TAT Tennis Invitational
January 2, Outdoor tennis court at the 700th Anniversary Chiang
Mai Sport Complex, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Bangkok Fringe Festival
Dec 11 2004 - Jan 02, at Patravadi Theatre, Bangkok (on weekends
only)
The Bangkok Fringe Festival is a performing arts festival initiated
by Patravadi Mejhudhon - stage performer, screenwriter, theatre
director and producer and an internationally acclaimed national
artist.
Bo Sang Umbrella Fair and San Kamphaeng Handicraft
21-23 January, San Kamphaeng Distric, Chiang Mai
A colorful festival featuring contests, cultural performances,
stalls selling traditional paper umbrellas and handicrafts line
the main street of Bo Sang. The fair celebrates traditional artistry.
The Commemoration of Don Chedi and Red Cross Fair
23 January - 1 February, Borom Rachanuson Don Chedi compound,
Suphan Buri.
Watch hand to hand combat on elephants' backs amidst light & sound pyritechnics in remembrance of brave warriors in the past,
as well as Thai cultural shows. Check out Red Cross stores, civil
service exhibitions, many street stalls and myriad entertainment
activities.
Khon Kaen International Marathon
23 Jan, Golden Jubilee Convention Hall, Khon Kaen University,
Khon Kaen Province
The newest addition of international Marathons will be held for
the second time in Khon Kaen, the capital of North Eastern Thailand.
Wimaya Nattakan Mini Light and Sound Presentation
29 January, 26 February, 26 March and 30 April, Phimai Historical
Park, Nakhon Ratchasima.
Along with a Khmer archtecture tour within the Phimai Historical
Park, once used as an outpost of the Khmer empire, you will be fascinated
with the "Wimaya Nattakan" light and sound presentation
recounting the past glories of Phimai and the Khmer culture and
experience some local cuisine, entertainment, and spectacular performances.
Bun Boek Fa and Red Cross Fair
3-12 February, In front of Mueang Districk Office,
Maha Sarakham
The event is held at the provinciall hall to revive and preserve
I-San's cultural heritage. The fair features the Bun Boek Fa procession.
In addition, folk plays, local music, and various rituals are performed.
Annual Ocean to Ocean Relay
13 February, Songkhla - Satun
The Annual Ocean to Ocean Relay will lead from the Gulf of Thailand
at Songkhla to the Andaman Sea at Satun.
Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony
February 15 -17, Trang
From 15 to 17 February, diver lovers from around the world
are invited to declare their love under the turquoise sea in the
Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony.
"King Narai Fair" the Great Fair.
February 16 - 20, Phra Narai Ratchanivet Palace, Lop Buri
The historic city of Lop Buri enjoyed tremendous prosperity for
over 3,000 years and rose to its height of civilization during the
reign of King Narai the Great, one of the great kings of Ayutthaya
who made Lop Buri the second capital of the Kingdom of Siam.
King Narai the Great Fair is held every February to commemorate
the substantial relationship between Lop Buri and the nation. The
fair features various activities: light and sound presentation,
demonstration of old style Thai life, the Wang Narai Bazaar, folk
plays for Thai children, local entertainment, shops and stalls.
Ecipse Restage: A contemporary rhythm moving across the
face of traditional Thai drumming and dance
February 19 - May 29, Patravadi Theatre, Bangkok
Everything moves in circles and cycles - we find them in nature,
in science, in life, in the philosophy of Buddhism.
Pong Lang Phraewa and Red Cross Extravaganza
26 February - 6 March, The Lawn in front of Kalasin
City Hall, Kalasin.
The Pong Lang dance style involves a troupe of performers playing
an assortment of instruments while one or two of the players dance.
The performance includes a couple of chest-high drums that are placed
on the ground and played by the main dancer during the dance.
Homage to Phraya Chaisunthorn, the founder of Kalasin, cultural
procession, Pong Lang Competition, Miss Phraeva competition, private
and public sector exhibitions, agricultural show, special dinners,
Kalasin Red Cross, and Phraewa sales centre are featured.
Bun Phawet Fair
4-6 March, Somdet Phra Si Nakkharin Park, Roi Et.
This fair is a Buddhist merit-making ceremony and activities include
a sermon by monks, a procession, and cultural performances.
