Mass Hysteria on 1 Suro Night Stuns Guests at Classic Hotel Jakarta

The mystical atmosphere typically associated with 1 Suro Night turned into panic at Classic Hotel in Central Jakarta on Wednesday evening, June 26, 2025. Several female workers reportedly experienced mass hysteria just as the evening prayer (Magrib) was called, plunging the nightlife venue into chaos.

Videos circulating on social media show women screaming uncontrollably, some collapsing and writhing on the floor, and others being escorted out on motorcycles. One witness described the screams as painful and frightening, with several victims appearing unconscious or in a trance-like state. Security personnel moved quickly to secure the area and prevent further panic.

As of now, no official statement has been released by the hotel’s management or police authorities. Local residents, however, have linked the incident to the spiritual significance of 1 Suro—a night revered in Javanese tradition as spiritually charged, where the boundary between the physical and metaphysical worlds is believed to thin.

Many hotel guests chose to leave the premises amid the eerie atmosphere. Security guards stood watch at the entrances, while coworkers tried to comfort the affected women as best they could.

This mass hysteria serves as a stark reminder of how deeply rooted spiritual and cultural beliefs remain in Indonesian society. For many, 1 Suro is not just a date on the Javanese calendar but a powerful night where unseen forces may influence reality in mysterious ways.

Community leaders have advised entertainment venues to be more culturally sensitive during spiritually significant dates. Some have even suggested temporary closures or spiritual cleansing rituals as a form of cultural respect and precaution.

The Classic Hotel incident underscores that even in a modern, urban setting like Jakarta, ancient beliefs and mystical experiences still hold sway—and when such events unfold, they are difficult to ignore.