Jalan Silayukti, Padangbai
Bali, Indonesia 80872
Bali, Indonesia 80872
2018 – BLOO LAGOON
Calendar of Events
JANUARY
- FULL MOON1stHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
- BARONG DANCE at PADANGBAI10thThis ceremony is held every 15 days for 3 months on the day of Kajeng Kliwon. This dance portrays an epic battle between good and evil, a similar concept in most world religions. Barong, often depicted as a lion, represents ultimate good. In contrast, Rangda is an evil witch, or demon queen, skilled in black magic.
- SIWARATRI - Night of Shiva15thMaha Shivratri (the ‘Great Night of Shiva’) is a Hindu festival celebrated every year in reverence of Lord Shiva. It is also known as padmarajaeathri. The night of Siwa is always celebrated on the day before Tilem Sasih Kepitu, the new moon of the 7th month of the Saka
Moon calendar of Bali, a day which usually falls in the month of January. It is also known as Panglong sasih kapitu or Eve of the New Moon.This night is believed to be the darkest of all nights in the whole year. It is a time for introspection and meditation during which the Hindus of Bali pray for forgiveness of their earthly sins and for support and strength from Siwa in order to reach their higher selves.
- PURIFICATION & WELLNESS RETREAT19thAn all inclusive week of activities centered on Balinese Hindu rituals, water and fire purification, yoga and meditation. And plenty of time to enjoy our spa, beaches, shopping and relaxation.
- ARTIST IN RESIDENCE23rdAustralian artist Kade Valja will be doing a one month long residence at our art gallery where you can observe his work take shape. Kade uses different media for expression including murals, paintings, drawings and virtual reality installations.
- BARONG DANCE at PADANGBAI25thThis ceremony is held every 15 days for 3 months on the day of Kajeng Kliwon. This dance portrays an epic battle between good and evil, a similar concept in most world religions. Barong, often depicted as a lion, represents ultimate good. In contrast, Rangda is an evil witch, or demon queen, skilled in black magic.
- FULL MOON31stHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
FEBRUARY
- BARONG DANCE at PADANGBAI9thThis ceremony is held every 15 days for 3 months on the day of Kajeng Kliwon. This dance portrays an epic battle between good and evil, a similar concept in most world religions. Barong, often depicted as a lion, represents ultimate good. In contrast, Rangda is an evil witch, or demon queen, skilled in black magic.
- VALENTINE’S DAY14thA tradition at Bloo Lagoon, a candlelight 3 course dinner, fantastic sea view, friendly service and relaxed atmosphere. We suggest you take an advantage of our Feeling Romantic Package for this occasion.
- YOGA WORKSHOP15th-25th
- CHINESE NEW YEAR1st2018 is the Year of the Dog in the Chinese Calendar. Join us to celebrate with a Chinese inspired dinner at our restaurant and take advantage of our 222 Package and Family Getaway Package.
- BARONG DANCE at PADANGBAI16thThis ceremony is held every 15 days for 3 months on the day of Kajeng Kliwon. This dance portrays an epic battle between good and evil, a similar concept in most world religions. Barong, often depicted as a lion, represents ultimate good. In contrast, Rangda is an evil witch, or demon queen, skilled in black magic.
MARCH
- BARONG DANCE at PADANGBAI1stThis ceremony is held every 15 days for 3 months on the day of Kajeng Kliwon. This dance portrays an epic battle between good and evil, a similar concept in most world religions. Barong, often depicted as a lion, represents ultimate good. In contrast, Rangda is an evil witch, or demon queen, skilled in black magic.
- YOGA WORKSHOP4th-28th
- BARONG DANCE at PADANGBAI11thThis ceremony is held every 15 days for 3 months on the day of Kajeng Kliwon. This dance portrays an epic battle between good and evil, a similar concept in most world religions. Barong, often depicted as a lion, represents ultimate good. In contrast, Rangda is an evil witch, or demon queen, skilled in black magic.
- TILEM KESANGA16thAimed at purifying and cleansing the earth, this ceremony is held on the eve of Nyepi, the Balinese New Year. Young villagers make giant puppets called Ogoh Ogoh which symbolize evil spirits (bhuta kala) and place them around the Catus Pata or main road intersection. Later in the evening, accompanied by music, they parade the Ogoh Ogoh through the village up to the graveyard where they are burned.
- NYEPI17thThe Hindu Day of Silence or the Hindu New Year in the Balinese Saka calendar. The largest celebrations are held in Bali as well as in Balinese Hindu communities around Indonesia. On New Year’s Eve the villages are cleaned, food is cooked for 2 days and in the evening as much noise is made as possible to scare away the devils. On the following day, Hindus do not leave their homes, cook or engage in any activity. Streets are deserted, and tourists are not allowed to leave hotel complexes. No arrival or departure flights at Ngurah Rai Airport.
In accordance with local regulations, all visitors must remain within the property’s premises during Nyepi, from midnight of one day before to early morning on the next day. Check-in and check-out will not be possible. Only essential lights may be used in the villas while the Balinese will have no light for all night. Everything stops for a day, the day of total peace and quiet.
- SARASWATI – DAY of KNOWLEDGE17thKnowledge is given by God through the beautiful goddess Saraswati. Like many Balinese holidays, Saraswati day is held every six months and is celebrated all over Bali.
- COMARIBEK19thTwo days after Saraswati the Balinese give thanks and pray for prosperity to Dewi Sri, the rice goddess of Bali. Dewi Sri is the one who feeds the people and sustains their lives. She is deeply loved by all.
- BARONG DANCE at PADANGBAI26thThis ceremony is held every 15 days for 3 months on the day of Kajeng Kliwon. This dance portrays an epic battle between good and evil, a similar concept in most world religions. Barong, often depicted as a lion, represents ultimate good. In contrast, Rangda is an evil witch, or demon queen, skilled in black magic.
