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Cinchy Blog / Bali Events in June 2026: What’s New?
Published: 31 May 2026
By Syahrial Maulana Sudarto
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June is easily one of the most exciting months to be in Bali.
The weather is dry, the sky is clear, and the island practically comes alive with festivals, cultural ceremonies, sports competitions, and creative gatherings.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning traveler, there's no shortage of things to experience.
If you're looking for a Bali event in June 2026 to add to your itinerary, you're in the right place, here's a curated rundown of the best events happening this month.
Medewi Boardriders Challenge - Instagram: @medewiboardriders
Running throughout the entire month of June, the Medewi Boardriders Challenge is a beloved annual surfing competition that draws both local and international surfers to the renowned left-hand point break of Medewi Beach.
Organized by the local surf club Medewi Board Riders (MBR) with support from the Jembrana Regency Government, this event is a celebration of surf culture in the quieter, more natural side of Bali.
Competition divisions include Open Men's Shortboard, Open Men's Longboard, and Open Women's Longboard, with wildcard slots reserved for talented surfers from the Jembrana area.
What makes Medewi particularly special is its long, mellow wave that rolls for hundreds of meters along the black-pebble shore, making it genuinely thrilling to watch even if you've never picked up a surfboard in your life.
The vibe here is relaxed and community-driven, nothing overly commercial, just good surf and great company.
Don't miss this one, the Bali Kite Festival is one of the most visually spectacular outdoor events you'll ever witness.
Held over the weekend of 6–7 June 2026, the festival features enormous traditional kites soaring up to hundreds of meters in the sky, drawing crowds from across the island and beyond.
Managed by Pelangi Bali (the Bali chapter of the Indonesian Kite Association) and competing for the Bali Governor's Rolling Trophy, the festival focuses on three iconic traditional kite designs: Bebean (fish-shaped), Pecukan (leaf-shaped), and Janggan (dragon-shaped, with a tail that can stretch up to 200 meters).
Each kite requires a team of 70 to 80 people to launch and control, often accompanied by the energetic rhythms of Gamelan Balaganjur music on the beach.
For Balinese Hindus, this isn't just a sport, it's a spiritual tradition of sending gratitude to the gods for a bountiful harvest.
Come prepared: bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and plenty of water, as Padanggalak Beach can get very sunny and windy.
And ride a scooter, the roads get congested with trucks hauling giant kites from various regencies, so two wheels are far more efficient than four.
Bali International Film Festival (Balinale) - Instagram: @bali.nale
Cinema lovers, this one's for you. The Balinale 2026 runs from 1–7 June and marks the 19th edition of Indonesia's oldest and most prestigious international film festival.
This year's lineup features 94 films from 38 countries, including 20 World Premieres, 10 International Premieres, and 26 Asian Premieres, an impressive curation that covers Narrative Features, Documentaries, Short Narratives, and Short Animations.
The festival opens with Euphoria by Julian Rosefeldt and closes with The End by Joshua Lincoln Oppenheimer.
A key distinction that sets Balinale apart on the global stage: it is the only film festival in Indonesia recognized as an Academy Award® Qualifying Festival, meaning the Best Short Film winner automatically enters the Oscar® shortlist consideration process.
This year's jury includes notable names like Yosep Anggi Noen, Marcella Zalianty, and Eros Zhao.
Beyond screenings, the Bali Film Forum offers industry networking sessions on co-production and using Indonesia's landscapes as international filming locations, while Cinema by the Sea brings outdoor screenings to the shores of Sanur for a more casual crowd.
Ubud Open Studios - Instagram: @ubudopenstudios
If you've ever wanted to peek inside a Balinese artist's private studio, Ubud Open Studios (UOS) makes that possible.
Held from 5–7 June 2026, this self-guided art crawl spans more than 60 studios scattered across the streets, hidden alleyways, and rural corners of Ubud and Gianyar.
Now in its fifth edition, UOS welcomes collectors, art lovers, and curious visitors into the working spaces of painters, ceramicists, woodcarvers, jewelry designers, textile weavers, fashion designers, architects, and photographers.
You'll witness art being made in real time, not just displayed in a gallery.
The organizers provide a themed curation guide to help you plan your "art-inerary" (most visitors can cover 5–7 studios per day).
Given that some studios are tucked into the countryside, riding a scooter is strongly recommended for navigating between locations comfortably.
Bali Wellness and Beauty Expo - baliwellness.co.id
Themed "Thrive in Bali: Where Wellness Inspires the World", the BWB Expo 2026 is a major international wellness and beauty trade event running from 4–6 June 2026 at The Meru Sanur.
This three-day expo brings together more than 100 national and international exhibitors from the skincare, cosmetics, spa, organic food, and healing retreat sectors.
With an expected attendance of over 3,000 professional visitors from approximately 73 nationalities and a projected business transaction target of USD 3 million, this is a serious industry event, but it's also open to the public.
Highlights include a Daily Look Makeup Class,
Pilates sessions (Morning Flow and Sunset Flow), an Atma Harmony Yoga Workshop led by instructor Donovan Manning covering Hatha, Yin, and Yoga Nidra practices, and a PoundFit cardio workout session using rhythm sticks.
Whether you're a wellness professional or simply a health-conscious traveler, there's plenty here to explore.
Just in case you want to find some beauty stuffs or wellness centre in Bali you can visit, please check our articles here:
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Credit - Wikimedia Commons: Shot by Putu Wijanatha
This is arguably one of the most authentic and rarely-seen cultural events on the entire island.
