Upcoming Events in Thailand
Red Lotus Sea Season 2025–2026
Experience the breathtaking “Red Lotus Sea” at Nong Han Lake in Udon Thani from November 2025 to February 2026, where thousands of red lotuses bloom across the tranquil waters - a symbol of the region’s rich ecosystem and local heritage.
Flora Festival 2025
Experience the beauty of nature at Flora Festival 2025 (17 Nov 2025 – 28 Feb 2026) at Royal Park Rajapruek, Chiang Mai. Enjoy millions of blooms, cultural shows, creative workshops, and seasonal highlights celebrating biodiversity and sustainable living.
Nasatta Light Festival 2026
Immerse yourself in a fairytale world at Nasatta Light Festival 2026 (21 Nov 2025 – 3 May 2026, Ratchaburi). Enjoy dazzling light displays, local art, and sustainable design under this year’s enchanting theme “Fairy Dreams.”
Thailand Yearly Events
Chinese New Year
The festival traditionally begins on the first day of the first month in the Chinese calendar. Chinese New Year can begin anytime between late January and mid-February.
Kite Flying Festival
The kite flying season takes place between February and April when winds move in from the Gulf of Thailand.
Songkran Festival
Songkran is on the 13 April every year, but the holiday period extends from 14 to 15 April.
Dok Khoon Siang Khaen Flower Festival
The Dok Khoon Siang Khaen Flower Festival takes place every year at Bung Kaen Nakhon in Khon Khen.
Visakha Bucha
Visakha Bucha Day is held on the full moon in the sixth lunar month which is usually in May or June.
Dok Krachiao Blooming Festival
The Siam Tulip, or Dok Krachiao, flower comes in to full bloom in the early part of the rainy season from June to August.
Asanha Bucha Day
Asanha Bucha Day is held on a full moon in the eighth lunar month which usually in July.
Vegetarian Festival
The vegetarian festival is an annual event, held on the 9th lunar month of the Chinese calendar, usually in September or October.