Party, Feast And Dance This New Year In Bali: See The 10 Hottest Celebrations!
The year 2022 has been one hell of a roller coaster ride, don’t you think? We say its finale should be just as thrilling! Party your way into the New Year in Bali this year-end and get a taste of the endless festive madness of this exotic island! We have listed some of the best options for parties, dining and entertainment on Bali New Year with just the amount of glitter and glam you need to kickstart 2023 on a grand note and take your New Year trip to the next level. So scroll down and pick your favs!
1. Bali New Year’s Eve Countdown Dinner At Chapung Sebali
Gorge on a delicious, specially curated menu at Bali’s favourite boutique resort tucked deep in the lush greens of Ubud. That’s not all! This special Bali New Year party begins with a stunning live Kecak Dance performance that guests can watch while sipping on refreshing cocktails at Chapung Sebali’s iconic Blind Pig Lounge. The performance will be followed by a lavish dinner at the Upper Deck Restaurant and live band music, ending with fireworks at the Jungle Fish Pool at midnight!
When: 7 PM, 31st December
Where: Chapung Sebali, Jl Raya Sebali, Ubud, Bali
2. The Biggest Bali New Year Party At Finns Beach Club
Party the whole day at Bali’s legendary Finns Beach Club that will be keeping up with its annual tradition of hosting the biggest, baddest NYE events on this island! Sip on unlimited cocktails and watch international DJs play the most insane beats to get you grooving on a whopping 170-metre beachfront space from day to night on 31st December. Finns, one of the best places for nightlife in Bali, is bringing an awesome lineup of celebrity EDM DJs to keep you entertained from dusk to dawn on New Year in Bali, the likes of which include Diplo, Elderbrook, Hayden James, Gorgon City, and even a mystery guest artist. Don’t forget to opt for those early bird VIP tickets for special perks!
When: 3 PM, 31st December
Where: Finns Beach Club, Jl Pantai Berawa No. 5, Canggu, Bali
3. Motel Mexicola’s Glitzy New Year Party In Bali
How about a mix of Mexican-Balinese style partying to step into the New Year in Bali? Head to Motel Mexicola for a night of crazy dancing, entertainment, dance performances, and an endless supply of tacos and tequila! Listen to resident Mexicola DJs play you some hip party beats all night long as you enjoy round after round of free food and booze. Called the Alter Ego, this super fun New Year fiesta is designed to give you an unforgettable New Year celebration in Bali that will go on till 1 in the morning!
When: 7 PM, 31st December
Where: Motel Mexicola, Jl Kayu Jati No.9X, Seminyak, Bali
4. Welcome 2023 With A Glam Masquerade Ball!
Ditch conventional celebrations and add a touch of mystery and glamour to your New Year in Bali. Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort is hosting a one-of-a-kind carnival-themed Masquerade Party as well as a classy Countdown Pool Party this year to let guests welcome 2023 in style! Start your Bali NYE with a wholesome feast and cocktails at Daily Social, Sheraton’s state-of-the-art multi-cuisine restaurant. Then you can either countdown to midnight with booze and EDM music at the rooftop pool party or waltz away in ball gowns and carnival masks till midnight at Sheraton’s party hall. According to Sheraton’s regular clientele, attending this elegant ball is among the best things to do in Bali on NYE!
When: 6 PM (Masquerade Party) & 9 PM (Pool Party), 31st December
Where: Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort, Jl Pantai Kuta, Kuta, Bali
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5. Bali New Year Feast At Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach
Foodies, rejoice! Hotel Indigo Seminyak, one of the finest beach resorts in Bali known for its impeccable views, amazing hospitality and top-notch food, is hosting the grandest New Year’s Eve dinner ever! Guests can either pick the specially curated New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner at Makase, or opt for the lavish six-course Modern Japanese Dinner at SugarSand and add a sprinkle of stunning ocean views to their Bali New Year dinner! From soups, seafood, and satays at Makase, to sushi, sashimi, and salmon at SugarSand, Indigo Bali will only serve you the best on your New Year in Bali!
When: 7 PM (Makase) & 6 PM (SugarSand), 31st December
Where: Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach, Jl Camplung Tanduk No.10, Seminyak, Bali
6. Bali New Year Beach Festival At Sundays Beach Club
Party like there’s no tomorrow at the New Year’s Eve Beach Festival of Bali’s favourite oceanfront party hub – the Sundays Beach Club! Watch fire dancers and water drummers mesmerise the crowd with their antics, gorge on bottomless tacos and gourmet pizzas with cocktails, dance around enormous bonfires over the cool sands, and have popular DJs like Whenda Saxophone and Lucky Aces play you the maddest tunes at one of the most happening Bali New Year events! If you prefer a private celebration, you can opt for a VIP Bungalow that comes with complimentary perks like wine bottles, butler service, private bonfire, a s’mores station, and a whole lot more.
