November 2026 travel calendar opens with cool breezes, lantern lights, and spectacular festivals throughout Thailand.
November marks the start of winter, filled with the charm of waterways, lantern lights, and celebrations across Thailand. Thairath Online invites everyone to pack their bags and enjoy a full calendar of travel events throughout the month, compiled by the Tourism Authority of Thailand to offer a complete variety of experiences.
VIJIT CHAO PHRAYA 2026 (13 Nov – 13 Dec): Experience dazzling light and sound shows along both sides of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok.
Loy Krathong, Candle Burning and Fire Play tradition (15 – 24 Nov): Trace history and enjoy beauty at the Sukhothai Historical Park.
NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVAL 2027 (20 Nov 2026 – 28 Feb 2027): Spectacular light displays at Sattha Thai Park in Ratchaburi Province.
Yee Peng Chiang Saen, Lights of Faith on the Mekong River (20 – 24 Nov): Release lanterns and experience faith at Chiang Saen District Office, Chiang Rai.
Loy Krathong Sai with 1,000 floating lanterns (21 – 24 Nov): Watch the glowing krathong floats along the Ping River near the 200th Anniversary Celebration Bridge in Tak Province.
Chiangmai CAD Khomloy Sky Lanterns (24 – 25 Nov): Romantic sky lantern festival at CAD Lanna Cultural Center, Chiang Mai.
Loy Krathong Following Lantern Lights (24 Nov): Immerse in traditional Thai ways at Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Center, Ayutthaya.
Bangkok Art Biennale (29 Sep 2026 – 28 Feb 2027): Enjoy world-class art at temples and key locations throughout Bangkok.
Koh Koet Crafts and Siam Land (12 Aug – 26 Dec): View crafts and community lifestyles at Koh Koet Crafts Center, Ayutthaya.
Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo (1 Nov 2026 – 14 Mar 2027): Admire international botanical gardens at Nong Daed area, Udon Thani.
Neramit @ Sakon Nakhon (6 – 15 Nov): Experience cultural charm in the old town area of Sakon Nakhon.
Phanom Rung Sacred Faith Festival (13 – 14 Nov): Join sacred ceremonies at Phanom Rung Historical Park, Buriram.
Surin Elephant Extravaganza (14 – 25 Nov): Watch spectacular elephant shows at Si Narong Stadium, Surin.
Bridge on the River Kwai Week (27 Nov – 6 Dec): Recall history and visit the fair near the River Kwai Bridge, Kanchanaburi.
BOTTOMSUP MUSIC FESTIVAL 2 (1 Nov): Beach party at Metro Sand and Sea Resort, Chanthaburi.
PATTAYA JAZZ FESTIVAL (6 – 7 Nov): Enjoy jazz music by the sea at Central Pattaya Beach, Chonburi.
PARK UTOPIA X Chiang Rai Fest (6 – 7 Nov): Major concert amid nature at Singha Park, Chiang Rai.
Sao Sin 4th Edition (13 – 15 Nov): Drip coffee and music festival at Chalermphrakiat Park, Huai Nam Kham, Sisaket.
Pattaya International Fireworks Festival (27 – 28 Nov): Spectacular world-class fireworks show at Central Pattaya Beach, Chonburi.
Chiang Yai Fest (29 – 30 Nov): Northern Thailand's largest music festival at Royal Train Garden Resort, Chiang Mai.
Migratory Hawk Watching Festival (1 Sep – 30 Nov): Observe flocks of hawks escaping the cold at Khao Din So viewpoint, Chumphon.
12th Walk, Run, Cycle to Prevent Stroke (1 Nov): Health activities held simultaneously in many provinces nationwide.
Marathon and trail running events (1 and 8 Nov): Adventurers should not miss Amazing NAN MARATHON, Wild Race Kaeng Krachan, and Ruammit Ultra Trail.
Bangkok Marathon (8 Nov): Classic running event for Bangkokians, starting at Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok.
Chiang Rai Flower Fields Festival (13 – 15 Nov): Photograph sunflower fields at Wiang Chiang Rung and Mexican sunflower fields at Ban Hua Mae Kham.
OCEAN LIFE RUN WITH LOVE (22 Nov): Run by the sea at Ocean Marina, Pattaya, Chonburi.
Chiang Rai Road Classic (28 – 29 Nov): Grand cycling event at Singha Park, Chiang Rai.
AMAZING THAILAND MARATHON BANGKOK (28 – 29 Nov): Major city run starting at MBK and Sanam Luang, Bangkok.