Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2025
2025-12-19 - 2025-12-20 | Hua Hin, Hua Hin, 77110, Thailand
For over two decades Hua Hin has been home to some of Thailand’s most memorable jazz events
inspired by the country’s deep connection to the genre. The upcoming Hua Hin International Jazz Festival 2025 marks the revival of this rich musical tradition, bringing world-class artists and passionate audiences together in Thailand’s premier coastal destination.
Enjoy live jazz performances by renowned Thai and international artists in a picturesque beachfront setting ideal for music enthusiasts and families. Experience an array of food and beverages, complemented by the lively nightlife along Hua Hin Beach.
Hua Hin beach, in front of Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villa.

Traditional Northern Thai Cuisine at Lamphun
2025-12-26 - 2025-12-30
The Traditional Northern Thai Cuisine event in Lamphun, held 26–30 December 2025 beside the Ping River in Umong Subdistrict, offers an authentic culinary and cultural experience in a scenic riverside setting.​
📍 Beside Ping River, Umong Subdistrict, Lamphun
Food Highlights

Visitors can savor classic Northern Thai dishes such as Sai Ua (spicy grilled sausage), Nam Prik Noom (green chili dip), Larb Kua (herbal pork salad), Khao Soi, and other local favorites freshly prepared by skilled cooks at vibrant riverside food stalls.

The event spotlights traditional cooking demonstrations, where chefs showcase age-old techniques, explain the ingredients, and allow visitors to taste dishes straight from the pan.​

Cultural and Riverside Experience

Stalls and open-air kitchens run along the Ping River, creating a laid-back atmosphere with river views, wooden tables, and lanterns illuminating the evening scene.​

Cultural shows include Lanna folk music, dance performances, and storytelling sessions, bringing Lamphun’s heritage to life beside the water.

Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
2026-01-03, 2026-02-02, 2026-03-03 | Ko Pha-Ngan Thailand, Surat Thani, 84280, Thailand
The Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan is one of the most famous and vibrant beach parties in the world, attracting thousands of revelers each month. Held on the night of the full moon on Haad Rin Beach, this legendary event is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, eclectic music, and stunning location.
The first Full Moon Party is said to have been improvised at a Paradise Bungalows on the beach in 1983 as a token of thanks to about 20–30 travelers, though the accuracy of this is disputed, as is the date of the original event. The parties gained fame through word of mouth, and the event now draws a crowd of about 5,000–30,000 every full moon.
Located Near Koh Samui Island. Learn more about Koh Samui here.
What to expect:
Fire rope jumping
Neon body paint
Thai bucket drinks
Rocking music
For Accommodations:
Agoda
Full Moon Party Cruise from Viator
Getting There:
12Go for Transportation
Fly into Koh Samui (USM) or Surat Thani (URT), both conveniently linked to Bangkok. Upon arrival, secure a transfer to Koh Phangan at the airport counter. Opt for the Haadrin Queen Ferry for a direct route to Full Moon Party at Haadrin Pier or explore various ferry options like Lomrayah, Seatran, and Raja Ferry.

The Full Moon Party stands out among global celebrations as a uniquely organic, self-sustaining event. Unlike corporate music festivals with top-down organization, this monthly beach gathering has no head organization. The event is shaped by individuals and business entities on Haad Rin.
The beach transforms through a collective effort as local businesses set up bars and stages, artists paint signs and create decorations, bars curate different music in their preferred style, and food vendors prepare to feed hungry revelers. What you experience is the result of hundreds of individual contributors rather than a centralized planning committee.

Electric Daisy Carnival Phuket Thailand
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-18 | Phuket, Phuket, Phuket, Thailand
Following an unforgettable debut, Electric Daisy Carnival returns to Thailand for its second year—bigger, brighter, and more immersive than ever. In 2026, EDC moves to a new home at Rhythm Park, a custom-designed venue in Phuket built to elevate the festival experience with more space, upgraded production, and seamless energy from day to night.

STAGES
At the heart of EDC stands the iconic kineticFIELD, brought to life by Insomniac’s world-renowned production team. Alongside it, additional stages will deliver a wide spectrum of electronic sounds, each with its own unique design, atmosphere, and lineup—ensuring every Headliner finds their rhythm.