When: 6 PM, 31st December
Where: Sundays Beach Club, Jl Pantai Selatan Gau, Ungasan, Bali
7. A Retro New Year In Bali At Alila Seminyak
Alila is, no doubt, the best place to celebrate New Year in Bali if retro is your style! Lose yourself in a sparkling evening with great food, music and dance that will transport you back in time! Apart from a royal four-course dinner at Alila’s Seasalt, guests will be treated to live music by the lovely Lydia Rose in a retro disco setting at Alila’s Beach Bar, followed by the countdown and fireworks. And the best part, the most beautiful vistas of Seminyak’s oceanfront will keep you company while you tap your feet to classy retro beats all night long on your trendsetting Bali New Year party!
When: 5 PM, 31st December
Where: Alila Seminyak, Jl Taman Ganesha No.9, Petitenget, Seminyak, Bali
8. A Smashing New Year Party In Bali At W Bali Seminyak
W Bali Seminyak will be ground zero for Bali’s crazy party crowd this New Year’s Eve! Hip Hop your way to 2023 as the internationally celebrated TENSNAKE sets fire to W Bali’s beach-decked Main Stage with the most dope beats you’ll ever hear! Sip cocktails as you watch local artists like DJ Stan, Septa, Naken, Jeremy Jay, and GoodGrip. With three different stages inviting music fans from all over the world, including a dedicated Hip Hop dance zone, the ultra-luxurious W Bali is Party Central for the most exotic celebration of New Year in Bali!
When: 6 PM, 31st December
Where: W Bali Seminyak, Jl Petitenget, Seminyak, Bali
9. A Local Bali New Year’s Eve Celebration In Denpasar
If noisy parties aren’t your thing, get a taste of the local Indonesian way of welcoming the New Year in Bali by heading to Denpasar, one of the prettiest places in Bali! Natives gather near Puputan Badung Park in Denpasar every year to celebrate New Year with full gusto and enthusiasm. The merry festivities include delicious food, dance, cultural parades, colourful clothes, and an exuberant firework show set off at midnight whilst the locals hug and wish each other a Happy New Year! You must also visit the temples in and around Puputan and attend the special prayers on the Eve of the 31st. With nightlong frolic and fun, you’ll find traditional celebrations here are no less sparkly than any Bali New Year party!
When: All day on 31st December!
Where: Near Puputan Badung Park, Denpasar, Bali
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10. Traditional Balinese Dance & Mask Parades In Sanur
Raise your glasses to toast to the Near Year 2023 at the many chic (but rather peaceful) bars and pubs lined up on the quiet beaches of Sanur. Decked up with soothing ochre lights and resonating with melodious local music all night long, Sanur’s beaches on the Eve of New Year are a vibe in themselves! You can visit any restaurant and club in Sanur to witness a cultural New Year celebration in Bali with stunning Balinese dance performances, dramatic music, traditional mask parades, and other local festivities to mark the occasion! And if your feet feel tappy, you can dart off to Sanur’s more popular beaches for fun countdown events and retro gigs!
When: All day on 31st December!
Where: The beaches of Sanur, Bali
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Frequently Asked Questions About New Year In Bali
1. How do Bali celebrate New Years?
The island of Bali is buzzing with festivities, parades, parties, feasts, and other thrilling activities to welcome the New Year! Resorts, hotels, restaurants, clubs, pubs, and bars in famous cities like Kuta, Seminyak, Denpasar, Jimbaran and Ubud dipped in colourful hues and enchanting lights host some of the most exciting New Year gigs for locals and foreign expats alike!
2. Is New Year a good time to visit Bali?
Yes, New Year is a great time to visit Bali when it is brimming with excitement and enthusiasm in the form of parties, concerts, gala dinners, countdown events, traditional events, and more!
3. Does Indonesia celebrate New Years?
Yes, New Year is celebrated in the city of Bali in Indonesia. The city commemorates it in the most fun manner with everything from parties, EDM concerts, and luxury dinners to local and traditional celebrations in streets, parks and restaurants.
4. How is Bali in December?
Bali mostly has favourable weather conditions in December, with an occasional spell of rain. The temperature stays at around 27°C with cool winds, especially near the shores. Bali is a great place to visit in December, especially around Christmas and New Year.
5. Can you swim in Bali in December?
Bali has favourable weather conditions in December and the average temperature of the water is around 31°C (88°F) making it ideal to go for a swim or engage in watersports like jet skiing, canoeing, parasailing, and banana boat riding.
Written By : Kanika Saxena
