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Public events, religious ceremonies, cultural gatherings, and official programs taking place across Bali, including information on timing, scale, and potential impact on public access.
May. 24, 2026
Australian athlete Rhiannan Iffland and British diver Aidan Heslop secured first place at the opening round of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series 2026, held at Bali’s iconic Broken Beach in Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency.
May. 21, 2026
International open water swimming competition Oceanman Bali Indonesia 2026 is set to return to Bali after a two-year hiatus, bringing more than 900 participants from 27 countries to Kedonganan Beach from June 19 to 21, 2026.
May. 13, 2026
Bali’s largest annual cultural celebration, the Bali Arts Festival (PKB) XLVIII 2026, is set to return on a bigger scale this year with the participation of more than 20,000 artists, hundreds of art groups, and international cultural delegations.
May. 12, 2026
More than 150 female surfers joined the 23rd edition of Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day 2026 in Sanur, Bali, marking the largest participation in the event’s history.
May. 10, 2026
Hundreds of chess players from across Indonesia and overseas gathered in Gianyar on Sunday (May 10, 2026) for the Bali Open 2026 Rapid Chess Tournament, one of Bali’s largest chess events this year.
May. 9, 2026
Bali’s largest international trail running event is set to return from May 15–17, 2026, bringing thousands of runners from across Indonesia and overseas to challenging mountain routes in Kintamani and Karangasem.
May. 9, 2026
Penglipuran Tourism Village in Bangli Regency is set to hold the PENGLIPU-RUN FUN RUN 2026 on Sunday, June 7, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen its image as a cultural, nature-based, and health tourism destination in Bali.
May. 8, 2026
Fifty Buddhist monks participating in the Indonesia Walk for Peace (IWFP) 2026 arrived at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali on Thursday night (May 7, 2026) to begin a long-distance spiritual journey across Indonesia.
May. 6, 2026
A contemporary art exhibition titled Roots & Routes has officially opened at Biji World in Ubud, Gianyar, running from May 3 to June 5, 2026.
May. 4, 2026
Indonesia officially opened the Southeast Asia (SEA) Ministerial Meeting on Youth and Sports 2026 in Bali, bringing together regional leaders to strengthen cooperation in youth development and sports diplomacy.
Ogoh-ogoh are giant effigies paraded through villages across Bali on the night before Nyepi. This tradition, held during Pengerupukan, symbolizes the purification of negative forces and has become one of the island’s most visually striking cultural events.
The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
Nyepi is Bali’s annual Day of Silence, observed as the Saka New Year by Balinese Hindus. Marked by a complete pause in public activity across the island, Nyepi reflects deep cultural values of reflection, balance, and harmony with nature.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s most well-known coastal destinations, offering easy access, a long shoreline, and a key role in the island’s tourism history.
Indonesia requires foreign visitors to meet specific passport validity rules before entry. This guide explains the minimum validity requirements, common mistakes, and what travelers should check before visiting Indonesia.
Kelingking Beach is one of Bali’s most recognizable natural landmarks, known for its dramatic cliff formation and sweeping ocean views. This guide explains where it is, how to get there, what to expect on site, and important safety tips for visitors.
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