Annual Asian Barred Ground Dove Cooing Competition
4-6 March, Khwan Mueang Park, Yala
In this event, you will witness the Chawa's Dove Cooing Competition
and Yala Monster Food Festivals. It also featured the fights between
oxes, cocks, sheep and fish. Visit booths selling bird-rearing equipment
and local products while taking in the fabulous battle of the seedling.
Thao Thepkrasatrri and Thao Sisunthon Fair
12-17 March, The Two Heroines Monument, Phuket
Thao Thepkrasatrri and Thao Sisunthon Fair is held to commemorate
the two great heroines who rallied the Thalang people to repel Burmese
invaders. Many activities and celebrations are organised.
Bang Chiang World Heritage Fair
16-19 March, Udon Thani
Visit this world heritage site and get a new perspective on history
and archeology. Be the guest of different villages and taste a variety
of deserts at their houses.
Mekong River International Multisports Championship
23 - 27 March, Mekong River, Nakhon Phatom
Join in the triathlon (swimming, cycling and running). Partake
in the organised trip to Indochina (Thailand, Laos and Vietnam)
and enjoy beautifil cultural shows and dinner along the bank of
the Mekong River.
Samila Asian Tour and Beach Volleyball Competition
14 - 16 April, Hat Yai, Songkhla
Enjoy the International Beach Volleyball Tournament featuring teams
from all over Asia, New Zealand, Mexico, Australia, etc.
Fruit Day in Chanthaburi
May - June, Chanthaburi Central Sports Stadium, Fruit Markets
and Orchards throughout Chanthaburi
Sales fair by community housewives and One Tumbon One Product (OTOP),
fruit-decorated floats, best fruit produce, and modified fruit product
contests, and shows of Chanthaburi's world-renowned gems. Visitors
are invited to purchase high-quality ornaments and gems. Visiting
to orchards will get you a handful of of fresh fruits.
Rayong Fruit Fair
May - June, Central Agricultural Market, Fruit Market and
Orchards throughout Rayong
Featuring a beauty pageant, fruit decorative floats contest, best
fruit produce and modified fruit product contests, sales fair by
community housewives, One Tumbon One Product (OTOP), local food
and fresh fruits.
Buffet for Elephants and Miss Jumbo Queen Contest
1 May, Elephant show platform at the Sam Phran Crocodile
Farm, Nakhon Pathom
Witness the beauty contest for large woman, elephant, local cultural
performances, a buffet replete with various fruits, and a chance
to purchase OTOP products.
Phrathat Si Song Rak Homage Fair
2 - 5 May, Loei
The beginning of Phrathat ( Lord Buddha's relics ) Veneration Ceremony
with Lord Khuan, Mrs. Tiem Saen and Mrs. Taeng preparing propitiation
sets which include one big banana leaf receptacle (Krathong) and
eight small ones. The ceremony must be finished before the monks'
midday meal by floating the big receptacle on water and putting
the small ones around the temple. After that, the public will bring
scented water in a basin to douse a baquet before sprinkling it
against the relics. Males are allowed inside the parapet enclosing
the relics with Lord Kuan as the Ablutions Head. Females led by
Mrs. Tiem will perform the ablutions only around the outside.
Thailand Grand Sales
1 June - 31 July, Departments Stores, Hotels, Restaurants,
Tourist Attractions nationwide.
If your hobby is shopping, you have to visit the country from June 1 to July 31. During the sale there are goods from all over the world from renowned brand names of clothing and accessories to new collections of Thai handicrafts for home decorations. Products made of Thai silk will also be on sale. Moreover, the beautiful folk-designed and hand-woven fabric can fill your heart with joy. Sport equipment, sportswear and electrical appliances are all reasonable prices too. Goods are offered at special discounts of up to 50% and promotional offers being extended by participating department stores and retail outlets along designated 'Shopping Streets' in Bangkok and the popular tourist destinations of Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket, Hat Yai and Songkhla.
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Pattaya International Marathon
17 July, Pattaya, Chon Buri
Come to our beautiful seaside city of Pattaya and take part in
one of the three types of marathon: marathon, half marathon, and
quarter-marathon.
It is a time for those of you who want to challenge yourself with
the ultimate test of fitness and endurance. Put on your running
ahoes and run with some of the world's most famoust seasoned athletes.
