Bali Events & Festivals
From the sacred silence of Nyepi — the Balinese Day of Silence when the entire island shuts down for 24 hours — to the explosion of colour at Galungan and Kuningan, the world-class artistry of the Bali Arts Festival and the globally celebrated Ubud Writers & Readers Festival, Bali's calendar is filled with extraordinary events that make it worth planning your trip around.
Upcoming Events & Festivals
Bali Arts Festival
Pesta Kesenian Bali is the island's most prestigious annual arts event — a month-long celebration of Balinese performing arts, crafts, and music. Held at the Taman Budaya Cultural Park in Denpasar, it…
Read more →LOCUS Bali
LOCUS returns to Bali for 2026 with four days of drum 'n' bass in paradise. Set within the lush grounds of Nuanu Creative City, this international festival brings together the biggest names in the glo…
Read more →Kuningan
Kuningan marks the end of the Galungan festival period, when ancestral spirits are believed to return to the spirit world. Balinese families offer yellow rice, fresh fruit, and flowers at family templ…
Read more →Bali Kite Festival
The Bali Kite Festival has deep spiritual roots — kites are traditionally flown to send messages to the Hindu gods and give thanks for the harvest. Today it is also a spectacular competition, with eno…
Read more →Lovina Festival
The Lovina Festival celebrates the unique culture and natural beauty of North Bali. Held in the sleepy coastal town famous for its dolphin watching and calm black-sand beaches, the festival features t…
Read more →Tumpek Wayang
Tumpek Wayang is a sacred Balinese holiday dedicated to wayang kulit — the ancient shadow puppet theatre. Families hold ceremonies to honour Sang Hyang Iswara and bless the puppets used in spiritual p…
Read more →Ubud Writers & Readers Festival
One of Asia's most celebrated literary events, bringing together hundreds of authors, thinkers, and artists from around the world to the cultural heart of Bali. Set across Ubud's beautiful garden venu…
Read more →BaliSpirit Festival
One of the world's premier yoga, dance and music festivals, held in the heart of Ubud. Drawing visitors from over 50 countries, BaliSpirit features world-class teachers, transformative workshops, ecst…
Read more →Annual Bali Events Calendar
| Event | Typical Month | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nyepi — Day of Silence | March | Hindu / Cultural |
| Galungan & Kuningan | Every 210 days | Hindu |
| BaliSpirit Festival | March / April | Yoga / Music |
| Ubud Food Festival | May / June | Culinary |
| Bali Arts Festival | June / July | Arts & Culture |
| Bali Kite Festival | July / August | Cultural |
| Ubud Writers & Readers Festival | October | Literary |
Plan Around Bali's Festivals
- AI Bali Trip Planner — Build an itinerary around the events you want to attend.
- Balinese Culture & Religion — Understand the meaning behind Hindu festivals.
- Bali Weather by Month — Best time to visit for each festival season.