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SUMMARY:The Hangover Part 2- Watch Today
DESCRIPTION:To get yourself ready and excited for a trip to Bangkok\, you may want to watch The Hangover Part 2. Four idiots getting drunk in Bangkok while attending their friends wedding\, what could go wrong. \nBachelor party survivors Phil\, Stu and Alan endure another night of debauched revelry–this time in Thailand–in this outrageous sequel. \nIt’s hard to argue that the setting for the wedding seen at the beginning of the Hangover 2 is anything but stunning. The hotel is the $1500 US a night Phulay Bay Ritz Carlton in the southern province of Krabi. It’s about a 20 minute drive from Ao Nang and beautiful but secluded\, so there’s not much else around the hotel except other hotels. \n \nFilming for “Siam Sam’s” was done at the exterior of the Cactus Bar on the notorious Soi Cowboy\, one of Bangkok’s main red light districts (the other is Patpong) with wall-to-wall go-go bars. The front of the bar was apparently remodeled for the movie. \nWatch On Amazon Prime. \n  \n \n  \nKrabi Thailand Guide With The Best Reasons To Visit \n \n  \nhttps://amzn.to/4kLVGT0 \n 
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/the-hangover-part-2/
LOCATION:Bangkok Thailand\, Bangkok\, 10100\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Bangkok,Thailand
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SUMMARY:Easter 2026
DESCRIPTION:Amazon is a great place to shop for Easter items for the kids or a family event. This is a good time to shop for for seasonal foods\, candy\, children’s products\, party goods\, and springtime apparel. Amazon Fresh and grocery-adjacent categories benefit significantly from increased spend during the two weeks leading up to the holiday as families plan gatherings. \nShop Easter On Amazon  \n  \n \n  \nThis page contains links to affiliate partner websites\, at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. See Disclosure Page.\nAmazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com\, Inc. or its affiliates.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/easter-2026/
CATEGORIES:Kids,Religious,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Chakri Day (Chakri Memorial Day)
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nCeremonial 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/chakri-day-chakri-memorial-day/
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Thailand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260404T183621
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SUMMARY:Songkran Festival
DESCRIPTION: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! \nAs 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!
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/songkran-festival/
LOCATION:Thailand\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,National Holiday,Thailand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
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SUMMARY:My Chemical Romance Live Bangkok
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMy Chemical Romance’s 2026 Asia tour dates are: \nAPRIL\n18 – Paradise City Culture Park – Incheon\, South Korea\n22 – Impact Challenger Hall – Bangkok\, Thailand\n25 – Philippine Arena – Bulacan\, Philippines\n28 – Singapore Indoor Stadium – Singapore\n30 – National Stadium Bukit Jalil – Kuala Lumpur\, Malaysia \nMAY\n03 – Hammersonic Festival – Jakarta\, Indoneisa
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/my-chemical-romance-live-bangkok/
LOCATION:Impact Arena Bangkok\, IMPACT\, Thong Than\, Nonthaburi\, 11120\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Bangkok,Music
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe 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.\nLocated Near Koh Samui Island. Learn more about Koh Samui here.  \nWhat to expect:\nFire rope jumping\nNeon body paint\nThai bucket drinks\nRocking music \nFor Accommodations:\nAgoda \nGetting There:\n12Go for Transportation \nFly 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. \n \nThe 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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/full-moon-party-thailand-2026-3/
LOCATION:Ko Pha-Ngan Thailand\, Surat Thani\, 84280\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Music,Thailand
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SUMMARY:Visakha Bucha Day- National Holiday
DESCRIPTION: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. \n \nIt 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/visakha-bucha-day-national-holiday/
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Religious,Thailand
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe 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.\nLocated Near Koh Samui Island. Learn more about Koh Samui here.  \nWhat to expect:\nFire rope jumping\nNeon body paint\nThai bucket drinks\nRocking music \nFor Accommodations:\nAgoda \nGetting There:\n12Go for Transportation \nFly 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. \n \nThe 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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/full-moon-party-thailand-2026-4/
LOCATION:Ko Pha-Ngan Thailand\, Surat Thani\, 84280\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Music,Thailand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTSTAMP:20260404T183621
CREATED:20260105T235750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T000238Z
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SUMMARY:Birthday of HM Queen Suthida- National Holiday
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/birthday-of-hm-queen-suthida-national-holiday/
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Royalty
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260630
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe 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.\nLocated Near Koh Samui Island. Learn more about Koh Samui here.  \nWhat to expect:\nFire rope jumping\nNeon body paint\nThai bucket drinks\nRocking music \nFor Accommodations:\nAgoda \nGetting There:\n12Go for Transportation \nFly 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. \n \nThe 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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/full-moon-party-thailand-2026-5/
LOCATION:Ko Pha-Ngan Thailand\, Surat Thani\, 84280\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Music,Thailand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTSTAMP:20260404T183621
CREATED:20260106T000132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T000132Z
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SUMMARY:Birthday of HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/birthday-of-hm-king-maha-vajiralongkorn/
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Royalty
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTSTAMP:20260404T183621
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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.\nLocated Near Koh Samui Island. Learn more about Koh Samui here.  \nWhat to expect:\nFire rope jumping\nNeon body paint\nThai bucket drinks\nRocking music \nFor Accommodations:\nAgoda \nGetting There:\n12Go for Transportation \nFly 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. \n \nThe 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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/full-moon-party-thailand-2026-6/
