Bali Kite Festival 2023

It’s almost time for the much-awaited Bali Kites Festival! One of Bali’s most popular community events and a favourite with our guests, this spectacular annual event is a great photo opportunity and a wonderful way to immerse yourself in Balinese culture. 

Taking place on Sanur’s Paganggalak Beach, just 5 minutes from Prime Plaza Suites Sanur, you can witness Balinese kite troupes from villages all over the island come together to compete and showcase their magnificent giant kites alongside international teams with modern kites. 

A traditional Balinese giant kite can measure up to 4 metres wide and 10 metres long. There are also kites with “tails” - some as long as 100 metres! Each kite takes weeks if not months to produce - usually by young Balinese boys who would gather in the Banjar to make the kites by hand using bamboo frames and other materials. 

Throughout the festival, there’ll be various competitions held such as “new kite creations” and more. Youths compete with each other to take home the coveted title and prize money. Each troupe is usually accompanied by a group of Gamelan players which adds to the fun and festive atmosphere. During this time, the sky above Padanggalak Beach will be filled with kites of all shapes and sizes - it’s truly a sight to behold and something that you do not want to miss. 

The Bali Kites Festival usually takes place from July to August, September and sometimes October, depending on weather conditions. Each day’s event would also depend on weather and wind conditions, so do check with our front desk or concierge if you’re planning to head to the festival!