Bangkok Festivals & Events

A city that never sleeps, Bangkok is one of the best places to savour life – be it shopping, dining, drinking or partying – and there’s no better time to take it all in than at festival time. Read More...

Festivals are celebrated throughout the year in Bangkok. During the major festivals like Songkran and Loy Kratong, the city comes to life with colours and festivities – one of the best time to visit. Read More...

Bangkok is going to jingle all the way this Christmas. The Thai capital is shaking its tail feathers in preparation of the arrival of an anticipated record number of visitors.  Read More...

What do you know about the origins of Easter? And the answer to this, according to the famed Mariott Resort & Spa's executive pastry chef, is "Forget about it and enjoy the chocolate!" Read More...

Every year, Loy Krathong falls on the full-moon night of the twelfth lunar month (usually in November), when rivers are filled to the brim and the moon shines at its brightest. Read More...

From imported DJ's spinning their stuff at the city's swanky clubs and colourful countdown celebrations to dazzling firework extravaganzas at the riverside you'll find it all in Bangkok. Read More...

Having fun is a big part of Thai culture, and having fun amidst scorching heat is no exception. The hottest month, April sees the entire country go bananas in friendly water fights and street parties. Read More...

While love really should be celebrated every day, Valentine's Day is an excuse to raise the bar a few notches, to show that special person in your life just how much you care. Here are some decadent ways to spend a romantic and memorable evening in the run up to, and on, Valentine's Day. Read More...

Red Cross Fair takes place twice a year to raise funds for the Thai Red Cross society. It is a combination of temple fair and open-air market, with a multitude of merchandise from private, government and non-government organisations as well as carnival games and food stalls. Read More...

One of the most anticipated events in Bangkok, the Vegetarian Festival has fans among vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. Restaurants and street stalls across the city put up yellow flags to anounce their participation in the festival. Read More...