The essentials
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Weather | hot and humid, 26 to 30 °C on the coast, afternoon showers |
| High season | roughly 23-25 December to 2-6 January |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday, public holiday in Indonesia |
| Festive dinner in Ubud | 2025: Christmas brunch at 850,000 IDR++, menus from 2.2 to 2.5 million IDR++ |
| Booking | hotels and tables from October-November |
Weather at Christmas
December is one of the wettest months, with 12 to 16 rainy days depending on the source, in short heavy showers. Ubud, higher up, is cooler and often wetter than the south. Mornings are often clear: go out early. Details: Bali in December and the best time to visit Bali.
Christmas dinners and brunches in Ubud
Found for 2025, to confirm for 2026:
- Viceroy Bali (Apéritif): seven-course tasting menu on 25 December, 2,500,000 IDR++ per person.
- Tembaga (Bambu Indah): seven-course menu on 24 December, 2,200,000 IDR++ per adult and 950,000 IDR++ per child aged 5 to 12.
- The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud: Christmas brunch from noon to 4 pm, 850,000 IDR++ per person.
- Samaya Ubud: Eve and Christmas dinners by the river with entertainment, according to one guide.
For New Year, see New Year in Bali.
Accommodation
High season lasts roughly from 25 December to 2 January, with a frequent minimum stay. See where to stay in Ubud, luxury villas and the cost of a trip to Bali.
What to do in Ubud at Christmas
- Clear morning: Campuhan Ridge Walk and Tegallalang rice terraces.
- Culture: Legong dance show and Tirta Empul temple.
- When it rains: spa and massage in Ubud and cooking class in Ubud.
- With family: Bali with kids.
- Excursions: Ubud, which day tour to choose; book a driver, see private driver in Bali. Roads are jammed around the holidays.
Activities that sell at Christmas
- Ubud tour: rice terraces, temples and waterfalls: the most booked, with a driver.
- Sunrise at Mount Batur: pre-dawn start, with a jacket and a torch.
- Ubud waterfalls: spectacular in the rainy season, slippery ground.
- Legong or Kecak dance evening: an evening activity.
FAQ
Is Christmas celebrated in Bali?
Mostly in hotels, restaurants and malls; the island is mainly Hindu. 25 December is a public holiday.
What is the weather like at Christmas?
Hot, humid, afternoon showers.
Do you need to book?
Yes, from October or November for the Christmas dates.
