make the most of october in bali by enjoying these things

There is no doubt Bali is a stunning place to visit throughout the year, however October gives you the perfect benefit to enjoy this "Island of Gods" without the crowded tourist season. The temperature is at its loveliest around 27°C, ideal to enjoy that perfect short swim in peace that you have been longing for. Adventure lovers can make the most of the water sports. October is a mixture of cloudy rainy weather as mostly 15 days of October receive light rainfall that too during the night. 

It is really a good month to visit considering the hotels, rooms, villas and other vacations are cheap. Great international selected events are held that gather a beautiful crowd. Here are some of the events we recommend that you attend before this beautiful month ends.

Ubud Writers and Readers Festival

Started in 2002, the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival has transitioned itself into one of the world's best and most recognized celebrated literary and artistic events. It is like an annual pilgrimage for the people who love literature and conversation. This year marks the 16th anniversary of the Southeast Asia's leading words & ideas festival.

This year will feature over 170+ events with 180+ journalists, writers, activists, thinkers, artists and performers across 70 different venues. This event transforms Ubud literally into a thriving hub of pure creativity for five days every year. 

This is one of the few places where the artists and audience can share their ideas, inspirations and concerns for better outcome. It is a festival that gives a perfect platform for delightful & meaningful cross cultural exchange and dialogue. 

The best part is that nearly 40% of the event is free of cost where you can see fiery discussion and intimate lunches fill with literary stuff while enjoying the great heart gripping live performances and learning from hands on workshops held in real time. Programs featuring the Indonesian Film Program, to an exclusive wide range of Book Launches, Art Exhibitions, Live Music & Arts performances, Festival Club and Children & Youth events, It is indeed a great event to enjoy on a budget.

When:    23.-27. October 2019

Where:   Multiple Venues in Ubud

Nusa Dua Fiesta

Nusa Dua is like the most sought after exclusive area of Bali. This southern part of Bali is going to be filled with fun, colors, exhibitions, sporting events, arts and cultural performance on the weekend. The Nusa Dua Fiest will open with a grand ceremony along  Nusa Dua Peninsula and will be followed by some great live musical performances.

Fiesta is going to feature some spectacular cultural dances, food stalls, local market stalls and a great parade of floats in the evening. Those who love to enjoy different food are going to have a field day as there will be a great number of food stalls offering local Indonesian cuisines and international cuisines as well.

The closing is not going to be any less grand than the opening, it will include a spectacle of colossal dances with over thousands of performers performing the "Mentari Pulau Dewata or ‘Sun of the Island of the Gods’". If you are in Bali during these dates, do not miss it as it is the perfect event to grab your friends and family for one of the best events of the year in Bali.

When:    25.-27. October 2019 Daily (from 6am-10pm)

Where:   Various venues, Bali Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) complex,

  Peninsula Island – Nusa Dua, Nusa Dua, Benoa

Bali Heritage Food Festival