EXPERIENCE
EDC is a celebration of creativity, connection, and community. Across the grounds, you’ll encounter larger-than-life art pieces, surreal environments, roaming performers, and interactive spaces that spark self-expression. Whether you’re dancing at sunrise, trading KANDI bracelets, relaxing at a beauty or wellness zone, or getting lost in the lights, every moment is designed to transport you into a world like no other.

HOTEL EDC
For the first time, #HotelEDC expands beyond Las Vegas to Thailand at Angsana Laguna Phuket—a full resort takeover filled with EDC-themed energy. Guests can expect a four-night stay with festival tickets, exclusive activities, poolside parties, wellness offerings, and special merchandise to complete the experience. Your ultimate home away from home awaits.

Whether it’s your first time or your long-awaited return, EDC Thailand 2026 invites you to escape the ordinary, embrace the extraordinary, and dance together once more—Under the Electric Sky.

EVENT INFO
👉 Valid photo ID required for entry
👉 Admission is strictly 20+

https://thailocaltravel.com/the-best-phuket-thailand-hotels-and-areas-to-stay/

Chiang Mai Flower Festival 2026
2026-02-07 - 2026-02-09 | Chiang Mai Thailand, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai, known as the Rose of the North in Thailand, is going to host the 49th Flower Festival from 7 to 9 February 2026 when various beautiful and exotic flowers come in full bloom at the end of the cool season. The festival is so colorful that it’s almost worth timing your Thailand trip around it.
The 38th Chiang Mai Flower Festival will take place in Suan Buak Hat in the Mueang district. At that time, the park will be turned into an open-air flower exhibition. Both domestic travelers and international travelers can marvel at the sea of flowers. In other places of the city, various kinds of blooming flowers will also be displayed, including the Damask Rose, which can only be found in Chiang Mai.
At its opening ceremony held on 8 February, a parade of elaborately decorated floral floats will take place from Nawarat Bridge and Suan Buak Hat. Other celebrations include plant and flower competitions, Miss Flower and Miss Flower Blooming Beauty Contest, agricultural exhibitions, plant and flower sales, mini garden landscaping, local product fairs, and mini-concerts.
Book Hotels Early!

Samoeng Strawberry Festival
2026-02-14 | Chiang Mai Thailand, Chiang Mai, Thailand
It is likely that the Samoeng Strawberry Festival in Thailand will take place around Valentine’s Day in 2026, as it has in previous years. The event is typically held near the Samoeng District Office in Chiang Mai province. For 2026 Valentines day is February 14th.
The event typically features a strawberry contest, beauty contest, entertainment, cultural performances, exhibitions, boxing, the sale of sweet strawberries, other farm produce and local products, and a retro market selling local food. Visitors can also visit some of the strawberry plantations.
For hotels in the area click this link.
Samoeng Loop To Hang Dong, One Of The Best Day Trips

Chinese New Year
2026-02-17 - 2026-03-03 | Bangkok Thailand, Bangkok, 10100, Thailand
This is when the new lunar year officially begins, and lasts over two weeks. Traditional celebrations typically span around 16 days, roughly from 17 February to 3 March 2026 (ending with the Lantern Festival). Chinese New Year is a regional public holiday in provinces with significant Chinese-Thai populations — Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala and Satun.

Across the rest of Thailand, it’s widely celebrated culturally (especially in Bangkok’s Chinatown (Yaowarat), Chiang Mai, Phuket, and other cities with Chinese communities), but most businesses and government offices may remain open. Expect high hotel prices especially in the first few days, with more crowded areas than usual.

Makha Bucha (Magha Puja) — Thailand 2026
2026-03-03
Makha Bucha (Thai: Wan Makha Bucha, มาฆบูชา) is one of Thailand’s most important Buddhist holy days. It’s observed on the full moon day of the third lunar month according to the traditional Buddhist calendar.

The day commemorates a remarkable event in Buddhist history over 2,500 years ago when 1,250 enlightened disciples spontaneously gathered to hear the Buddha teach, without prior notice or formal scheduling.

