Cultural Festivals in Bali: Bali Arts Festival, Kite Festival, Ogoh-Ogoh & More
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 6 min read · Baca dalam Bahasa Indonesia
Bali isn't just beaches: there are spectacular arts and cultural festivals throughout the year. With a scooter you can come and go flexibly. Here are the main festivals and tips.
Main festivals
| Festival | Location | Usual timing |
|---|---|---|
| Bali Arts Festival | Art Centre, Denpasar | Around June–July |
| Kite festival | Sanur & Padang Galak | Mid-year windy season |
| Ogoh-ogoh parades | All over Bali | Evening before Nyepi (around March) |
| Ubud arts & literature festivals | Ubud | Usually late in the year |
Dates change every year and follow the Balinese calendar. Check the organisers' official announcements.
Visiting tips
- Arrive early; roads around venues are often closed temporarily.
- Park in the designated areas and follow the pecalang (village guards).
- On Nyepi there's no traffic at all — read Nyepi & holiday seasons.
- Ride home carefully at night — riding at night in Bali.
During ogoh-ogoh parades many village roads are closed. Park a little further away and walk to the parade.
Best scooters
| Scooter | Engine | Daily | Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda BeAT (Gen 4–5) | 110cc | IDR 80,000 | IDR 425,000 | IDR 1,210,000 |
| Honda Scoopy (Gen 4) | 110cc | IDR 90,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,410,000 |
| Honda Vario 125 | 125cc | IDR 100,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,510,000 |
Book on WhatsApp or via the Bali scooter rental catalogue: the bike is delivered to your hotel, villa, the airport or bus terminal with 2 helmets, and you pay when it arrives — no deposit.
Minimum rental 2 days. Related: ceremonies & road closures, watching Balinese dance and concerts & events. All scooters at SiapPergi — Bali scooter rental.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Bali Arts Festival?
Every year, usually around June–July at the Art Centre in Denpasar.
Where is the Bali kite festival?
Around Sanur and Padang Galak in the mid-year windy season.
When are the ogoh-ogoh parades?
The evening before Nyepi, usually around March.
Can I ride on Nyepi?
No. All of Bali is silent for 24 hours on Nyepi.
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