- FULL MOON31stHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
APRIL
- YOGA WORKSHOP2nd-14th
- BARONG DANCE at PADANGBAI10thThis ceremony is held every 15 days for 3 months on the day of Kajeng Kliwon. This dance portrays an epic battle between good and evil, a similar concept in most world religions. Barong, often depicted as a lion, represents ultimate good. In contrast, Rangda is an evil witch, or demon queen, skilled in black magic.
- FULL MOON30thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
MAY
- FULL MOON29thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
- GALUNGAN30thOne of Bali’s major festivals, celebrates the return of Balinese gods and deified ancestors to Bali. For ten days, Balinese families will entertain and welcome with prayers and offerings, along with ceremonies to cleanse and balance the inner and outer energy on the island. Galungan lasts for 10 days and features, among other things, barongs dancing from temple to temple in each village. The festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil. The origins of Galungan are still a mystery, but essentially this is the beginning of the week in which the gods and ancestors descend to earth…and good triumphs over evil.
JUNE
- YOGA WORKSHOP1st-4th
- MEKARE KARE at TENGANAN7th-8thSymbolic duel between two young men respectively armed a piece of thorny pandanus leaves and a rattan shield as protection and proceed to attempt to inflict scratches on the back of their opponent. This is one of the many rituals held at this traditional or “aga” Balinese village that is known for its unique site layout and social structure as well as their intricately woven double ikat textiles.
- KUNINGAN9thKuninan is held ten days after Galungan and marks the end of the Galungan celebration. The Balinese believe that Kuningan is the day in which their ancestors ascend back to heaven after visiting the earth during Galungan. Offerings are given to the ancestors on their farewell day.
- IDUL FITRI14th-15thIdhul Fitri is the first day of the Islamic month of Shawwal. It marks the end of Ramadan, which is a month of fasting and prayer. Many Muslims attend communal prayers, listen to a khutba (sermon) and give zakat al-fitr (charity in the form of food) during Eid al-Fitr.
- ODALAN/CEREMONY at GOA LAWAH & ANDAKASA TEMPLE19thAlso known as the Bat Cave temple, Goa Lawah is one of the main points of interest. The temple is flanked by a natural cave formation that houses thousands of bats. Across the road the Balinese congregate on the black sand beach.
A short drive inland from Goa Lawah is Pura Andakasa, a hidden temple to the God Brahma and one of the nine key directional temples of Bali.
- BLOO LAGOON TEMPLE CELEBRATION28thOur temple “odalan” or anniversary will be held on the full moon according to Balinese tradition. Offerings and blessings will be followed by a “megibung” or communal meal, a custom of the Karangasem regency. Our guests are welcome to join in on the celebrations, which require full Balinese “adat” dressing. Our staff will gladly assist.
- FULL MOON28thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
JULY
- SILAYUKTI TEMPLE CELEBRATION4th-7thPura Silayukti, where Empu Kuturan – who introduced the caste system to Bali in the 11th century – is said to have lived, lies at the north end of Padangbai and during its “odalan” or birthday, people come from all over Bali to pray. The main street remains closed to vehicles as processions of beautifully dressed Balinese come to pledge their offerings. Wearing the appropriate temple clothes visitors are welcome to experience this traditional celebration and enjoy the dramatic views from the temple’s cave.
- FULL MOON27thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
AUGUST
- INDONESIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY17thAlways a joyous occasion to celebrate the birth of this young country in 1945.
- FULL MOON26thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
SEPTEMBER
- OBJECTS OF CURIOSITY5th - 30thCalifornia based artist Dan Levin is in residence at our Bloo Art Space. After earning degrees in graphic design and fine arts he is now dedicated to the exploration of nature and assemblages using recycled and discarded materials.
While his art may startle and amuse the observer, there is a method of the artist’s careful devising.
- Closing Exhibition – MEET THE ARTIST29thBeverages and appetizers at the Bloo Art Space 6-8pm.
- YOGA WORKSHOP9th-30th
- FULL MOON24thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
OCTOBER
- YOGA WORKSHOP2nd-26th
- SARASWATI – DAY of KNOWLEDGE13thKnowledge is given by God through the beautiful goddess Saraswati. Like many Balinese holidays, Saraswati day is held every six months and is celebrated all over Bali.
- COMARIBEK15thTwo days after Saraswati the Balinese give thanks and pray for prosperity to Dewi Sri, the rice goddess of Bali. Dewi Sri is the one who feeds the people and sustains their lives. She is deeply loved by all.
- FULL MOON24thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
NOVEMBER
- FULL MOON22thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
DECEMBER
- FULL MOON22thHindus believe that the moon cycles exert influence on human anatomy just as the ebbs and flows of tides. A person my become restless, irritiable and ill-tempered showing signs of “lunacy”, word which stems from the Latin luna or moon. Therefore, there are specific rituals for the new moon and full moon day.
- CHRISTMAS DINNER25thWe celebrate dinner on Christmas day with something for everyone, roast turkey, vegetarian dishes, fresh salads, delicious desserts and a traditional live Balinese performance.
- GALUNGAN26thOne of Bali’s major festivals, celebrates the return of Balinese gods and deified ancestors to Bali. For ten days, Balinese families will entertain and welcome with prayers and offerings, along with ceremonies to cleanse and balance the inner and outer energy on the island. Galungan lasts for 10 days and features, among other things, barongs dancing from temple to temple in each village. The festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil. The origins of Galungan are still a mystery, but essentially this is the beginning of the week in which the gods and ancestors descend to earth…and good triumphs over evil.
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