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Jan. 2, 2026
Passengers arriving at and departing from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport received a warm welcome as Bali marked the start of 2026 on Thursday, January 1.
Jan. 1, 2026
The national ban on fireworks during New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations has contributed to a noticeable reduction in post-celebration waste along several beaches in Badung Regency, local environmental authorities said.
Dec. 30, 2025
The Badung Transportation Agency has confirmed it will maintain heightened security and traffic management measures in the Kuta area during New Year’s Eve, as the destination is expected to attract large crowds of domestic and international visitors.
Dec. 30, 2025
Nuanu Creative City marked the transition into 2026 with a New Year’s Eve celebration centered on Indonesian electronic and alternative music, offering a distinct contrast to the island’s more typical year-end events dominated by international headliners.
Dec. 29, 2025
The Traffic Unit of Badung Police will implement traffic diversions across the Canggu area in North Kuta on New Year’s Eve to manage congestion during celebrations marking the transition to 2026.
Dec. 29, 2025
The Badung Police have intensified traffic management and public safety measures across northern Badung, focusing on congestion-prone areas during the year-end holiday period through early January 2026.
Dec. 28, 2025
GWK Cultural Park has confirmed it will not hold a fireworks display during the transition from 2025 to 2026, opting instead for a laser show as part of its New Year’s Eve celebrations. The decision follows a national appeal discouraging the use of fireworks during year-end festivities.
Dec. 24, 2025
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.
Dec. 23, 2025
The Denpasar Traffic Police (Satlantas Polresta Denpasar) have prepared a traffic management plan to anticipate a surge in vehicles during New Year’s Eve celebrations leading into 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.
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.
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