Explore the Diverse Community Activities in Bali

Bali offers a rich tapestry of community experiences where locals and travelers alike come together. From cultural events and workshops to social gatherings and volunteer opportunities, the Bali community is welcoming and dynamic. Discover how you can be a part of this unique ecosystem and make lasting connections while enjoying the island's vibrant culture.

News
Upd. 15/11/25
Jembrana Plants 3,500 New Trees with Community Support

Balinese officials and teachers have shown that they can work not just behind office desks.

Picking up shovels, hoes, and mattocks, they planted more than 3,500 trees in a day along one of the major rivers in the Jembrana district — Biluk Poh.

Jembrana Plants 3,500 New Trees with Community Support
Body & mind
Upd. 12/07/26
Padel in Bali Gets Official Recognition

Padel in Bali has long been part of the island’s sporting lifestyle and is rightly seen as part of its wider lifestyle scene.

The game combines the pace of tennis with elements of squash, while still being easy enough for beginners to pick up. Its popularity is not only down to the fast-moving nature of the game, but also to…

Padel in Bali Gets Official Recognition
News
24/07/26
Bali Running Club Accused of Discriminating Against Locals

If you recognise yourself in this photo, there is a good chance you will soon face an inspection by the Indonesian immigration authorities.

A rather unexpected scandal is unfolding in Bali. At the centre of it is Entourage Bali, a popular Canggu running club that organises large Silent Disco Runs, where all participants run wearing headph…

Surfing
Upd. 22/04/26
No One Owns the Ocean: The Fight for Bo’a

This story is unfolding right now on Rote Island, Indonesia. Once again, it’s a clash between business and local residents. That script is as old as time, but it’s worrying that in Indonesia these sto…

No One Owns the Ocean: The Fight for Bo’a
News
Upd. 06/06/26
Discover Ubud Through the Eyes of Local Artists

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Ubud is preparing to host one of the most inspiring events of the year: the Ubud Open Studios festival. Over three days, from 5 to 7 June, more than 60 artists, designers and craftspeople will open th…

Discover Ubud Through the Eyes of Local Artists
News
Upd. 06/08/26
New Rules for Construction and Business in Kintamani

Any construction or commercial projects in the Batur and Kintamani area must be approved by local elders and custodians of tradition.

Bali Governor Wayan Koster made the statement during a melaspas purification ceremony at the historic site of the old Batur village. The event marked the 100th anniversary of Rarud Batur — the exodus…

New Rules for Construction and Business in Kintamani
News
Upd. 04/08/26
Sangeh Plans On-Site Rabies Vaccination Clinic

A clinic is planned at Sangeh Monkey Forest for tourists who have been bitten or scratched by macaques.

The tourist attraction will provide the premises, while Abiansemal Community Health Centre (Puskesmas Abiansemal) will supply medical staff and stocks of rabies vaccine. Construction will begin once ap…

Sangeh Plans On-Site Rabies Vaccination Clinic
News
Upd. 30/07/26
Bali Governor: No Discrimination Against Foreigners at Run

Bali Governor Wayan Koster said the Bali Silent Disco run in Canggu could not be described as discriminatory.

Indonesians were among the participants. By then, the two Dutch organizers had already been banned from entering the country, while just a day earlier Koster himself had called for tough measures.

Bali Governor: No Discrimination Against Foreigners at Run