The government of Bali province has officially presented the Bali Calendar of Events 2026 — a single calendar of key events for the year. It includes 56 festivals and events across all regions of the island.
This comprises 40 cultural events, 7 sports events, 2 business events (MICE: exhibitions/conferences/incentive events), 1 fashion event, 4 musical events, and 2 culinary events.
The calendar was developed through the selection and synchronization of programs from different areas and sectors to ensure more coordinated promotion and a temporal and spatial distribution of events, avoiding 'overloaded' periods and concentration in the same places.
Complete Bali Events Calendar 2026
February
- 6th Multilateral Naval Exercise — international event at Benoa Port: encounters and activities with naval forces from different countries, plus a cultural program, maritime exhibition, and local performances.
March
- Buleleng International Rhythm Festival (10–13 March 2026) — a music festival focusing on rhythm, percussion, and live performances.
- Kesanga Fest 2026 (12 March 2026) — city cultural festival ahead of Nyepi: street program, traditions, and modern creative scenes.
- Pawai Ogoh-Ogoh Denpasar (18 March 2026) — the Ogoh-Ogoh parade (ritual figures), one of the most spectacular traditions before Nyepi.
- Lukat Geni, Paksebali Klungkung (18 March 2026) — traditional "fire" cleansing ceremony (ritual ceremony in the village of Paksebali).
- Omed-Omedan, Sesetan Denpasar (20 March 2026) — a reconciliation/friendly ritual celebration in Sesetan after Nyepi, known as the "kissing ritual".
- Buleleng Ethno Carnival — an ethnocarnival with costumes, music, and processions, showcasing the cultures of North Bali.
April
- Bali Spirit Festival (15–19 April 2026) — a large yoga festival, mindfulness practices, dance, and wellness culture.
- Festival Semarapura (28 April – 1 May 2026) — city festival in Semarapura (Klungkung): cultural program, stage performances, and fairs.
- Food, Hotel & Tourism Bali (FHTB) (28–30 April 2026) — specialized exhibition/fair for the hospitality and tourism industry (HoReCa + travel).
May
- BTR Ultra (15–17 May 2026) — ultra-trail/running event for long distances (competition for enthusiasts and athletes).
- Ubud Food Festival (29–31 May 2026) — gastronomy festival: chef dinners, tastings, lectures, and a food market.
- Bali & Beyond Travel Fair (BBTF) (28–30 May 2026) — B2B format travel exhibition: industry meetings, destination presentations, and negotiations.
- Gianyar Layang-Layang Festival — kite festival in Gianyar: flights, competitions, show formats.
June
- Bali International Film Festival (Balinale) (1–7 June 2026) — international film festival: screenings, discussions, and industry programs.
- Bali Wellness & Beauty Expo (4–6 June 2026) — beauty and health industry exhibition: brands, products, and workshops.
- Ubud Open Studios (5–7 June 2026) — open studios days in Ubud where artists/workshops receive visitors.
- Tenganan Pegringsingan Culture Festival (9–11 June 2026) — cultural festival in Tenganan: traditions of Bali-Aga village, ritual ceremony of fighting with thorny leaves.
- Pesta Kesenian Bali XLVII (13 June – 11 July 2026) — major Balinese art festival: dance, music, theater, and craft programs.
- Semarak Pandawa Festival (18–20 June 2026) — beach festival at Pandawa: stage, guest activities, local participants.
- Karangasem Festival (22 June 2026) — festival of Karangasem district: cultural showcase of the region and tourism program.
- Mekotek, Desa Munggu (27 June 2026) — traditional ritual/procession in the village of Munggu, known as “bamboo pole fighting”.
July
- Penglipuran Village Festival (10–12 July 2026) — festival of Penglipuran village: culture, crafts, local cuisine, and tourism program.
- Festival Bali Jani (11–25 July 2026) — festival of contemporary Balinese art: new formats, collaborations, and stage.
- Jatiluwih Festival (18–19 July 2026) — festival in Jatiluwih (rice terraces): culture and nature, local products, walking activities.
- Lovina Festival (24–26 July 2026) — festival of Lovina: cultural program of North Bali, performances, and fairs.
- Bali International Choir Festival (26–30 July 2026) — international choir festival: competitions, concerts, and workshops.
- Rare Angon Festival — cultural festival with traditional performances and local themes (title meaning 'rarely-angon', pastoral/folk theme).
August
- Ubud Village Jazz Festival (7–8 August 2026) — jazz festival in Ubud: open-air concerts and performances.
- Buleleng Festival (23–28 August 2026) — major district festival of Buleleng: concerts, cultural, and city activities.
- Maybank Marathon (24 August 2026) — one of Bali's largest runs: marathon weekend and mass distances.
- Tanah Lot Art and Food Festival — festival at Tanah Lot temple: art program plus local food and fairs.
- Makepung Bupati Cup — Makepung (traditional buffalo races in Jembrana) competitions, district-level cup.
- Denpasar Kite Festival — kite festival in Denpasar: competitions, kite shows, and family format.
- Medewi Boardriders Challenge — surf competition in Medewi (surfboard disciplines).
September
- Taman Ayun Barong Festival (4–6 September 2026) — Barong festival at Taman Ayun complex: traditional performances and ceremonial culture.
- Bali International Airshow (24–27 September 2026) — international airshow: exhibition, demonstrations, and industry program.
- Lembongan Surf and Music Festival — festival on Nusa Lembongan: surf activities plus music stage.
- Buleleng Fashion Festival — regional fashion event: shows, designers, creative industries.
- Parade Budaya Jembrana — cultural parade of Jembrana: processions, costumes, music, and regional symbols.
October
- Nusa Penida Festival (5–7 October 2026) — festival of Nusa Penida: culture, nature, maritime theme, and tourism program.
- Klungkung Heritage Festival (10–11 October 2026) — Klungkung heritage festival: history, culture, exhibitions, and stage.
- Gebug Seraya Festival (10–12 October 2026) — festival of the Gebug Seraya tradition (ritual stick fights) in Karangasem.
- Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (21–25 October 2026) — literary festival: authors, discussions, presentations, and reader meetings.
- Tulamben Ocean Harmony Festival — marine/diving festival in Tulamben: ocean theme, community, and activities by the water.
- Bali Hockey Festival — sports festival/tournament in hockey.
November
- Pemuteran Bay Festival (6–8 November 2026) — festival in Pemuteran: local culture with an emphasis on the bay/natural initiatives.
- Makepung Lampit (15 November 2026) — another format of traditional buffalo races, separate season start.
- Makepung Jembrana Cup — Jembrana Cup for buffalo races: main event of the district's traditional races.
- Ulun Danu Festival — festival at the Ulun Danu complex: cultural performances and ceremonial atmosphere surrounding the temple and lake.
- Jembrana Jegog Festival — festival of jegog (traditional music on bamboo instruments) in Jembrana.
- Sanur Village Festival — festival of Sanur: resort's city celebration, stage, gastro, and creative program.
- Goa Lawah Festival (23 November 2026) — festival at the Goa Lawah temple with bats: cultural program around the temple complex and pilgrimage point.
December
- Pandawa Beach Festival (25 December 2026) — festive event at Pandawa Beach: stage, activities for the guests, "high season".
- Bali Rockin’ Blues Festival — musical festival (rock and blues), concert format.
- Denpasar Festival — main city festival of Denpasar at the end of the year: concerts, fairs, and cultural program.
Source: BALIPOST.com
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