In Thailand, Makha Bucha is also a no-alcohol day, meaning the sale of alcoholic beverages is prohibited nationwide on that date out of respect for the religious observance.

Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
2026-04-02, 2026-05-01, 2026-05-31 | Ko Pha-Ngan Thailand, Surat Thani, 84280, Thailand
The Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan is one of the most famous and vibrant beach parties in the world, attracting thousands of revelers each month. Held on the night of the full moon on Haad Rin Beach, this legendary event is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, eclectic music, and stunning location.
The first Full Moon Party is said to have been improvised at a Paradise Bungalows on the beach in 1983 as a token of thanks to about 20–30 travelers, though the accuracy of this is disputed, as is the date of the original event. The parties gained fame through word of mouth, and the event now draws a crowd of about 5,000–30,000 every full moon.
Located Near Koh Samui Island. Learn more about Koh Samui here.
What to expect:
Fire rope jumping
Neon body paint
Thai bucket drinks
Rocking music
For Accommodations:
Agoda
Getting There:
12Go for Transportation
Fly into Koh Samui (USM) or Surat Thani (URT), both conveniently linked to Bangkok. Upon arrival, secure a transfer to Koh Phangan at the airport counter. Opt for the Haadrin Queen Ferry for a direct route to Full Moon Party at Haadrin Pier or explore various ferry options like Lomrayah, Seatran, and Raja Ferry.

The Full Moon Party stands out among global celebrations as a uniquely organic, self-sustaining event. Unlike corporate music festivals with top-down organization, this monthly beach gathering has no head organization. The event is shaped by individuals and business entities on Haad Rin.
The beach transforms through a collective effort as local businesses set up bars and stages, artists paint signs and create decorations, bars curate different music in their preferred style, and food vendors prepare to feed hungry revelers. What you experience is the result of hundreds of individual contributors rather than a centralized planning committee.

Chakri Day (Chakri Memorial Day)
2026-04-06
Chakri Day (Wan Chakkri) commemorates the **founding of the Chakri Dynasty, Thailand’s current royal house, by King Rama I in 1782. This dynasty established Bangkok as the capital and has continued through successive kings to the present monarch, King Rama X. National Holiday.

Ceremonial events: The King and the royal family attend official ceremonies, including religious rites and offerings at the Royal Pantheon in Bangkok. Government offices, schools, and many businesses are typically closed, though shops, tourist sites, and services like transit remain open.

Songkran Festival
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-15 | Thailand, Thailand
Songkran is an annual festival which takes place over 3 days during the traditional Thai New Year, April 13th-15th (in almost all provinces). The official Songkran festival lasts 3 days but, in reality, the whole week is taken over by a mass celebration as the whole country shuts down for a momentous water fight. Wild scenes of exuberance can be seen throughout the Kingdom with music, dancing, drinking and people drenched from head to toe. Water guns, hose pipes, buckets, in fact, anything you can get your hands on can be used to splash people, and one thing is for certain: you will get wet!
As April is the hottest month of the year in Thailand, everyone gets involved with this country-wide water fight and it brings great relief from the soaring temperatures. Songkran started as a Buddhist tradition, using a light sprinkling of water to symbolize purification but, as time went by, people began splashing each other in a more playful manner until recent years, when the entire country becomes one almighty water fight celebrated by millions!

My Chemical Romance Live Bangkok
2026-04-22 | Impact Arena Bangkok, IMPACT, Thong Than, Nonthaburi, 11120, Thailand
The rock group My Chemical Romance have announced their return to Asia in over a decade, and the first time since their 2019 reunion. My Chemical Romance had previously announced an Asia tour but were forced to cancel it due to restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic.
My Chemical Romance’s 2026 Asia tour dates are:
APRIL
18 – Paradise City Culture Park – Incheon, South Korea
22 – Impact Challenger Hall – Bangkok, Thailand
25 – Philippine Arena – Bulacan, Philippines
28 – Singapore Indoor Stadium – Singapore
30 – National Stadium Bukit Jalil – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
MAY
03 – Hammersonic Festival – Jakarta, Indoneisa

Visakha Bucha Day- National Holiday
2026-05-01
Visakha Bucha Day is the most significant event in the Buddhist calendar. The day commemorates three defining events in the life of the Buddha, which all occurred on the full-moon day of the sixth lunar month (the Visakha month). Therefor the date changes each year, and is a National Holiday.

