Bali Festival Season 2025: Must-See Wellness, Art & Culture Experiences
by Alexa Genoyer
There are vacations—and then there are moments that become memories. This coming month, Bali isn’t just waiting to be explored—it’s awakening. As the island bursts into its vibrant festival season, it invites you into a living story of art, wellness, culture, and spirit. From coastlines to highlands, Bali pulses with life, offering experiences that stir the soul and stay with you long after you leave.
Top 6 Bali Festivals This 2025 You Simply Can’t Miss
- Bali Art Festival 2025
The journey begins on June 15, as the Bali Art Festival 2025 opens at the Taman Werdhi Budaya Art Centre in Denpasar. Running through July 13, this cultural cornerstone is far more than an exhibition—it's a vivid celebration of Indonesia’s artistic legacy. From traditional dances and gamelan performances to open-air cinema and hands-on workshops, every moment draws you deeper into the heart of Balinese expression.
- Bali Wellness and Beauty Expo
Just days later, the island’s wellness pulse picks up in Sanur, where the Bali Wellness and Beauty Expo takes place from June 27 to 29. Under the theme “Grow Well in Bali,” this coastal gathering blends holistic innovation with local wisdom—offering talks, treatments, and sensory experiences by the sea. In between sessions, enjoy authentic bites at Warung Little Bird, or treat yourself to the island’s most-loved gelato at Massimo Italian Restaurant—a Sanur institution that’s every bit as sweet as the experience itself.
- Penglipuran Village Festival
As July begins, the beautiful landscape of Penglipuran Village in Bangli opens its gates for the Penglipuran Village Festival from July 3 to 5. Revered as one of Bali’s most pristine and culturally intact villages, this celebration invites you to wander bamboo-lined paths, witness ancestral rituals, and explore traditional crafts that keep Bali’s heritage beautifully alive.
- Lovina Festival
On July 18 to 22, the northern coast comes to life with the Lovina Festival. Set against calm black-sand beaches, this laid-back event blends music, dance, art installations, and local cuisine into a community celebration that feels both intimate and energizing. It’s the perfect excuse to slow down and soak in a different side of Bali’s charm.
- Jatiluwih Festival
Just a day later, the emerald-green rice terraces of Jatiluwih—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—host the Jatiluwih Festival from July 19 to 20. Embracing the philosophy of Tri Hita Karana (harmony between humans, nature, and the divine), this festival invites guests into the landscape through live performances, organic culinary experiences, and cultural rituals that echo through the hills.
- Makepung Bull Race Festival
And finally, the month closes with thrilling tradition in Jembrana, western Bali, where the Makepung Bull Race Festival electrifies the fields. Taking place on select Sundays from June through November 2025, this iconic series of races sees elaborately decorated buffaloes charging through muddy tracks, driven by skillful jockeys in full ceremonial attire. It’s a fierce, joyous tribute to Bali’s agrarian heritage—equal parts adrenaline, ritual, and community pride—offering a rare and unforgettable glimpse into the island’s rural soul.
Explore Festival and Events with Blue Karma Secrets
With so much unfolding across the island, Blue Karma Secrets offers more than just sanctuary—we offer seamless, soulful experiences. Across our boutique retreats in Ubud, Seminyak, and Umalas, our team is here to make every detail effortless. Whether you’re heading to Gianyar’s artisan streets, Sanur’s seaside celebrations, or the serene hills of Jatiluwih, our concierge service can arrange private drivers and curated transportation routes to every Bali Festival 2025 location - contact us now. We'll guide you from the comfort of our sanctuaries directly into the soul of Bali’s cultural heart.
So if you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to visit, this is your invitation. Bali’s festival season only happens once a year—but its magic lasts a lifetime.
Don’t just scroll past it. Come feel it. Bali is calling—and this is your season to answer.
