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Apr. 5, 2026
A large-scale family-focused festival returned to Bali on April 3–4, 2026, as SAMANA took place at ProEd Global School within the Nuanu Creative City area, attracting hundreds of families for a weekend of interactive and educational activities.
Apr. 2, 2026
The annual Ngusaba Kadasa ceremony at Ulun Danu Batur Temple in Kintamani reached a key highlight on Thursday (April 2, 2026), marked by the Mapepada Agung ritual accompanied by dozens of traditional gamelan ensembles.
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.
Feb. 3, 2026
Nuanu Creative City will celebrate the Lunar New Year with a four-day cultural program taking place across its area from February 14 to 17, 2026. The celebration is designed as a multi-day, site-wide experience that blends performances, cultural processions, and public activities into the daily rhythm of Nuanu.
Jan. 25, 2026
The annual Nusa Penida Festival will continue to be held in 2026, even though it is no longer included in Indonesia’s Karisma Event Nusantara (KEN) list curated by the Ministry of Tourism of Indonesia.
Jan. 14, 2026
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.
Jan. 13, 2026
The Bali Provincial Tourism Office has officially launched the Bali Calendar of Events (CoE) 2026, outlining a year-long lineup of festivals and events aimed at strengthening Bali’s position as a high-quality and sustainable tourism destination.
Jan. 8, 2026
Following its strong reception last year, the Buleleng International Rhythms Festival (BIRF) is scheduled to return in 2026, with the event set to take place from March 10 to 15. Buleleng Regency will once again host the international arts and cultural festival.
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.