It is observed by attending temples, with candlelight processions around temples in the evening (3 clockwise laps with candles, incense, and flowers). Alcohol sales are banned, and most bars are closed.

Birthday of HM Queen Suthida- National Holiday
2026-06-03
Her Majesty Queen Suthida of Thailand’s birthday is on June 3, 1978, making June 3rd a national holiday in Thailand to celebrate her birthday, marked by public ceremonies and observances across the country.

Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
2026-06-29, 2026-07-29 | Ko Pha-Ngan Thailand, Surat Thani, 84280, Thailand
The Full Moon Party Thailand on Koh Phangan is one of the most famous and vibrant beach parties in the world, attracting thousands of revelers each month. Held on the night of the full moon on Haad Rin Beach, this legendary event is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, eclectic music, and stunning location.
The first Full Moon Party is said to have been improvised at a Paradise Bungalows on the beach in 1983 as a token of thanks to about 20–30 travelers, though the accuracy of this is disputed, as is the date of the original event. The parties gained fame through word of mouth, and the event now draws a crowd of about 5,000–30,000 every full moon.
Located Near Koh Samui Island. Learn more about Koh Samui here.
What to expect:
Fire rope jumping
Neon body paint
Thai bucket drinks
Rocking music
For Accommodations:
Agoda
Getting There:
12Go for Transportation
Fly into Koh Samui (USM) or Surat Thani (URT), both conveniently linked to Bangkok. Upon arrival, secure a transfer to Koh Phangan at the airport counter. Opt for the Haadrin Queen Ferry for a direct route to Full Moon Party at Haadrin Pier or explore various ferry options like Lomrayah, Seatran, and Raja Ferry.

The Full Moon Party stands out among global celebrations as a uniquely organic, self-sustaining event. Unlike corporate music festivals with top-down organization, this monthly beach gathering has no head organization. The event is shaped by individuals and business entities on Haad Rin.
The beach transforms through a collective effort as local businesses set up bars and stages, artists paint signs and create decorations, bars curate different music in their preferred style, and food vendors prepare to feed hungry revelers. What you experience is the result of hundreds of individual contributors rather than a centralized planning committee.

Birthday of HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn
2026-07-28
This national holiday in Thailand is held annually on July 28th. If July 28th falls on a weekend, the holiday will be observed on the following Monday. The day commemorates the birthday of the King of Thailand, Vajiralongkorn, who was born on this day in 1952.

Asahna Bucha Day
2026-07-29
It marks the day when the Buddha delivered his first sermon (Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta) to his five disciples, which led to The first Buddhist monk, the completion of the Triple Gem: Buddha, Dhamma (teachings), and Sangha (monastic community).

Observed on the full moon of the 8th lunar month, usually in July, and is a National Holiday.
On Asahna Bucha Day, most Thai Buddhists will visit their local wat (temple) to make merit. One way of doing this is by donating candles to the temple. This ancient tradition dates back long before the advent of electricity when monks living in the temple relied on candlelight to see them through the darker days of the rainy season. The most famous of the candle festivals is held in the north-east city of Ubon Ratchathani.

Birthday Of The Queen Mother Sirikit
2026-08-12
Mother’s Day (Wan Mae) is celebrated each year on August 12, the birthday of Queen Mother Sirikit. Well-known for her charity work, the Queen Mother is the honorary president of the Thai Red Cross.

Phuket Por Tor Festival
2026-08-19 - 2026-09-06 | Phuket, Phuket, Phuket, Thailand
Por Tor or the ‘Hungry Ghost’ festival, is an important merit-making event for the ethnic Chinese. Special food, flowers, and candles are offered to ancestors on altars. Other offerings are made to ‘feed the ghosts without relatives’ that are said to have been released from hell for the month.

