Mark Your Calendar for the 244th Rattanakosin Anniversary Festival at Wat Prayurawongsawat: Enjoy Free Khon and Music Performances Throughout the Event

Summary of the performance schedule for the 244th Rattanakosin Anniversary at Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan. Enjoy Khon dance, military music, and national artists. Check the activity timetable and travel details here.

Get ready! The Department of Cultural Promotion is organizing a grand celebration.“Under the Royal Patronage: 244 Years of Rattanakosin”One of the key landmarks is Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan, hosting a full schedule of cultural shows and concerts featuring famous artists over five full days, from 22 to 26 April 2026.

Performance schedule for the 244th Rattanakosin Anniversary at Wat Prayurawongsawat (22-26 Apr 26).

For those planning to visit Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan, the daily event schedule is as follows:

22 April

• 17:00 - 19:00: Khon performance, act“Glom Kusuwan Laksida”by a private theater company.
• 20:00 - 22:00: Royal Thai Army Orchestra performance featuring national artists such as Wong Chan Phairoj, Nantawan Mekyai, and guest artists Pramot Vilepana and Umaporn Buapueang.

23 April

• 19:00 - 20:00: Opening ceremony.
• 20:00 - 21:00: Khon performance of Ramakien, episode“Narayana Defeats Nonthok”by the Pa-ya Sin Art Club.
• 21:00 - 22:00: Musical performance by the Royal Thai Police, with singers and guest artists.

24 April

• 17:00 - 19:00: Thai classical orchestra performance by the College of Music, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University.
• 20:00 - 22:00: Musical performance by the Royal Thai Navy, featuring national artists including Wong Chan Phairoj, Charas Fuengarom, Winai Panurak, and Somsri Muangsornkiew.

25 April

• 17:00 - 19:00: Bangkok Metropolitan Orchestra performance with guest artists Nantawan Mekyai, Aorawi Satchanon, Tae Uthen, and Sutthipong Wattanajang (Chompoo Fruity).
• 19:00 - 20:00: Lao flower dance / Kham Hom dance.
• 20:00 - 22:00: International music performance by CU Band from Chulalongkorn University.

26 April

• 17:00 - 19:00: Cultural performances by the Pa-ya Sin Art Club, including traditional royal Thai dance, Kinaree dance, and Khon Ramakien performance.
• 20:00 - 22:00: Wind ensemble performance by the Royal Thai Air Force.

How to get to Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan

Due to possible heavy traffic near the event area, it is recommended to use the following public transportation options:

• MRT: Get off at Sanam Chai station (Pak Khlong Talat exit), then walk across the Phut Bridge or take a bus/motorcycle taxi to cross the Chao Phraya River to Wat Prayurawongsawat.
• Chao Phraya Express Boat: Disembark at Phut Bridge Pier and walk to the temple (located at the foot of Phut Bridge on the Thonburi side).
• Bus routes: 3, 4, 7, 9, 21, 37, 42, 82, and 542 (get off at the stop near the foot of Phut Bridge on the Thonburi side).
• Private car: Parking is available at the temple’s parking building (limited space) or nearby areas such as Yodpiman River Walk, then take a boat across the river.

The 244th Rattanakosin Anniversary Festival at Wat Prayurawongsawat in 2026 is a great opportunity to enjoy rare performances of Khon, Thai music, and military orchestras along the Chao Phraya riverside. It is advisable to arrive in the evening to avoid the heat and to appreciate the beautifully lit grand stupa.