Bali Weekend Warrior: 5 cool things to do on the island this weekend (Dec. 15-17)

A winning photo from the last Nusa Dua Light Festival’s selfie contest. Photo: IG @chef.ayukawaii
A winning photo from the last Nusa Dua Light Festival’s selfie contest. Photo: IG @chef.ayukawaii

BUKIT: Party in Uluwatu’s newest, hottest panoramic space

Bushwacka! @ Ulu Cliffhouse

Head on down to the Bukit’s newly opened Ulu Cliffhosue for a pre-Christmas party that will be as lit as Rudolph’s red nose. The free event will feature special guest Bushwacka! who you may know from the acid house explosion of the 80s from the duo Layo & Bushwacka! After checking out Ulu Cliffhouse’s grand-opening party, we can say the cliff-stop space is stunning and the cocktails are delicious.When: Saturday, Dec. 16, 12pm-10pm

Where: Ulu Cliffhouse, Jl. Raya Uluwatu Pecatu
Entry is free, but limited daybeds can be reserved in advance (min. spend IDR 2 million; US$147)

 

CANGGU: Boutique beach party in the Gu

La Brisa party

La Brisa x Basement Love Presents: Cast Away vol 01

The extremely photogenic Echo Beach hot spot, La Brisa, is launching off the first in a series of boutique beach parties in collaboration with Basement Love, a new Bali music and events collective. Disco balls, DJs, bespoke cocktails, and fun seaside vibes—what more do you need for a Saturday night in Bali?

When: Saturday, Dec. 16, 8pm to 3am
Where: La Brisa, Jl. Pantai Batu Mejan
Free entry

 

SEMINYAK: After dark fun at Potato Head

Night Moves Potato Head

Night Moves feat. Max & Crown

You may know Potato Head for its sizable beach-front space, but ever head there for Night Moves, the club’s intimate bar setting? It’s a totally different vibe. This weekend will feature M.A.X. and CROWN, Paul T, and Joey Fitzgerald behind the decks.

When: Saturday, Dec. 16, from 8pm
Where: Potato Head Beach Club
Free entry

 

NUSA DUA: Get festive, Bali-style and gaze at ‘jungle lanterns’

Nusa Dua Light Festival “The Jungle”

Catch the festival for the three weeks it’s up to see jungle-themed lanterns in the beachy  Nusa Dua area, with a bit of a Jurassic Park twist. Live music, food, and beverage will be on offer. You can also take a hot air balloon ride, if you feel up to it.

When: Friday, Dec. 8 to Sunday, Jan. 14, open 3pm-10pm
Where: Peninsula Island, ITDC

 

LEGIAN: Pool party at Padma

Where’s my mojito? At Azul Beach Club

The rain’s have been fickle this season, but the pool party’s on at the beautiful bamboo-styled Azul this weekend. Swim, splash, dance, and kick back some tropical rum. Sunday’s are more for than just brunching.

When: Sunday, Dec. 17, 2pm-6pm
Where: Azul Beach Club, Padma Beach
Free entry



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