Bali Kite Festival

What is the Bali Kite Festival?

The Bali Kite Festival is a fantastic annual event that is usually held in July and August, to tie in with the island's windy season. This unique events attracts thousands of visitors each year who come to enjoy this fun and interactive festival.

The festival takes place in Padanggalak, a coastal region north of the tourist town of Sanur. Locals and tourists head to the beach to compete in kite flying and spectators watch as the sky becomes filled with colorful kites soaring above in all shapes and sizes. There are prizes awarded to those with the most creative kites.

If you are planning a trip to Bali, this festival is perfect for the whole family to enjoy. Don't miss it! 

Need to know

The festival dates are scheduled according to the weather conditions and can be confirmed without much advance warning. It's advised to have a general idea of the dates, then check with your local hotel who will be able to confirm.

Did you know?

According to legend, the festival began as a colorful fanfare to thank the gods for abundant crops and fertility. It has since grown to become one of the most exciting events on Bali's festival calendar.

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