BADUNG, DEWATA.NEWS – Desa Adat Kuta has imposed a ban on the sale of fireworks and firecrackers and introduced strict limits on their use during New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations, citing concerns over public order, safety, and visitor comfort in one of Bali’s busiest tourist areas.
Bendesa (traditional village head) Komang Alit Ardana said the policy has been communicated to the community well in advance. “We have distributed official notices since six months ago,” he stated in Kuta on Tuesday.
To ensure compliance, the traditional village authority will coordinate with relevant enforcement agencies to conduct spot inspections across the Kuta area, targeting vendors suspected of selling fireworks or firecrackers. In addition to banning sales, the village has also restricted their use in several key locations.
Fireworks and firecrackers are prohibited in residential neighborhoods, including hotel properties located close to local housing areas. The ban also applies to Kuta Beach, which is expected to attract large crowds of domestic and international visitors on New Year’s Eve.
According to Ardana, only one exception has been granted: a single shopping center has received permission to conduct a controlled fireworks display lasting no more than five minutes, scheduled precisely at midnight (00:00 WITA).
Beyond safety and crowd control considerations, Ardana said the restrictions are also intended as a gesture of solidarity in light of recent natural disasters affecting several parts of Indonesia, including regions in Sumatra.
“We urge everyone to celebrate the New Year modestly, without excessive festivities, as the country is currently facing difficult circumstances due to natural disasters,” he said.
Kuta and its surrounding areas, home to iconic attractions such as Kuta Beach, remain among Bali’s most visited destinations and are expected to continue drawing large numbers of tourists marking the end of 2025.
Local authorities hope the measures will help maintain a secure, respectful, and orderly environment throughout the New Year transition.