October in Thailand is a month packed with festivities. It’s a time to experience Thai traditions and culture through various events, including the Royal Barge Procession, the end of Buddhist Lent, and the Vegetarian Festival. Additionally, October will host the Thai MotoGP for the fifth time.
The Royal Barge Procession honouring HM The King
The royal procession by water will comprise 52 barges, including four major royal barges – the Suphannahong, the Narai Song Suban, the Anantanakkharat, and the Anekkachatphutchong.
There will be 2,200 oarsmen to row the ceremonial barges along the Chao Phraya River, from the Wasukri Pier to Wat Arun, in a 1.2-kilometre-long and 90-metre-wide formation. The event takes place from 15.00 – 18.00 Hrs. on 27 October.
The public can view the rehearsals at the designated areas along both sides of the Chao Phraya River, from the Rama VIII Bridge to Wat Arun from 15.00 – 18.00 Hrs.
In October, the rehearsals are scheduled on 3 and 10 October.
The two full-dress rehearsals are scheduled on 15 and 22 October.
Ceremony Day 27 October
Siam Paragon Bangkok International Fashion Week 2024
2-6 October 2024
Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon
Bangkok
Thailand Coffee Hub 2024
2-8 October 2024
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Bangkok
Highlights: The event brings together renowned specialty coffee brands from Thailand, offering visitors a chance to sample a wide array of brews and enjoy significant year-end discounts on coffee equipment.
Hello Hatyai
5-6 October 2024
Pracharom Road and Paradon Road
Hat Yai, Songkhla
Highlights: Hat Yai is hosting a festival featuring a flea market, food fair, street art and, concert by Thai artists.
Phanom Rung Light Phenomenon (Sunset)
5-7 October 2024 (From 17.55 Hrs. onwards)
Phanom Rung Historical Park, Chaloem Phra Kiat District,
Buri Ram
Pattaya Oktoberfest 2024
20 September – 6 October 2024
Ground Floor, Central Pattaya
Chon Buri
BOOK EXPO THAILAND 2024
10-20 October 2024
Exhibition Hall, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)
Bangkok
Thailand Game Show 2024
18-20 October 2024
Exhibition Hall 3-4, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)
Bangkok
Highlights: The largest gaming festival in Southeast Asia. This all-in-one entertainment hub features a diverse range of gaming products and equipment from Thai and international companies.
Bangkok’s 26th International Festival of Dance & Music
7 September – 20 October 2024
Thailand Cultural Centre
Bangkok
PT Songkhla Grand Prix
17-20 October 2024
Songkhla Street Circuit, Chalatat Beach
Songkhla
PT Grand Prix of Thailand 2024 (Moto GP)
25-27 October 2024
Chang International Circuit
Buri Ram
Highlights: This World Championship motorcycle racing event is the fifth MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix.
LET’S GLOW SINGBURI 2024
25 October – 3 November 2024
City Hall of Sing Buri (Ro So 130)
Sing Buri
Highlights: The festival brings the enchantment of Sing Buri in a grand carnival parade.
Spectacular Shows: Enjoy light and sound, and visual performances.
Outdoor Cinema and Concerts: Watch classic films and concerts by famous artists every night.
Classical Music and Dance: Experience 70s-style dancing and classical music at the local theatre.
Food and Shopping: Various food from popular restaurants.
Khom San Duang Festival, Lamphun
27 September – 15 November 2024
Wat Phra That Hariphunchai
Lamphun
Highlights: As a festival of a hundred thousand lanterns. That’s the stunning scene at the Loi Krathong Festival at Wat Phra That Haripunchaiin Lamphun.
Ok Phansa or End of Buddhist Lent Day
The day marking the end of the three-month Buddhist Lent, falls on the full moon of the 11th Thai lunar month. This year, it will be celebrated on October 17.
The Ok Phansa festival, marking the end of the Buddhist Lent Day, is observed throughout Thailand. While the exact date varies by province, each region showcases unique traditions and festivities. This time of merit-making and celebration is a cultural highlight, reflecting the diverse practices and beliefs across the country.
Illuminated Boat Procession
8-18 October 2024
Over the Mekong River, Mueang District
Nakhon Phanom
Highlights: The festival sees beautifully decorated boats and rafts loaded with candles, and handmade lanterns floated along the famous river to pay respect to the Lord Buddha and make offerings to the mythical Naga serpent said to live in the river. It’s also believed that the ceremony washes away people’s sadness and troubles and brings good fortune. Moreover, there is competition to decorate large boats with lights.
Rap Bua Festival
10-18 October 2024
Wat Bang Phli Yai Nai
Samut Prakan
Highlights: The one-and-only ancient Buddhist tradition of its kind in Thailand, where the highlight is the barge procession of a replica of the Luangpho To Buddhist image along Khlong Samrong, and the Rap Bua (receiving lotus) activity of the local people of Bang Phli District. It will be a 9-day, 9-night event. There will be food stalls, shopping stalls and an amusement park.
Tak Bat Devo Festival
5 October 2024
Wat Phra Phutthabat Phu Pan Kham
Khon Kaen
Wax Castle Festival and Long-boat Race
12-17 October 2024
Sakon Nakhon Clock Tower, Wat Phrathat Choeng Chum
Sakon Nakhon
Tak Bat Devo Festival
17 October 2024
Wat Phrathat Khao Noi, Mueang District
Nan
Chak Phra, Robe Offering, and Long-boat Racing Festival
14-22 October 2024
Near the Tapi River on Na Mueang Road and Ban Don Road
Surat Thani (TAT)
