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Festivals and Traditions

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Upcoming Festivals

13 Jul
Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival
Ubon Ratchathani

The extravagant Candle Festival ushers in the beginning of the monsoon season in Thailand. As a lunar holiday, the Candle Festival this year is held from July 13th to 21st, 2024.

public holiday

20 Jul
Asahna Bucha Day

Asahna Bucha Day is one of the most important events in the Buddhist calendar commemorating the occasion when Buddha delivered his first sermon.

21 Jul
Khao Phansa

The Buddhist Rains Retreat is a three-month period for Buddhist monks to seclude themselves in temples and for Buddhists in Thailand and around the world to rededicate themselves to their religious precepts

Festivals and Traditions

Thailand is one country widely known for its rich culture and traditions which, to a significant extent, have been influenced by ethnic groups from India, Cambodia, China, and Southeast Asia. Thais often express this vibrant culture through festivals, and there’s no better way to get a glimpse into the heart and soul of the people, than by physically experiencing these joyful and colorful festivals Thailand offers. So if you’re ready, we’ll now take you on a journey during which you’ll discover the most popular festivals to attend while vacationing in the Land of Smiles

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July, 2026

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Phuket Yachting Race Week
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Pai Jazz & Blues Festival
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7 Jul
Phi Ta Khon Ghost Festival
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13 Jul

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21 Jul
Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival
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The extravagant Candle Festival ushers in the beginning of the monsoon season in Thailand. As a lunar holiday, the Candle Festival this year is held from July 13th to 21st, 2024.

20 Jul
Asahna Bucha Day
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Asahna Bucha Day is one of the most important events in the Buddhist calendar commemorating the occasion when Buddha delivered his first sermon.

21 Jul
Khao Phansa
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The Buddhist Rains Retreat is a three-month period for Buddhist monks to seclude themselves in temples and for Buddhists in Thailand and around the world to rededicate themselves to their religious precepts

28 Jul
Birthday of HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X)
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