Demonstrations are expected to occur near the Grahadi Building in downtown Surabaya on August 29, 2025. The event is anticipated to start at 1 p.m. and continue throughout the day, with thousands of participants likely involved. The demonstration area is close to Tunjungan Plaza, a busy commercial district.
The U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya has issued an alert advising people to avoid the protest area due to possible traffic congestion and road closures. The consulate also warned that protests have the potential to become violent.
"Protests have the potential to become violent, please avoid these areas," stated the alert from the U.S. Consulate General Surabaya.
U.S. citizens and others in the vicinity are advised to monitor local media for updates, avoid crowds, notify friends and family of their safety, be aware of their surroundings, and familiarize themselves with alternate routes to avoid disruptions.
Travelers are encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for security updates and alerts while overseas through https://step.state.gov/. Additional information about travel and safety can be found on the U.S. Embassy Jakarta’s website at https://id.usembassy.gov/ and by following official social media channels such as Facebook and X/Twitter.
Contact information for assistance includes:
- U.S. Embassy Jakarta: +62-21-5083-1000
- U.S. Consulate General Surabaya: +62-31-297-5300 or +62-21-5083-1000 after hours
- U.S. Consular Agency in Bali: +62-361-233-605 or +62-21-5083-1000 after hours
Further resources for travelers include Indonesia Country Information available through official government channels.