Ubud Events & Things To Do — The Complete Guide

Quick answer: BaliEvents currently lists 27 events in the Ubud area, 9 of them free or guest-list entry, and Wednesday is the busiest night in our listings. This guide covers what is worth planning around and links straight through to dated listings you can book.

Fast facts — Ubud area, from BaliEvents listings on 12 October 2026:

• Events listed: 27
• Free or guest-list entry: 9
• Paid entry or ticketed: 18
• Recurring weekly or daily: 17
• Busiest night in our listings: Wednesday
• Most common formats: wellness (5), spiritual (5), meetup (5)
• Most booked venues: The Bali Eden, La Luz, NARI - Fire Influenced Bistro
• Book online on BaliEvents: The Bali Eden
• Check what is on: Ubud events · Ubud this weekend

Ubud Events & Things To Do in 2026

Ubud is one of the most magical places on Earth — a lush jungle town in the highlands of Bali where ancient Hindu culture, world-class wellness retreats, and extraordinary cuisine collide. In 2026, Ubud's event calendar is richer than ever.

Why Visit Ubud?

Unlike the beach towns of Canggu and Seminyak, Ubud offers a slower, more spiritual experience. Rice terraces cascade down steep valleys, traditional temples host daily ceremonies, and healers, artists, and yoga teachers from around the world make this their home.

Ubud Event Types

Ubud events cover a unique range of experiences:

Cultural & Spiritual Events

• Temple ceremonies (odalan) at Pura Gunung Kawi and Pura Tirta Empul
• Kecak fire dance performances at Uluwatu and within Ubud
• Gamelan and traditional Balinese music concerts
• Barong dance shows and shadow puppet (Wayang Kulit) performances

Wellness & Healing Events

• Daily yoga classes at Yoga Barn (Ubud's legendary 4-floor yoga shala)
• Sound healing and crystal bowl ceremonies
• Cacao and kambo ceremonies
• Breathwork intensives and tantra workshops
• Meditation retreats from 1-day to 30-day programs

Food & Drink Events

• Organic farm-to-table dinners in rice fields
• Traditional Balinese cooking classes
• Coffee plantation tours with tasting sessions
• Jungle dining experiences by candlelight

Best Things To Do in Ubud

Beyond events, Ubud has countless activities:

1. Tegalalang Rice Terrace — Iconic terraced rice fields north of Ubud, best visited at sunrise
2. Sacred Monkey Forest — Sanctuary housing over 700 Balinese long-tailed macaques
3. Tirta Empul Temple — Holy spring water temple where visitors can participate in purification rituals
4. Campuhan Ridge Walk — Scenic 2km jungle ridge walk through rice fields and jungle
5. Waterfalls — Tegenungan, Kanto Lampo, and Tibumana falls are 20-40 minutes from central Ubud

Ubud Art Scene

Ubud has been Bali's art capital since the 1930s when Western artists like Walter Spies and Rudolf Bonnet settled here. Today, dozens of galleries and artist studios line the main streets:

• Neka Art Museum — Largest collection of Balinese and Indonesian art
• Blanco Renaissance Museum — Former home of Spanish artist Antonio Blanco
• ARMA Museum — Traditional Balinese painting and sculpture

Practical Ubud Tips

• Stay at least 3 nights to fully experience the area
• Rent a scooter or hire a driver — Ubud's attractions are spread out
• Book popular wellness events in advance — Yoga Barn classes sell out fast
• Respect temple dress codes — Sarong and sash are required at all temples (often provided)

Upcoming Ubud Events

Check Balievents Ubud events calendar for this week's yoga classes, cultural performances, sound healings, and special events. Updated daily.

How to use this guide in real life

1. Pick your base area for the day (Canggu, Ubud, Seminyak, Uluwatu, Jimbaran, or Sanur).
2. Choose one intention: wellness, social, culture, sports, or nightlife.
3. Book one anchor event and keep one backup within a short ride.
4. Check dress code, start time, and ticket vs guest-list access.
5. Avoid stacking distant areas the same evening — Bali traffic is part of the plan.

If you are deciding what to do this week, open BaliEvents, filter by date, then save two options maximum. The goal is a great night, not ten open tabs.

Local planning tips for Bali events

• Midweek community nights are often better for meeting people than peak Saturday clubs.
• Uluwatu destination plans need early transport from Canggu.
• Ubud rewards slower schedules — don’t overbook transfers.
• Free entry can still have drink minimums or time cutoffs.
• Rainy season: keep an indoor backup (wellness, workshop, dining).

Related reads: how to find free events, midweek events, how to plan your week.

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How BaliEvents sources this guide

BaliEvents Editorial reviews live bookable listings and recurring community calendars across Canggu, Ubud, Seminyak, Uluwatu, Jimbaran, and Sanur. We prioritize dated next-occurrence events over undated social posts. Confirm details on the event page before you go.

Updated October 2026.