Abstract
Banyuwangi Regency, on Java’s eastern tip, exemplifies how local government-backed festivals can transform a regional economy. From 2011 to 2018, tourism grew fivefold, bolstered by festivals showcasing local culture and boosting economic resilience. While the COVID-19 pandemic paused Banyuwangi’s growth, festivals and tourism rebounded quickly by 2022, with the event calendar expanding further in 2024. Supported by new development projects, including heritage sites, Banyuwangi’s model highlights how festivals can fuel urban transformation and post-crisis recovery.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Events and Economic Development |
| Subtitle of host publication | Bridging Theory and Practice |
| Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
| Pages | 98-107 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781040364161 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781032790572 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2025 |
