On the day there are:
● flag raising ceremonies in schools and offices (with student marches) ● Singing the national anthem ● praying for national heroes ● reading the proclamation of independence |
There are also more informal games and competitions:
● krupuk eating (prawn or vegetable crackers) ● climbing oiled up palm trees or poles (the prize is at the top) ● getting a nail tired to a string into a bottle ● Marble and spoon race ● Cooking contests ● Bike decorating contests ● 3 people, 2 shoes race |