6 Art and Culture Events in Ubud You Must See in 2025

6 Art and Culture Events in Ubud You Must See in 2025 – Ubud is not only a place for enjoying beautiful nature but also for art and cultural events. Here, we have information about the latest art and culture events in Ubud.

This information is suitable for those who plan to visit Ubud in April 2025. Then, you can also take your friends and family members to our restaurant, Shrida Ubud Restaurant after enjoying the art and cultural events.

Bhatara Turun Kabeh

Bhatara Turun Kabeh is a cultural event you must see if you want to go to Ubud on 12th April 2025. It is a full moon event where Balinese Hindus visit Pura Besakih. It is a great opportunity for you to see the largest temple on this island while feeling the atmosphere of the event.

You will see something spectacular in the temple during this event. It is because people decorate the temple with various decorations.

Galungan and Kuningan

You must see Galungan and Kuningan if visiting Ubud from around 23rd April 2025 to 3rd May 2025. Balinese people believe that it is the time when ancestral spirits visit the Earth. The purpose of this event is to celebrate and welcome those ancestral spirits.

You will also see colorful and attractive decorations around Ubud during this event. It is also the time when local people cook some traditional Balinese meals. You can taste it if it is your luck. Don’t worry, you can still taste the meals from Galungan and Kuningan even if you don’t get them during the event.

Just go to our restaurant and order some special dishes, such as Megibung or Bebek Shrida. These two meals are commonly served during special Balinese events, including Galungan and Kuningan. Best of all, you can eat these meals while enjoying the fresh air and magnificent view around the restaurant.

Mekotek

Mekotek is also one of the recommended art and culture events in Ubud you must see. This year, Balinese people celebrate Mekotek on 3rd May 2025.

This event takes place in the village of Munggu. The unique part of this event is the use of the long bamboo poles. The participants will decorate the bamboo poles with coconut leaves first.

Then, they will carry the long bamboo poles through the streets and hold it. Next, other participants must climb the bamboo poles to create a stable human ladder. They often do it while dancing, playing gamelan, and other things.

Bali Spirit Festival 2025

Yoga lovers must come to this festival. Imagine that you are about to meet other yoga lovers around Asia because it is the largest Asian yoga and wellness festival. In 2025, this event will be held from 7th to 11th May 2025 in Ubud.

The best part of this event is that you can do various activities, including meditation, cacao ceremonies, sound healing, breathwork, and ecstatic dance. You can even taste some healthy meals and drinks. This festival is also a great event for beginners because there will be seminars and talks about yoga.

For the warming up, you can visit Shrida Ubud Restaurant. It is because we have some healthy meals and drinks, such as for vegetarians and for yoga lovers. We take the ingredients from the local farmers.

The farmers grow the vegetables and fruits organically. Our chef also knows how to cook the ingredients to make not only delicious but also healthy and captivating meals.

Ubud Open Studios

Ubud is always a place for people who love art and culture. That’s why there is an event known as Ubud Open Studios in this area. You must go to Ubud from 22nd to 25th May 2025 to see this fantastic art event.

Art and cultural enthusiasts will join this event. The idea of this festival is to let people explore more about art and culture in Ubud.

In this event, local artists will open their doors to anyone who wants to see their artwork. It is a great chance to see ceramics, photography, painting, and other fantastic artworks.

Indonesian Music Expo

As its name, this festival aims to celebrate Indonesian music. The unique part of this festival is that it takes place at the Puri Lukistan Museum in Ubud.

This festival invites various artists, such as bands, acapella groups, orchestras, and many more. It is the best festival if you want to know more about Asian music and Gamelan.

So, there are a lot of art and culture events in Ubud you can enjoy this year. We suggest you take a long holiday and enjoy your days in Ubud. We welcome you to visit our restaurant while waiting for the festival and enjoy your days on this beautiful island.

We have Indonesian, Balinese, and international dishes and drinks for you. Visit our official website, www.shridaubud.com to learn more about our restaurant, menu, and other special events. Soon, you will get the most unforgettable holiday experience in Ubud because you are attending art and cultural events there.