The Ogoh-Ogoh Parade is one of the most fascinating and meaningful traditions in Bali, typically held before the Nyepi (Balinese New Year) celebration. During this parade, the people of Bali create large effigies called Ogoh-Ogoh, made from bamboo, paper, and various other materials. These Ogoh-Ogoh usually represent evil spirits or negative forces, and their creation is part of a spiritual purification process.
The Ogoh-Ogoh parade is usually held at the end of March, one day before Nyepi, specifically during the Melasti or Pengrupukan night, which is an important part of the New Year festivities. Every year, the Ogoh-Ogoh parade becomes one of the most anticipated events, where the people of Bali create and display intricately designed giant figures as a symbol of driving away evil spirits and purifying themselves in preparation for the new year.
This event is eagerly awaited by both the Balinese people and tourists, as the Ogoh-Ogoh parade is not only a platform for artistic expression but also a meaningful moment in the process of self-purification and the cleansing of the surrounding environment.
