Bali hosts an increasing choice of international events for special interest
groups.
Bali is one of the region's
premier destinations for events of all
kinds. The combination of exotic tropical location, world-class food, luxurious
accommodations and a distinctive local culture make Bali the ideal place to
hold both local and international events. Whether you're arranging a wedding, a
workshop or a conference,
Bali can offer the perfect venue and support.
Our Bali Events Calendar includes Balinese Holidays and Ceremonies as well as
International Festivals and Conferences taking place in Bali. Note that
the cultural centre of Ubud is fast becoming a magnet for New Age and
spiritually inclined visitors to hold special events or simply to bask in the
town's unique energy. See our
Retreats
and Workshops Calendar for more details.
If you would like to add an event to this calendar, please
email
| Bali Events Calendar 2012 & 2013 |
| DATE |
EVENT DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
Monday Movie Night |
Check out Monday Night Movie |
The
Yoga Barn© |
Every Monday |
Tetamian – Amazing Classic Balinese Art, Dance & Drama |
Puri Peliatan Ubud |
January 22, 2012 |
Hari Raya Siwaratri, à Siwaratri is a holy day of worship to carry out before Hyang Widhi Wasa / Almighty God in manifestation as Hyang Shiva. Siwaratri Day has special meaning for mankind, because in those days Sang Hyang Shiva yoga.
Accordingly Hindus carry out activities that lead to self-purification business, making the presence of mind to Sang Hyang Shiva, in an effort to create awareness of self (atma ikang atutur jatinya ri). |
Bali |
February 01, 2012 |
Hari Raya Galungan, This is the most important holiday symbolizing the victory of Virtue (Dharma) upon Evil (Adharma). The holiday is specialized by the fitting of 'penjor', a tall bamboo pole splendidly decorated with woven young coconut leaves, fruit, cakes and flowers, on the right side of every house entrance. People are attired in their finest clothes and jewels this day. |
Bali |
February 11, 2012 |
Hari Raya Kuningan, This holiday takes place ten days after Galungan, bringing the holiday period to a closing time. On this day, a special ritual ceremony is held for the Ancestral spirits. |
Bali |
March 23, 2012 |
Hari Raya Nyepi Tahun Baru Caka 1943, This holiday is the Balinese New Year called icaka New Year, the day of total silence throughout the island. No activity, no traffic at all on the roads, no fire may be lit for 24 hours. Great purification and sacrificial rites are held the day before so as to exorcize evil spirits from every corner of the island. |
Bali |
March 28 - 1 April, 2012 |
The 5th Annual Balispirit Festival, The BaliSpirit Festival is a spiritually charged event that celebrates yoga, dance and music and the synergy of global cultural collaboration through the arts. |
Ubud |
June 16, 2012 |
Hari Raya Saraswati, This day is devoted to God's Manifestation as Dewi Saraswati, the beautiful Goddess of Knowledge, Art and Literature. On this day, books of knowledge, manuscripts and the Wedas are blessed and special offerings are made for them. |
Bali |
June 20, 2012 |
Hari Raya Pagerwesi, The name literally means 'iron fence', on which day ceremonies and prayers are held for strong mental and spiritual defense in welcoming the Galungan holiday. |
Bali |
