Socio-Cultural Integration in Implementing the Cap Go Meh Tradition in Singkawang, West Kalimantan

Authors

Yohanes Bahari

Department of Sociology Education, Faculty of Teaching and Education, University of Tanjungpura, Pontianak (Indonesia)

Article Information

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300237

Subject Category: Social science

Volume/Issue: 10/3 | Page No: 3199-3211

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Submitted: 2026-03-15

Accepted: 2026-03-21

Published: 2026-04-02

Abstract

This study aims to explain the socio-cultural integration in the implementation of the Cap Go Meh tradition in Singkawang, West Kalimantan. The approach used is descriptive qualitative with ethnographic study method. Research informants were purposively determined and consisted of leaders of the Chinese, Dayak, and Malay communities as well as Cap Go Meh cultural activists. Data collection was carried out using observation, interviews, and documentary study techniques. In data analysis, a data coding process is conducted, then developing themes and subsequently identifying the main concepts. The results of the study show that socio-cultural integration in the implementation of the Cap Go Meh tradition in Singkawang runs very well, as seen from the support of the local government and all ethnic groups as well as grassroots communities. The specific conclusion of this study is that the socio-cultural integration in the implementation of Cap Go Meh in Singkawang (1) takes the form of normative, functional, coercive integration, participative, cultural exchange, community activities, and cooperation in local institutions, (2) the driving factors are the understanding of Pancasila ideological values, strong attitude, determination, and the desire of the residents to unite, (3) the supporting factors are the spirit of togetherness and mutual cooperation within the community and the desire to progress together, and (4) the inhibiting factors are dissatisfaction and social jealousy from certain elements. This study contributes to uniting the community from various backgrounds, promoting tolerance and togetherness, as well as strengthening unity and social harmony in a plural society.

Keywords

Socio-cultural integration, Cap Go Meh, Singkawang

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