LOCATION:Ko Pha-Ngan Thailand\, Surat Thani\, 84280\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Music,Thailand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTSTAMP:20260404T183621
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SUMMARY:Asahna Bucha Day
DESCRIPTION: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). \n \nObserved on the full moon of the 8th lunar month\, usually in July\, and is a National Holiday. \nOn 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/asahna-bucha-day/
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Religious
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTSTAMP:20260404T183621
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T004054Z
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SUMMARY:Birthday Of The Queen Mother Sirikit
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/birthday-of-the-queen-mother-sirikit/
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Royalty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTSTAMP:20260404T183621
CREATED:20260106T005147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T005147Z
UID:13302-1787097600-1788739199@thailocaltravel.com
SUMMARY:Phuket Por Tor Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. \n \nExperience 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/phuket-por-tor-festival/
LOCATION:Phuket\, Phuket\, Phuket\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,Phuket
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTSTAMP:20260404T183621
CREATED:20250806T035632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T035632Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Party Thailand 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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.\nLocated Near Koh Samui Island. Learn more about Koh Samui here.  \nWhat to expect:\nFire rope jumping\nNeon body paint\nThai bucket drinks\nRocking music \nFor Accommodations:\nAgoda \nGetting There:\n12Go for Transportation \nFly 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. \n \nThe 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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/full-moon-party-thailand-2026-7/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Music,Thailand
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
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SUMMARY:Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Experience a festival like not other in Phuket Thailand. The Phuket Vegetarian Festival is one of Thailand’s most famous cultural and religious celebrations — a deeply spiritual event with roots in the Chinese-Thai community. \nThe festival is a nine-day Taoist celebration dedicated to the Nine Emperor Gods\, traditionally observed during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar. Locals believe that eating strictly vegetarian and following a set of purification rules cleanses both body and spirit\, brings merit\, and wards off bad luck. \nParticipants and many visitors dress in all white as a symbol of purity\, avoid meat\, alcohol\, and other indulgences\, and take part in rituals ranging from solemn processions to dramatic feats of spiritual devotion. \nKey Traditions & Rituals\n\n\nStrict vegetarian diet (“jay” / vegan food) with yellow flags indicating vegetarian food stalls across the island. \n\n\nLocal rituals and ceremonies at Chinese shrines like Jui Tui Shrine\, Bang Neow Shrine\, and Sui Boon Tong Shrine. \n\n\nMa Song mediums (devotees believed to be possessed by gods) perform intense acts such as fire-walking\, climbing ladders of blades\, and body piercing with skewers\, swords\, and other objects in trance-like states — symbolic acts thought to absorb the community’s misfortunes. \n\n\nProcessions and firecracker-filled street parades wind through Phuket Town daily. \n\n\nDespite the “vegetarian” name\, the festival is more about spiritual purity than food alone. That said\, thousands of stalls and restaurants don yellow “เจ” (jay) flags indicating they’re serving strictly vegetarian or vegan Thai and Chinese dishes — typically excluding all animal products and strong pungent ingredients like garlic and onions. \n🎉 Visitor Tips\n\n\nDress respectfully in white if participating or watching rituals. \n\n\nBe prepared for crowds\, noise (firecrackers)\, and intense ceremonies. \n\n\nBest places to watch: Phuket Town\, near major Chinese shrines. \n\n\n \nThe Best Phuket Thailand Hotels and Areas To Stay
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/phuket-vegetarian-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Phuket\, Phuket\, Phuket\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,Phuket
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SUMMARY:HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION: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. \n \nThis 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.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/hm-king-bhumibol-adulyadej-memorial-day-2/
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Royalty
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SUMMARY:Loy Krathong Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLoy 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. \nYi Peng is taking place at the same time\, with it’s epic lantern festivals. \nChiang Mai Tips: \n\nNo need to buy tickets or pay. From Tha Phae Gate square along Tha Phae Road\, down to the Ping River are all free festivities.\nParade along Tha Phae Road is free.\nCan purchase Lanterns from vendors along the way.\nCan purchase Krathong’s and release in the river across the bridge.\nThe old city hotels fill up\, so book as soon as possible.\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/loy-krathong-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Thailand\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,National Holiday,Thailand
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SUMMARY:Yi Peng Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSwarms 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. \n 
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/yi-peng-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Thailand\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,National Holiday,Thailand
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SUMMARY:Tomorrowland Music Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTourism 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. \nThe 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. \nOrganizers 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. \nOriginally 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. \n\nDate: December 2026 (exact dates to be announced soon)\nLocation: The picturesque Silverlake Winery in Pattaya\, Chonburi province\, providing a stunning backdrop for the festival’s extravagant celebrations.\nDuration: 2 days\, immersing attendees in a whirlwind of pulsating beats and mesmerizing visuals that will leave them breathless.\nTheme: “Paperworld\,” focusing on handcrafted design and imagination\, promising to transport festival-goers to a world of creativity and fantasy.
URL:https://thailocaltravel.com/events/tomorrowland-music-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Pattaya\, Chon Buri\, 20150\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Music,Pattaya
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