KARAT will host the Paras Book Showcase, featuring an exciting convo with Radit Mahindro and Krisna Sudharma.
We’ll talk about Paras Book, unfiltered Q&As, and how they gradually evolved from a platform to serve multiple ideas and purposes—emerging through an unintentional process of collecting and repurposing.
It’s a chill session, but heads up book stock is limited so we encourage you to arrive early—first come, first served.
Apel Hendrawan is a painter, sculptor, tattoo artist, environmental activist and Balinese Hindu priest. A life journey that has seen him go through a battle with the forces of dark and light. A drug overdose that saw him incarcerated in the Bangli Asylum for the insane. Apel’s creative journey led him through experimentation until he eventually found his ‘voice’. A settled, more mature condition that reflects his state of grace.
This event is a celebration of the life journey and creative legacy of Wayan Apel Hendrawan, spanning half a century. Through a powerful art installation and the launch of his personal biography, this retrospective unveils a story of struggle, transformation, and the search for meaning through art.
Jia CURATED 2025 begins its journey with Road to Jia CURATED, an immersive exhibition introducing this year’s theme, Evolving Perspectives. A key highlight of this showcase is Threadapeutic, a pioneering textile art studio that has spent over a decade redefining textile re-crafting. Through its progressive approach, Threadapeutic transforms discarded fabric offcuts into new possibilities, challenging conventional perceptions of material value.
As part of the Ubud Open Studios events, join Pithecanthropus to discover the art of creating beautiful and intricate batik motifs using silk screen printing. This workshop welcomes all skill levels, so bring your creativity and learn a new craft!
In collaboration with Desa Potato Head, NOWNESS ASIA is proud to present ‘Regeneration’, a film series showing every Wednesday in May.
This curated screening features archival NOWNESS ASIA pieces and exclusive premieres such as Natasha Tontey @krazykosmickid’s ‘Garden Amidst The Flames’, and Riar Rizaldi @riarrr’s ‘Mirage: Eigenstate’. The program will spotlight artist-led films and striking narratives alongside experimental visual works, each exploring themes of life, growth, change, connectivity, and identity.
Nuturang, Maastricht University, and the Colonial Collections Datahub will collaboratively explore and share insights into Balinese colonial collections held in the Netherlands. This investigation will utilize the digital platform of the Colonial Collections Datahub, employing its various features to conduct digital intervention practices. The team will then share their perspectives on the effectiveness of these features. This discussion forms part of Made Naraya's research, which examines the potential of digital platforms to serve as a third space for decolonising the narratives surrounding cultural heritage objects originating from colonial contexts.
Discover Buleleng's hidden gem, Les Village, with Pak Puryana guiding you through highland coffee plantations and flora, while you enjoy traditional snacks. In Les, meet the enigmatic Chef Yudi at his Dapur Bali Mula warung. There, in his rustic-chic bamboo kitchen, this village priest and cult-like chef will present authentic Balinese dishes like Balinese Fish Soup, Sate Lilit, fish steamed in bamboo, Lawar with long pepper, and Seafood Ngiyu, sharing his culinary stories. Refreshments include his handcrafted arak brews.
Step into the Culture Area within the Indonesia Pavilion and be mesmerised by Wayang, a theatrical film brought to life by acclaimed Indonesian director, producer, and screenwriter Garin Nugroho and Titi Mangsa. This film offers a profound narrative, seen through the perspective of a puppeteer, that unveils the intricate interconnectedness of humanity, nature, and the divine. Beautifully translating the Balinese philosophy of Tri Hita Karana onto the screen, Wayang seamlessly weaves together spirituality, social harmony, and environmental consciousness into a single, compelling story.
Witness the vibrant cultural heritage of the Indonesian archipelago at the Indonesian Pavilion through a variety of traditional dances. Performances include the Oleg Tambulilingan Dance and Joged Dance, both originating from Bali. These performances are scheduled for 17 and 18 August, coinciding with Indonesia's 80th anniversary.
Hosted by Travel + Leisure editors, the summit will foster insightful discussions on sustainability, wellness, and innovation. Attendees will gain exclusive perspectives from renowned global hospitality figures, including Bill Bensley, Ronald Akili of Potato Head, James McBride of NIHI, Indonesian Chef Petty Elliott, and William Heinecke of Minor International, among others.
The summit promises impactful panels, in-depth strategic sessions, trend analyses, and valuable networking opportunities with over 200 travel industry leaders, all conveniently in one location.
