Gapura

Serving the Indonesian Immigrant and Diaspora Community in Greater Philadelphia

Honoring Traditions — Empowering Community — Discovering Dreams

Our Programs

  • Gapura Peduli

    Have questions about immigration or legal rights?

    Gapura Peduli provides trusted information, referrals to legal help, and answers to frequently asked questions for our community

    Gapura Peduli
  • Gamelan Gita Santi

    Want to learn the beauty of traditional Indonesian music and dance?

    Gamelan Gita Santi offers free community-based classes and cultural programs for all ages

    Gamelan Gita Santi
  • Bisnis Komunitas

    Looking for local Indonesian-owned businesses in Philadelphia?

    From groceries to hair salon, Gapura maintains a community directory to help you discover and support them

    Bisnis Komunitas

Our Services

Our Events

  • Daun Indonesian Feast

    Daun Indonesian Feast

    Annual (Spring or Summer)

    Join us for an unforgettable cultural experience where food, music, and dance come together. Indulge in the rich flavors of Indonesia, enjoy live performances, and celebrate the joy of being together with friends and family.

  • Indonesian Festival

    Indonesian Festival

    Every August

    Celebrate Indonesian Independence Month with us! Enjoy live music and dance, Warung Konsuler services, prize giveaways, and authentic Indonesian merchandise. It’s our biggest event of the year that you don’t want to miss.

  • MAHLUK Halloween Night

    MAHLUK Halloween Night

    Every Halloween

    Experience Halloween with a twist of Indonesian-style! Come dressed in your spookiest costume, enjoy themed treats, and participate in our unique cultural spin on a classic American tradition.

  • Pop-up and Pre-loved

    Pop-up and Pre-loved

    Every Spring and Fall

    Shop local and sustainable at our seasonal pop-up events featuring Indonesian food vendors and a community pre-loved market. Find delicious bites, hidden treasures, and connect with fellow community members.

Latest Updates

Support Us

  • Join Our Community

    Join our community to stay connected, receive updates, and support Gapura’s mission

  • Apply to Volunteer

    Lend your time and skills to help us organize programs, events, and community services that make a difference

  • Donate to Gapura

    Support our work by making a donation to help us sustain and grow our cultural and community programs

Testimonials

Veronica

“Everyone at Gapura is super helpful, welcoming, and kind. They’re always ready to provide resources and space to support the Indonesian community.”

Calvin A

“Gapura feels like a second home. The space is welcoming, the staff is friendly, and they help solve problems with ease. Great job, Gapura!”

Shobry M

“Gapura is a space where Indonesians can share, connect, and find reliable information together, as a community.”