Loy Krathong Festival 2024 (ลอยกระทง 2567) will take place on 15 November 2024. This festival is a time to express gratitude to Phra Mae Khongkha พระแม่คงคา, the Thai Goddess of Water, for the year’s harvest and blessings.
On this full moon day in the twelfth month of the Thai lunar calendar, participants will embrace traditions such as releasing lanterns into the river and enjoying a variety of celebratory activities across cities and provinces including Ayutthaya, Bangkok, Chon Buri, Khon Kaen, Krabi, Pattaya, Phuket, Roi Et, Samut Songkhram, Sukhothai, Suphan Buri, Surat Thani, Surin and Tak.
Additionally, Loy Krathong coincides with the Yi Peng festival (ยี่เป็ง) in northern Thailand, including Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Lamphun, Mae Hong Son, Nan, Phayao and Phrae provinces. During Yi Peng, devotees release lanterns into the sky as an offering to Lord Buddha and to seek his blessings.
Wat Arun Loy Krathong Festival (Main event supported by Thai Culture Ministry)
Experience the Loy Krathong theme song performed in multiple languages, including Thai, English, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Spanish, followed by the enchanting release of krathongs into the river.
Date: 15 November 2024 (Friday)
Venue: Temple of the Daw / Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan / วัดอรุณราชวรารามราชวรมหาวิหาร [Map]
Enjoy mini concerts featuring renowned artists, traditional Nang Nopphamat cultural performances, and Loy Krathong exhibitions presented by 15 embassies and 4 universities, culminating in the beautiful release of krathongs into the river. A vibrant food and retail fair showcasing traditional Thai cuisine from all four regions will also take place at SookSiam inside the mall.
Venue: Rama VIII Bridge / สะพานพระราม 8 [Map] and Ong Ang Canal / คลองโอ่งอ่าง [Map]
Admission: Free
Loi Krathong Festival at the Phadung Krung Kasem Canal
Experience the nightly Lighting Illumination Show, showcasing five unique Thai Loi Krathong traditions: Chiang Mai’s Yi Peng Festival, Roi Et’s Somma Nam Khuen Peng Seng Prathip, Samut Songkhram’s Loi Krathong Kap Kluai Mae Klong, Sukhothai’s Loi Krathong and Candle Festival, and Tak’s Loi Krathong Sai Lai Prathip with 1,000 floating lanterns. The event also features workshops on making biodegradable krathongs, Thai cooking stations, traditional music and dance performances, and the release of krathongs on the canal. Enjoy eco-friendly activities that celebrate sustainability and cultural heritage.
Date: 13 – 16 November 2024 (Wednesday – Saturday)
Time: 4:00pm – 10:00pm (till 12:00am on 15 November 2024)
Venue: Phadung Krung Kasem Canal near Hua Lamphong Railway Station / คลองผดุงกรุงเกษม [Map]
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Yi Peng Festival
Join the grand krathong contest, traditional Lanna lantern competition, and the krathong sai ceremony. The city will be aglow with lanterns and phang prathip candles, creating a mesmerizing and unforgettable cultural spectacle.
Date: 14 – 17 November 2024 (Thursday – Sunday)
Venue: Tha Phae Gate, Chiang Mai Municipal areas / ประตูท่าแพ [Map] and Three Kings Monument / พระบรมราชานุสาวรีย์สามกษัตริย์ [Map]
Admission: Free
Chonburi
Loi Krathong Festival at Laem Chabang
Explore 200 market stalls, enjoy traditional painting contests, watch the Nopphamat pageant, discover artisan krathong-making and be dazzled by spectacular fireworks displays.
Experience the dazzling LED krathongs, stunning light displays at the Lanta Royal Ship Museum, the kids’ “Nopphamat” Pageant, a krathong-making competition, and a variety of local food and crafts.
Take part in thrilling games with prizes, a fun competition for school kids, soothing Thai massages, and a special performance by Thai pop artist J Jetrin. Plus, join in the tradition of releasing Krathongs at this unforgettable event!
Date: 15 November 2024 (Friday)
Venue: Naklua Chalermprakiat Park / สวนสาธารณะเฉลิมพระเกียรตินาเกลือ [Map]
Experience the excitement of a traditional boat race, a spirited cooking competition, a captivating beauty contest, vibrant cultural performances, and the enchanting release of Krathongs.
Date: 14 – 15 November 2024 (Thursday – Friday)
Venue: Multipurpose yard in front of Wat Mai Samraan [Map]
Admission: Free
Phuket
Loy Krathong Festival “Southern Ways of Life”
Immerse yourself in Southern Thai cultural performances, enjoy the international Kids’ ‘Nopphamat’ pageant, live music and indulge in delectable local cuisine.
Be captivated by a mesmerising light and sound show on a water screen, participate in the exciting krathong contest and enjoy enchanting performances of traditional Thai music and dance.
Date: 14 – 15 November 2024 (Thursday – Friday)
Venue: Somdet Phra Srinagarindra Park Roi Et / สวนสมเด็จพระศรีนครินทร์ ร้อยเอ็ด [Map]
Samut Songkhram
Loi Krathong Kab Kluai Mueang Mae Klong
Float Krathong Kap Kluai (banana stem cups) along the Mae Klong River, and enjoy captivating cultural performances and traditional processions.
Date: 15 – 17 November 2024 (Friday – Sunday)
Venue: Wat Pummarin Kudeethong / วัดภุมรินทร์กุฎีทอง อัมพวา [Map] and King Rama II Memorial Park / อุทยานพระบรมราชานุสรณ์ สมเด็จพระพุทธเลิศหล้านภาลัย [Map]
Sukhothai
Sukhothai Loy Krathong and Candle Festival
Witness the breathtaking sight of thousands of sky lanterns soaring into the night sky, krathongs gracefully floating on the river, and join in traditional parades accompanied by a spectacular fireworks display.
Date: 8 – 17 November 2024 (Friday – Sunday)
Time: (Daily) 7:00pm – 7:45pm (Additional Show on 15 Nov) 8:30pm – 9:45pm
Venue: Sukhothai Historical Park / อุทยานประวัติศาสตร์สุโขทัย [Map]
Take part in DIY workshops, enjoy vibrant folk performances and brass band music, create your own krathong from natural materials, and explore a local market featuring over 50 street food vendors.
Venue: Bang Bai Mai Civil State Floating Market [Map]
Tak
Tak Loi Krathong Sai Festival 2024
Experience the grandeur of a royal lantern procession, traditional boat parades, and breathtaking fireworks displays, along with nightly almsgiving ceremonies and a stunning spectacle of 1,000 floating lanterns lighting up the river. Other highlights include lively dance performances, music contests and the “Rising Star Luk Thung” folk music competition, complemented by local food, products and traditional krathong crafts.
Date: 15 – 18 November 2024 (Friday – Monday)
Venue: Krathong Sai Plaza near 200th Anniversary Rattanakosin Memorial Bridge / ริมสายธาร ลานกระทงสาย [Map]
