Kerja Tahun Karo is a traditional celebration of the Karo people in North Sumatra, Indonesia held as an expression of gratitude to God (Debata) for the harvest and blessings received throughout the year. Rooted in the agrarian culture of the Karo community, this tradition was originally performed after the harvest season and is scheduled based on the Karo traditional calendar (Kalender Siwaluh). The event serves not only as a spiritual offering but also as a means to strengthen familial and communal bonds. It includes various activities such as traditional rituals, cultural performances like dances and gondang music, and culminates in a communal feast symbolizing unity and togetherness. Despite modernization, Kerja Tahun Karo remains an essential part of preserving the cultural identity of the Karo people.
