2026 Nambo Beach Festival Opens Art and Creative Economy Space on the Kendari Coast

"To all competition participants, I advise you to make this festival an opportunity to learn, build friendships and create the best works," he said, as quoted from a statement from the Kendari City Government.

He hopes that the involvement of the younger generation can foster pride in cultural identity and regional potential.

Economic opportunities for local communities

The Kendari City Government places the festival as an effort to increase the tourist attraction of Nambo Beach. Artists, creative communities and the public are invited to take part in introducing the area to the public.

This collaboration is expected to support the economic activities of communities around the coast. However, the organizer's statement does not include the number of business actors involved, the level of visits, or the value of transactions during the festival. The economic impact is still a hope that needs to be seen from the results of implementation.

Environmental aspects have not been detailed

As an activity that takes place in a coastal area, this festival is also relevant in terms of environmental management of the destination. However, the Kendari City Government's statement did not explain waste handling, visitor arrangements, or protection of coastal areas during the event.