The Tenganan Pegringsingan Culture Festival takes place from 9–11 June 2026 inside the ancient Bali Aga village of Tenganan Pegringsingan in Karangasem, a community of pre-Majapahit indigenous Balinese people who have preserved their customs for over a thousand years.
The festival's centerpiece is Mekare-kare, also known as Perang Pandan, a sacred one-on-one combat ritual where village men fight barechested, wielding bundles of thorny pandan leaves and rattan shields, accompanied by the haunting iron tones of the ancient Gamelan Selonding.
It sounds intense, and it is, but there's no anger involved. It's a ceremonial offering of courage and sacred blood to Dewa Indra, and any wounds are treated immediately with traditional turmeric and vinegar remedies.
Beyond the combat, visitors can also witness Mebasan (a ritual swing ceremony for young women in full traditional dress), and join interactive workshops on Kain Gringsing, Indonesia's only double ikat textile, woven exclusively in this village using natural plant dyes in a process that can take months or even years.
Dress modestly (sarong and selendang are required), arrive before 10.00 WITA to secure a good viewing spot, and stay behind the spectator barriers during the Perang Pandan ritual.
Pesta Kesenian Bali - pestakesenianbali.id
The granddaddy of all Bali events in June 2026, PKB XLVIII opens on 13 June and runs all the way through to 11 July, making it a full month of non-stop arts and culture.
Now in its 48th edition, Pesta Kesenian Bali is the largest, longest-running, and most prestigious arts festival in all of Indonesia.
The festival kicks off with the Pawai Pembukaan Agung, a spectacular cultural parade along Jalan Sudirman where every regency and city in Bali sends its finest performers, gamelan orchestras (Balaganjur), and towering processional floats decked in traditional Payas Agung wedding finery.
After that, the Art Center becomes a month-long cultural universe, with the massive Ardha Candra open-air stage (capacity: 10,000) hosting drama gong, sendratari (dance-drama based on the Ramayana and Mahabharata), and international ethnic music collaborations nightly.
Competitive events under the Wimbakara program include the prestigious Gong Kebyar gamelan competition (divided into adult, women's, and children's categories), classical dance contests like Legong and Baris, and Balinese poetry recitation.
The Kriya Loka market area, meanwhile, is a treasure trove of handwoven Endek and Songket fabrics, silver jewelry, wooden carvings, and authentic Balinese street food.
Pro tip: Skip the midday heat and arrive around 15.00–16.00 WITA to browse the market and exhibitions, then settle in for the evening performances that begin around 19.30 WITA.
A scooter is your best friend here, parking around Jalan Nusa Indah fills up fast.
Karangasem Festival - Instagram: @sanggarmetanika and @karangasamfestival
Celebrating the 386th anniversary of Amlapura City, the Karangasem Festival 2026 runs from 19–22 June 2026 at Taman Budaya Candra Bhuana in the heart of East Bali.
This four-day festival blends authentic Balinese heritage with contemporary celebration in a way that feels genuinely festive and community-centered.
During the day, the main stage features classical performances including Tari Legong Keraton, Joged Bumbung, and the distinctive vocal music tradition of Genjek, a form of rhythmic group singing unique to East Bali.
The festival also introduces a new official anthem, "Mentari Timur Menari", as a symbol of regional unity.
On Sunday, 21 June, the East Bali Run 2026 sets off at 06.00 WITA, a 6.3-kilometer community run through the scenic streets of Amlapura, open to locals and tourists alike.
Come evening, the atmosphere shifts into concert mode with popular Balinese pop musicians and indie local bands performing live.
The UMKM bazaar running throughout the festival is also worth exploring for traditional Karangasem handicrafts and authentic East Balinese dishes.
Mekotek - Wikimedia Commons: Ebi Triastika
Held on the sacred day of Hari Raya Kuningan, Mekotek is one of the most raw and powerful ritual traditions you'll ever encounter in Bali.
Recognized since 2016 as an official Indonesian Intangible Cultural Heritage (Warisan Budaya Takbenda), this ancient ceremony takes place in Desa Adat Munggu and involves thousands of village men, from young boys to elders, marching through the streets while wielding long wooden poles (2.5 to 3.5 meters in length).
The procession originates from the 17th-century Kingdom of Mengwi, originally performed to welcome home warriors returning victorious from battle.
Today, the poles replace the original iron spears that were banned during Dutch colonial rule.
At key village intersections, the participants converge and thrust their poles together into the air, forming a towering wooden pyramid, and then a brave young man climbs to the very top to issue commands and symbolically conquer evil (adharma) in the name of goodness (dharma).
The whole thing moves quickly, loudly, and with incredible energy.
Come early, wear a sarong and selendang, wear comfortable footwear, and ride a scooter, the roads leading into Munggu Village are closed to four-wheeled vehicles by midday.
Although not a single organized festival, the Galungan and Kuningan celebrations create one of the most magical periods to visit Bali.
Galungan falls on June 17, 2026, while Kuningan takes place on June 27, 2026. During this sacred period, Balinese Hindus celebrate the victory of Dharma (good) over Adharma (evil).
Across the island, roads and villages are decorated with beautiful penjor, tall bamboo poles adorned with coconut leaves, agricultural products, and traditional ornaments.
These decorations create some of Bali's most iconic and photogenic landscapes.
Visitors can witness temple ceremonies, family gatherings, traditional performances, and community celebrations while experiencing a deeper understanding of Balinese spirituality and culture.
With so many Bali events in June 2026 spread across different corners of the island, from Medewi in the west to Karangasem in the east, and everything in between, having your own ride makes a genuine difference.
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