Kenny Santana has the perfect set of events to get your July started right

2-11 July
INDONESIA INTERNATIONAL CIRCUS FESTIVAL, JAKARTA

Catch the wonderful world of circus at Parkir Timur Senayan, Jakarta, over the holiday period as a trio of international circus troupes gather in one tent. Thrill to Cirque le Masque, New Shanghai Circus and Cyclown Circus, plus performances from Indonesia’s leading bands. www.indonesiacircusfestival.com

23 July – 1 August
INDONESIAN MOTOR SHOW 2010

Held at the JIEXPO, this shrine for petrol-heads gathers over 20 major auto brands for one of the most exciting shows of the year. This year’s theme, Eco-Technology Motoring, includes demonstrations on blending technology with ecology. Catch the launch of several new lines of cars, then get energized with night drag races and the Achilles Drift Show & Battle. www.indonesianmotorshow.com

3 August
SLASH & FRIENDS, JAKARTA

Former lead guitarist of Guns N’ Roses, Slash brings his trademark attitude, and musical repertoire from GNR, Velvet Revolver and his own album, for a much-anticipated gig in Istora Senayan Jakarta. Find out why the hairy axe-man was voted by TIME as one of the greatest electric guitarists ever – second only to Jimi Hendrix. www.rajakarcis.com

1-3 July
BALINESE FILMS SHOWCASE, UBUD

History buffs take note: the Amandari Resort, together with French Cinémathèque of Dance and the Swedish Dance Museum, are staging three Balinese dance films from the 1930s in the resort’s open-air gazebo. Titles include The Kris, Island of Bali – La Isla de Bali, and Rolf de Mare’s 1938 Indonesian expedition. To book, tel: (0)361 975 333.

23-25 July
HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT RACES

Head to Hong Kong this summer for its renowned Dragon Boat races, showcasing the best racing teams from around the globe.

To lift the festive mood, live entertainment, food and wine stalls will be set up around the Tsim Sha Tsui East area. www.discoverhongkong.com

29 September – 3 October
KUTA KARNIVAL, BALI

In its 8th round, this year’s celebration in Kuta will be merrier than ever with events including a Kite Festival, Martial Arts Display and Bali Food Festival. For eager mixers, there’s even a Bartending Competition. www.kutakarnival.com

25 July
CORRINE BAILEY RAE LIVE, SINGAPORE

Book a seat to see this 31-year-old singer-songwriting sensation at the Esplanade Theater. Catch her warm and soulful tunes, including Like a Star and Put Your Records On. www.sistic.com.sg