What is Canggu's nightlife like, and where to go?
Canggu has the most laid-back nightlife in Bali: you start at sunset in a beach bar, move on to a cocktail bar or a brewery, and end up dancing if you feel like it. It's more surf than glam compared with Seminyak, and each night of the week has its go-to spot.
The places that set the weekly rhythm:
- Old Man's (Batu Bolong): the beachfront institution. On Wednesdays its beer pong tournament draws a huge crowd; other nights bring live bands or DJs.
- Sandbar (next to Old Man's): dancing on the sand until late.
- Black Sand Brewery (Berawa): a craft brewery in the middle of the rice fields, packed on Fridays.
- Pretty Poison: a bar built around a skate bowl, punk vibe, best on Thursdays.
- The beach clubs, for the big DJ nights (see Which Canggu beach club is best?).
Practical info:
- Prices: around 40,000 to 70,000 IDR (US$2 to US$4) for a local beer in a bar, 110,000 to 150,000 IDR (US$6 to US$8.50) for a cocktail.
- Hours: bars get going around 10pm, and most close between 1am and 3am.
- Getting home: Grab or Gojek, for a few dollars. Never ride a scooter after drinking: crashes are common and your travel insurance won't cover you (see Why so many scooters in Bali?).
Rules worth remembering:
- Drugs: Indonesia has some of the harshest drug laws in the world, with long prison sentences. Don't touch anything, and never hold anything for anyone (see Is Bali safe?).
- Spiked or fake alcohol: methanol poisoning linked to counterfeit spirits or poor-quality arak (local spirit) has been reported in Bali. Drink at established venues and be wary of cut-price cocktails.
- Your drink: never leave it unattended.
Verdict: Canggu for relaxed, easy and fairly cheap nights out. For bigger, glossier clubs, Seminyak is next door (see What is there to do in Seminyak?).
Tip: pick your night by the day of the week, not by the venue: in Canggu the crowd moves from one spot to another through the week, and a bar heaving on Wednesday can be half empty the next night.
Information checked in October 2026; prices and rules change, so check again before you travel.
More landmarks in this section
- What is there to do in Canggu?
- Where to stay in Canggu: Batu Bolong, Berawa or Pererenan?
- Which Canggu beach is best, and can you swim there?
- Where to surf in Canggu, and can beginners learn?
- Which Canggu beach club is best, and how much does it cost?
- Where to eat in Canggu: cafés, warungs and restaurants?