a calm and reflective experience inside Collabox’s creative atmosphere.
HYBE Birthday Party
Presented by BTS Army Fams Semarang, Moa Semarang, Coloutsidethelineseu, and color4sky, this fan-led event was packed with creative activities, mini pot painting, karaoke, film screenings of BTS Love Yourself Final, games, and special performances. It became a safe and joyful space for fans to connect and express themselves.
Zine Session: Exploring Stories Through Sound
Led by Debby Janet, participants created zines inspired by their favorite songs. The workshop introduced a new way to express emotions and stories through the intersection of music and visual art.
Sore-Sore Berkaraoke
A collaboration between Messes Semarang (Nadin Amizah’s fanbase) and Pindrikan Markt, this cozy karaoke session brought people together through familiar tunes and laughter.
Noraebang NCT All Unit
Hosted by NCTzen Semarang, this karaoke event turned Collabox into a celebration of music, fandom, and community energy as fans sang together in a sea of green lightsticks.
Nicbikin Studio: Weekend of Music Crafts
Nicbikin Studio held a creative session where visitors could craft music-themed accessories, exploring the connection between sound and art.
Mendadak Hiphop 2
Organized by Omnipotensial, this spontaneous street-style hip-hop performance brought back the raw spirit of hip-hop, music as a tool of unity and expression for everyone.
End Year Gathering
Together with Sheilagank Compass Semarang, this closing session marked a joyful end to the year, filled with karaoke, laughter, and new friendships.
Pop Up Market in Semarang for Local Brands and Emerging UMKM
One of Pindrikan Markt’s main missions is to give space to emerging brands. Here, small creators can showcase their work to a wider, supportive audience that values originality and craftsmanship.
More than 15 tenants joined this edition, offering handmade and creative products ranging from accessories to food and visual art. Among them:
Pawfect Splash, illustrations and emotional monster characters.
Aurelia’s Tavern, fantasy culinary brand with isekai-inspired menus.
Talinee.id, handmade leather watch straps.
Neko Matcha, authentic freshly whisked matcha drinks.
Maquire by K027, anime-inspired IP and fashion merchandise.
Waroeng Razoet, handmade crochet accessories.
Casis, local perfume and fragrance brand.
Akiospace, handmade crafts & custom gift set.
Bake by Becca, homemade fudgy brownies with a family recipe.
Kendi Craft, fashion creations from knitting.
Skyaccid, beaded accessories and handmade charm.
House of Alila, traditional kebaya fashionwear.
Manah.co, resin accessories with preserved flowers.
Karani, playful macramé accessories and DIY keychain activity.
Lazy Dozy, illustrations and an interactive Lazy Dozy Puzzle activity.
All tenants were carefully curated for originality, craftsmanship, and storytelling. Pindrikan Markt offers these brands a real platform to connect with the right audience.
Collaboration and the Identity of Pindrikan Markt as a Pop Up Market in Semarang
Pindrikan Markt XIV brought together creative communities such as Sheilagank Compass Semarang, Omnipotensial, NCTzen Semarang, Messes Semarang, Whocares Collective, BTS Army Fams Semarang, Moa Semarang, Coloutsidethelineseu, and color4sky. They were not just participants but also collaborators, contributing to workshops, performances, and activations that enriched the entire experience.
This collaborative spirit is what makes Pindrikan Markt XIV the most vibrant pop up market in Semarang. Each community brought its own identity and passion, creating a space full of creativity and connection.
More than just a shopping destination, Pindrikan Markt builds bridges between creators, local brands, and communities. Every edition explores a new cultural or artistic theme, making it not only a market but also a movement that celebrates innovation and togetherness.
As part of the Collabox Creative Hub ecosystem, Pindrikan Markt stands as a living hub of Semarang’s creative economy, where ideas meet markets, creators meet collaborators, and visitors experience meaningful connections through local creativity.
About Pindrikan Markt
Initiated by Collabox Creative Hub, Pindrikan Markt serves as an open house program connecting creative entrepreneurs, communities, and the public. It is a platform for new brands to showcase their work, build networks, and grow within Semarang’s creative industry. With each edition, Pindrikan Markt continues to prove that creativity thrives when collaboration and community come together.