Demonstration Alert: Surabaya, Indonesia - International Labor Day Protest at Grahadi Building

Demonstration Alert

Location: Grahadi Building (East Java Governor’s Office), Jalan Gubernur Suryo, Surabaya, East Java

Event: Protest

On Friday, May 1st, the U.S. Consulate General Surabaya is aware of a planned demonstration commemorating International Labor Day 2026 around the East Java Governor’s Office (Grahadi Building). The Grahadi Building is in downtown Surabaya. Media reports indicate the protest will be organized by various worker organizations.

Demonstrations may result in enhanced police presence, road closures, and traffic disruptions. Any demonstration, even those intended to be peaceful, could escalate and turn violent.

Actions to take:

• Avoid the area around the Grahadi Building on May 1^st
• Monitor local media for updates
• Allow extra time for travel due to potential road closures
• Follow instructions from local authorities

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia
  • +62-21-5083-1000
  • https://id.usembassy.gov/  
  • JakartaACS@state.gov
• U.S. Consulate General Surabaya, Indonesia
  • +62-31-297-5300 or +62-21-5083-1000 after hours
  • https://id.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/surabaya/  
  • SurabayaACS@state.gov
• U.S. Consular Agency in Bali, Indonesia
  • +62-361-233-605 or +62-21-5083-1000 after hours
  • CABali@state.gov
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