Experience this beautiful event for yourself at any Chinese Shrine on the island, or head to Seng Tek Bel Shrine on Phuket Road and the fresh market on Ranong Road to enjoy two of the biggest Hungry Ghost celebrations in Phuket. The Hungry Ghost Festival showcases a rich tradition in Phuket, with a variety of activities taking place at all of the Chinese shrines across the island.

Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
2026-08-28

HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day
2026-10-13
Also known as His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great Memorial Day, this national holiday in Thailand is held annually on October 13th. If October 13th falls on a weekend, the holiday will be observed on the following Monday.

This holiday has been observed since 2017 to commemorate the death of the late King of Thailand, Bhumibol Adulyadej on this day in 2016. Most government businesses are closed and selling alcohol is prohibited.

Loy Krathong Festival 2026
2026-11-24 - 2026-11-25 | Thailand, Thailand
Loy Krathong is a Thai festival celebrated annually throughout Thailand and in nearby countries with significant South Western Thai cultures (Laos, Shan, Mon, Tanintharyi, Kelantan, Kedah, and Xishuangbanna). The name could be translated as “to float ritual vessel or lamp,” and comes from the tradition of making Krathong or buoyant, decorated baskets, which are then floated on a river. Many Thais use the Krathong to thank the Goddess of Water and River, Goddess Khongkha or to worship the Holy Buddha’s hair pagoda in heaven in Buddhist beliefs. This festival traces its origin back to India.
Loy Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar, so the exact date of the festival changes every year. In the Western calendar this usually falls in the month of November. In Chiang Mai, the festival lasts three days.
Yi Peng is taking place at the same time, with it’s epic lantern festivals.
Chiang Mai Tips:

No need to buy tickets or pay. From Tha Phae Gate square along Tha Phae Road, down to the Ping River are all free festivities.
Parade along Tha Phae Road is free.
Can purchase Lanterns from vendors along the way.
Can purchase Krathong’s and release in the river across the bridge.
The old city hotels fill up, so book as soon as possible.

Yi Peng Festival 2026
2026-11-24 - 2026-11-25 | Thailand, Thailand
Loy Krathong coincides with the Lanna (northern Thai) festival known as Yi Peng. Yi means ‘two’ and peng means a ‘full moon day’. Yi Peng refers to the full moon day in the second month according to the Lanna lunar calendar (the twelfth month of the Thai lunar calendar). The festival is meant as a time to make merit.
Swarms of sky lanterns (Thai: โคมลอย; RTGS: khom loi), literally: ‘floating lanterns’, are launched into the air. Khom loi are made from a thin fabric, such as rice paper, stretched over a bamboo or wire frame, to which a candle or fuel cell is attached. When the fuel cell is lit, the resulting hot air is trapped inside the lantern and creates enough lift for the khom loi to float into the sky.

Tomorrowland Music Festival 2026
2026-12-01 | Pattaya, Chon Buri, 20150, Thailand
World-famous electronic Tomorrowland music festival will be held in Thailand for the first time in 2026, marking the festival’s long-anticipated debut in Asia.
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool confirmed that the global event will take place in Chonburi province in December 2026, with investment expected to reach billions of baht.
The move underscores Thailand’s growing push to position itself as a prime destination for global mega-events. The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has been actively supporting the hosting of international festivals and events to boost tourism and economic development.
Organizers selected Chonburi for its large event space and accessibility. The coastal province is strategically located near U-Tapao International Airport, and easily accessible from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports.
Originally from Belgium, Tomorrowland is renowned for its massive production scale, immersive stage design, and high-profile DJ line-ups. The festival draws hundreds of thousands of fans annually and delivers major economic benefits to host destinations.

Date: December 2026 (exact dates to be announced soon)
Location: The picturesque Silverlake Winery in Pattaya, Chonburi province, providing a stunning backdrop for the festival’s extravagant celebrations.
Duration: 2 days, immersing attendees in a whirlwind of pulsating beats and mesmerizing visuals that will leave them breathless.
Theme: “Paperworld,” focusing on handcrafted design and imagination, promising to transport festival-goers to a world of creativity and fantasy.
