Want to experience a Thailand Festival? There are dozens of small events in different parts of the country. This is a calendar of the most popular festivals and events. Since most events are tied to the lunar calendar, dates vary from year to year.

Chiang Mai Flower Festival

Early February

View beautiful flowers and a healthy dose of pageantry at the annual flower festival in Chiang Mai. More »

Chinese New Year Festival

January/February

Thailand celebrates the new year not once or twice, but three times! Because of the large Chinese-Thai population and the country’s proximity to China, Chinese lunar new year is a big celebration here and food, shopping and performance celebrations continue for a week surrounding Chinese New Years day. In 2010 it Chinese New Year is on February 14. More »

Songkran

Mid-April

The traditional Thai new year celebration is a country-wide spectacle, with water fights and lots of revelry. More »

Vegetarian Festival

October

Though many vendors and restaurants offer vegetarian selections during this nine-day event, it’s more than just about not eating meat. The festival events in Phuket and Bangkok are intense and fascinating. More »

Loy Krathong

Late October/Early November

Wash away bad luck and invite in happiness during Thailand’s most beautiful festival.More »