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Halloween is coming soon and again it’s on for quite some time, Thursday till Wednesday, in fact. There are a lot of prizes out there to be won this year so get your costumes organized ASAP. There are lots of parties to be enjoyed, too. This list of events is building every day and in … Halloween in Bali 2023 Read More »

Secret Comedy Night has taken Bali by storm since starting over a year ago. It’s Bali’s only curated stand-up comedy show featuring Bali’s best comedians and a special international headliner on each occasion. One of the exciting parts of this comedy show is that the location is kept secret right up until the guest buys … Secret Comedy Night – shh, it’s a secret! Read More »

Get ready to be part of the biggest September day/night party on the island as Finns Beach Club gears up for an unforgettable event on September 27th. Prepare yourself for an epic day and evening as legendary headliner SKRILLEX, joined by Kenny Beats and Jyoty, take the main stage for Finns Day Out, 2023. Skrillex … Next week Skrillex headlines Finns Day Out! Read More »

SugarSand restaurant sits in a beautiful location overlooking Seminyak Beach and has a high-end feel, but also the casual charm of a beachside restaurant. It could even be considered a beach club at times. The restaurant has had a new lease of life since the arrival of new Head Chef Syamsul Rizal and I was … SugarSand on Seminyak Beach Read More »

Alcohol-free dance parties have taken off in the past few years in Bali and around the world. As people, even solid party people, become more health conscious and want to party, socialise and dance, but don’t want to deal with the nightclub world of alcohol, enhancers, cigarette smoke and the massive hangovers of the nightlife, … Echo and the Alcohol-Free Movement Read More »

The Bali high season is fast approaching and one of the biggest annual events of the Bali party calendar, KU DE TA’s White Party will be held on Wednesday August 16, 2023. Last week the organisers announced the final line-up for the party – a line up which looks set to put this year’s event … KU DE TA WHITE PARTY – STARGATE Read More »

The Beat spoke with Mr Rose Bali, also known as Mikail, about The Rose Bali and the event they are holding next week at Jenja. The Rose’s first event was back in the Summer of 2019, and from that day it has slowly built into a formidable, stand alone and totally original party concept and … Mr Rose Bali is Back Read More »

Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach is well known to celebrate its unique neighborhood and so, with help from Balinese artist, Nano Uhero, they presented a sculptural installation made of radical weaving techniques, titled “Gentle Monster”. To commemorate the Balinese sacred holiday of Galungan, Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach invited renowned Balinese artist and master weaver … Balinese artist Nano Uhero presents a Gentle Monster at Hotel Indigo Read More »

Bali Fashion Trend 2023 is back after a four year hiatus, due to the pandemic, of course, and this year, the four day event will feature around 320 designs displayed by domestic fashion designers. “Finally we have managed to organize the show again. We are very proud because we were able to invite designers from … It’s Time to Revive. Bali Fashion Trend is on again this weekend Read More »

Hippie Fish Pererenan Beach opened its doors officially last week with a week-long Grand Opening. They had five days and nights welcoming influencers, the press, hotel concierges, communities, foodies and Perenenan beach-side lovers to their new restaurant. The Beat was fortunate enough to be part of the festivities. A Mediterranean inspired restaurant, rooftop and bar, … Discover a contemporary take on a Mediterranean coastal lifestyle, right on Perenenan Beach – Hippie Fish. Read More »

ARTBAT, the dynamic duo comprising Artur and Batish, has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the world of electronic music. With their distinctive blend of melodic techno and deep house, ARTBAT has gained widespread acclaim and captivated audiences worldwide. Renowned for their exceptional talent and innovative sound, ARTBAT has made a significant … ARTBAT: The Ukrainian Electronic Music Duo Taking the Global Scene by Storm perform live in Bali next Sunday. Read More »

W Bali – Seminyak has announced a new happening this year at the famed, beachside resort. It’s called Summer Soundwave and features international headliners and some of Bali’s best hip hop DJs.  This new annual summer party will be held on Saturday, 15 July 2023 starting from 4pm until late. There will be two stages … Summer Soundwave 2023 Read More »

Right Reasons Funding are thrilled to announce their upcoming fundraising gala, where the proceeds will directly contribute to breaking the cycle of begging street children and moms in Bali. With your support, they can help provide a safe place to call home, nutritious food, employment opportunities, education, and skills training, enabling a brighter future for … Bringing Love and Support to Bali’s Street Moms. Charity Gala next week at Sheraton Kuta Read More »

Bali Nightlife – where to go and what to do. [Updated June 2023] Where do you go out nowadays in Bali? Well, that would depend on what style of entertainment and nightlife you are looking for. A lot of people are now opting for the day time/early evening beach clubs and bars along the Bali … Bali Nightlife – Where to go and what to do Read More »

New Year’s Eve 2024 falls on December 31, 2023. No matter what anyone says online, NYE is the night to celebrate the New Year not the old year passing. Below are the events from last year. We will update this page as events come to hand.     Kuta and Seminyak Beaches are definite hot spots, … New Year’s Eve Bali 2023 – 2024 Read More »

A quick guide on where to go on any particular night in the Canggu area. [UPDATED June 2023] First, every sunset most of the Canggu community heads to the beach to chill out for the last hours of the day. There are a whole bunch of choices, which you can find on this link, but … Canggu Nightlife Read More »

Uluwatu has become one of the major areas of Bali to holiday and live over the past few years. It has come alive with people from all parts of the planet, mainly surfers first, but now also people from all walks of life. There are contributing factors for this migration to the south, including beautiful … Uluwatu Turns on the Nightlife Read More »

Hello, welcome to Bali. Read on for everything you need to know about Bali nightlife. [Updated June 2023] Bali nightlife is centred in the southern tourist areas of Seminyak, Canggu and Uluwatu. After that it is Ubud, Sanur and, once the king of Bali nightlife, but now coming in way behind, Kuta. There is hope … All You Need to Know about Bali Nightlife Read More »

The much-anticipated international UBUD VILLAGE JAZZ FESTIVAL (UVJF) is entering its 10th consecutive year. This year it will be held on Friday and Saturday July 28 and 29 and at a new location. Yuri Mahatma, the festival co-founder explains. “We’ve been holding the festival in ARMA for nine years, and the number of attendees has … Ubud Village Jazz Festival is back in July Read More »

Bali Spirit Festival is in its 15th year and continues to grow stronger on each outing. It has had its challenges in recent years like us all, but it is back in all its glory this year. I have been to many of the events over the years, and like many people, always look forward … Bali Spirit Festival is back this weekend. Always a great time and not to be missed. Read More »

The Beat talks with Scott Pullen, who is just back from a mini-tour spinning his own tracks in Germany. This is a new position in the world of electronic music for Scott and we wanted to find out more, but we’ll start from the beginning….. We first got to know DJ Scott Pullen a few … Scott Pullen Produces the Goods Read More »

A new stage has landed at Mrs Sippy. It has been put thru its paces with major acts including The Presets and Basement Jax in town, recently and passed with flying, psychedelic colours. I say landed ‘cause, as you can see, it does have ὒber spaceship characteristics and it’s the perfect match for the stunning … A New Stage has Landed at Mrs Sippy Read More »