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Mar. 29, 2026
The Eid holiday period in Bali has been marked by a strong cultural turnout as Nuanu Cultural Week attracted thousands of visitors to Nuanu Creative City from March 20 to March 29, 2026.
Mar. 21, 2026
The traditional Omed-Omedan festival, a unique cultural event held annually in Sesetan, Denpasar, returned on Friday (March 20, 2026), beginning after 13:00 WITA, one day after the island-wide Nyepi observance.
Mar. 17, 2026
Indonesia’s Ministry of Culture is preparing to hold the Culture, Heritage, Art, Narrative, Diplomacy and Innovation (CHANDI) Summit again in Bali, with the international cultural forum scheduled to take place in August 2026 in Nusa Dua, Badung Regency.
Mar. 16, 2026
The Melasti purification ceremony held at Tanah Lot Beach in Beraban Village, Kediri District, attracted strong attention from visiting tourists on Monday (March 16), as thousands of Balinese Hindus took part in the sacred ritual ahead of Nyepi, Bali’s Day of Silence.
Mar. 6, 2026
The Denpasar City Government will host the fourth Kasanga Festival from March 6 to 8, 2026, in the Catur Muka area and Puputan Badung Square as part of preparations for the Nyepi Day of Silence.
Feb. 17, 2026
A cultural performance combining traditional Balinese Kecak dance and Chinese Barongsai (lion dance) was held in The Nusa Dua area on Friday (February 13) as part of Lunar New Year celebrations.
Feb. 14, 2026
Penglipuran Tourism Village in Bangli Regency is set to stage a Barong Landung performance along its main village street to mark the Lunar New Year celebration. The cultural performance is scheduled for Sunday (Feb 15) at approximately 10:00 WITA.
Feb. 10, 2026
Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel has once again hosted a contemporary art exhibition, collaborating with Bali-based artist Dodit Artawan in a two-month public showcase that highlights everyday domestic life through visual art.
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.