Kelanawisata.id, Bantul – A warm and creative atmosphere enveloped Tembi Tourism Village on Saturday, April 4, 2026, as the Bersemi Tembi Eco Creative Festival was successfully held at the Tembi Village area. The festival featured a blend of the arts, the creative economy, traditional cuisine, and interactive experiences that directly engaged local residents and tourists.

This event, initiated by the Yabbiekayu Community, serves as a catalyst to strengthen Tembi Tourism Village’s identity as a destination rooted in culture, alternative experiences, and agriculture. By collaborating with local residents, the festival functions not only as an entertainment venue but also as a platform for community economic empowerment through the involvement of local SMEs.

Throughout the day, visitors were treated to a variety of art performances spread across several locations, ranging from the north stage, the south stage, to the Yabbiekayu restaurant area. Various traditional and contemporary art performances took turns, creating a lively and inclusive festival atmosphere. Not only that, the talk show held in the restaurant area also served as an inspiring discussion space regarding the development of tourism villages and community-based creative economy.

In addition to the arts, the festival also features creative economy stalls and traditional food stalls, which serve as unique attractions. Visitors can explore local handicrafts and sample authentic village specialties. Not to be missed are the hands-on workshops where visitors can participate directly in the creative process alongside the locals.

The enthusiasm of the community and tourists is evident from the large number of visitors, both domestic and international, who came to enjoy the festival atmosphere. Dukuh Tembi expressed his hope: “Tembi is a tourism village—one that embraces culture, alternative lifestyles, agriculture, and more. This is indeed the first time an event of this scale has been held. Our hope is that this event becomes an annual one, attracting guests to Tembi with the aim of empowering the community, boosting local MSMEs, and the economy.”

The spirit of empowerment is also evident among the MSME operators involved. One seller of traditional beverages shared, “I heard about this event from Yabbiekayu Restaurant; they usually host events there every month. Here I’m selling dawet ireng and es asem; they cost around 7,000 to 8,000 rupiah. Alhamdulillah, I’ve sold about 80 glasses so far. My hope is that SMEs will continue to thrive and that we can connect with friends. This es asem is natural—a classic drink—so Gen Z can get to know it too.”

With the Bersemi Tembi Eco Creative Festival, Tembi Tourism Village demonstrates its potential as a living space that not only offers tourist experiences but also serves as a platform for collaboration, creativity, and the strengthening of the local economy. The festival is expected to become an annual event that continues to grow and attracts more tourists to experience the warmth of the village while supporting the community’s sustainability.