New Year’s Eve in Bali: Best Places to Celebrate the Countdown to 2026

STEPHANIE • December 19, 2025
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When one year ends and another begins, some places know how to celebrate better than anywhere else. Nightlife, beach clubs, rooftop bars, and iconic resorts transform into hubs of music and firework magic. This year, party lovers gather at the island’s best venues to dance until dawn, sip cocktails at sunset, and toast under exploding colors above the sea. From Mexican-style fiestas to glamorous dinners with DJs, these locations turn the final night of the year into a spectacular experience. Here’s where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Bali and make your 2026 countdown unforgettable.




NYE Party at Motel Mexicola (Seminyak & Canggu)


Best for: Wild Mexican fiesta with free-flow food and drinks.


Motel Mexicola throws one of the liveliest NYE parties on the island. Expect unlimited tacos, tequila, and five hours of nonstop fiesta vibes. The celebration in both Seminyak and Canggu delivers bright lights, bold music, and full energy.



W Bali – Seminyak Beach Countdown (Seminyak)


Best for: Beachfront open-air party with fireworks and DJs.


W Bali hosts a legendary New Year’s Eve party right on Seminyak beach. Live DJs keep the dance floor alive, and fireworks light up the ocean at midnight. The vibe blends luxury, music, and ocean views in one unforgettable night.



Grandeur Gala Dinner at The Apurva Kempinski Bali (Nusa Dua)


Best for: Elegant cultural celebration and refined dinner.


This Nusa Dua celebration mixes stunning performances with a gourmet countdown experience. Dinner, champagne toasts, and traditional flair create a more luxurious way to welcome 2026.



Da Maria x INNO NYE Party (Seminyak)


Best for: Indoor all-night dance party with Hip Hop and R&B.


Da Maria turns NYE into a high-energy celebration with dinner then dancing. Expect Italian dining followed by DJ sets and a packed dancefloor until after midnight.



NYE Fiesta at Tacos Aqui & Club Corazon (Uluwatu)


Best for: Two-part party with tacos, tequila, and dancing.


Start with tacos and cocktails early in the evening. Move into Club Corazon for reggaeton, house music, and confetti-filled countdown fun.



Roosterfish Beach Club – Playful Tropicana Party (Uluwatu)


Best for: Day-to-night beachfront celebration.


This Pandawa beach event mixes tropical vibes with live DJs and LED dancers. Fireworks over the beach welcome 2026 in style.



Sunset Soirée at The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa (Seminyak) 


Best for: Sunset drinks, Balinese dinner, and fireworks.


Begin with a glamorous sunset event. Move to a garden dinner, and then dance to DJ beats before fireworks shimmer above the beach.



Beachfront Dinner & Countdown at SugarSand (Seminyak) 


Best for: Five-course dinner and beach party.


SugarSand pairs gourmet dinner with live band music. Finish the night with a DJ-led countdown and fireworks over Seminyak Beach.



Where Else to Celebrate Around the Island

Beyond these major parties, other beach clubs, rooftop bars, and resorts across Kuta, Legian, Canggu, and Uluwatu host their own NYE events — from chill sunset celebrations to wild midnight dance floors. Whether you want big crowds or intimate vibes, there’s a celebration to match every style.



At the stroke of midnight, cheers rise everywhere from beach clubs and restaurants to rooftop bars and resort gardens. Fireworks explode across skies from Seminyak to Uluwatu, and DJ sets continue long into the early hours. Each venue brings its own flavor of excitement, style, and energy. Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Bali means choosing the perfect place for your ideal countdown — whether you dance on the sand, savor a gourmet dinner, or party under the stars into 2026. 

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