Tak Bat Dok Mai "The Flower of Buddhist Lent"
31 July - 1 August, Wat Phra Phutthabat, Saraburi
Devotees offer flowers and incense to a procession of monks who
then ascend to the "Shrine of the Holy Footprint" to pay
homage at the start of the Buddhist rains retreat.
Songkhla International Marathon
28 August, Mueang District, Songkhla
Held in the Southern province of Songkhla, if you would like to
take part in running, you are invited to join in one of the five
types of runs: marathon, mini-marathon, mini-half marathon, wheel-chair
marathon and jogging for health.
Pick on your running shoes and participate along with some veteran
athletes who look forward to this event. Challenge yourself in this
ultimate test of fitness and endurance.
The King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament
5 - 11 September, At Somdet Phra Suriyothai Military camp,
Prachuap Khiri Khan, Infantry Division # 16
If you take a trip to Thailand, don't miss a chance to watch the
King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament. It is a rare treat to see polo
being played on the backs of elephants. At the tournament, international
teams play against our Thai teams. You will also witness the elephant
parade as well as the elephant's concert and a chance to see how
elephants can do some paintings.
Uttaradit Langsat Fair
11 - 19 September, In front of Phraya Pichai Dab Hak Stadium,
Uttaradit.
Langsat is a local fruit celebrated at this typical provincial
fair. The fair features live entertainment and products made by
the people of Lap lae, a village noted for its handicraft.
Traditional Long Boat Races
29 - 30 October, In front of Wat Phra Si Rattanamahathat, Nan
These exciting races are usually held in October when the Nan River is full. During the festival, robes are placed over a special Buddha image, and there are colourful boat processions.
Lop Buri Sunflower Fair
November - December, Lop Buri
The Lop Buri Sunflower Fair is held around November to December every year when sunflowers are in full bloom. Lop Buri currently has thousands of sunflower fields. Before harvesting, the yellow flowers can be seen blossoming in every inch. The fair includes a parade of florid floates, sunflower products on sale and rallies.
Laguna Phuket Triathlon
November, Laguna Phuket at Bangtao Beach, Phuket
This gruelling triathlon, a 1.8km swim, 55km cycle, and 12km Marathon was first held in 1994, receiving international media coverage. Now it is held every year and athletes from here and abroad come to compete.
River Kwai Bridge Fair
24 November - 7 December, In the compound of River Kwai Bridge, Kanchanaburi
Watch a show in remembrance of the World War II and exhibitions organised by both public and private sectors plus a caravan of goods and amusements. There will be sales of OTOP products and other entertainment shows.
Chinese Banquet for Monkeys Fair
27 November, At Phra Prang Sam Yot, Lop Buri
This funny and hugely popular event takes place on the last Sunday of November at Phra Prang Sam Yot where hundreds of monkeys live. Tourists who come to Pay homage at the shrine usually leave food and fruits for the monkeys, which are now quite tame and accustomed to beaing near people. The highlight is the sumptuous and beautifil decorated Chinese banquetset up for monkeys.
Khon Kaen's Silk Fair, Phuk Siao and Red Cross Fair
29 November - 10 December, The Lawn in front of Khon Kaen City Hall, Khon Kaen
Khon Kaen in one of the country's main silk producing areas. In addition to silk products being displayed, the fair has processions and a variety of cultural attractions. The fair also includes the traditional Phuk Sia (Friendship-making) ritual.
Phuket King's Cup Regatta
December, Kata Beach, Phuket
After the first regatta was launched in 1987 to celebrate His Majesty the King's 60th birthday, the King's Cup Regatta has been held annually and featured many international participants.
See for yourself how these yachting people compete from Phuket to Phang-nga before, moving on to Krabi on the Andaman sea, where the enchanting scenic beauty will take your breath away. This is the biggest and most impressive regatta in Asia.
Illuminated Christmas Cribs Processions
December, Sakon Nakhon
The procession starts from the civil service office (Sukkasem Road) heading towards Saint Joseph's school, Sakon Nakhon (The Archdiocese of Tha Rae-Nong Saeng).
Watch the procession of more than 200 floats adorned with polychromatic bulbs depicting the birth of Jesus and his biography, on-stage shows, and the worship of Roman Catholics.
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