




June 12 – 14, 2010
PHI TA KHON FESTIVAL 2010
Dan Sai, Loei
Phi Ta Khon is unique celebration during the Bun Luang Festival. The costumes are fascinating, with participants wearing ghost masks and colorful robes. During a series of the fun filled parades, both small and large Phi Ta Khon take part in the processions.
from : http://tat-la.com
Prasat Phanom Rung , The Magic moments in Khmer heritage
2 Apr 2010 – 4 Apr 2010
at Burirum
Knowing the exact moment to witness a spectacular sunrise through the doorway of an ancient Hindu temple requires a detailed calculation.The amber sun is perfectly aligned in the centre of the main doorway to a temple standing on a former volcanic mountain in northeast Thailand.
Variations on the Songkran theme
Date : 16 Apr 2010 – 18 Apr 2010
at : Pattaya
Pattaya celebrates Songkran a week later
Pattaya and its neighbouring resorts in Chonburi province celebrate Songkran a week later than the rest of the country, which gives the festival’s hardcore followers a second round of fun if they are still on holiday.
In Pattaya, the festival is officially called Wanlai and starts in Naklua a village community at the northern tip of the resort and continues in unabated enthusiasm, all week throughout the resort, from the Naklua tip to the Jomtien toe.
Songkran Festival
Date : 13 Apr 2010 – 15 Apr 2010
Songkran off the tourist track
Here are some tips on where to enjoy Songkran and chill out at the same time.
Songkran, 13 to 15 April, is a national festival best known for the copious quantities of water thrown from buckets on unsuspecting passers-by, who quickly appreciate how cooling this fun-filled festival really is especially during the peak of the summer heat wave.
There are serious elements, too, such as the annual bathing of Buddha images carried out at temples and homes across the country. Children sprinkle water on the heads of elders to pay respect. In this gentle incarnation, the festival reflects the time-honoured traditions of a nation that respects age and the role of seniors in a family environment.
Pattaya International Music Festival
Date : 19 Mar 2010 – 21 Mar 2010
Cool music to beat summer heat
The grand Pattaya Music Festival is back in town to entertain music lovers. This is an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy a weekend of listening and dancing to beautiful music performed by more than 100 musicians. Fun awaits everyone, on March.
World Thai Martial Arts Festival and Waikru Muaythai Ceremony (Nai Khanomtom Day)
Date: 10 – 17 March 2010
Venue: City of Ayutthaya Stadium, Ayutthaya, Thailand
CELEBRATION NAIKHANOM TOM DAY ASSOCIATION INSTITUTE OF THAI MARTIAL ARTS & WORLD MUAYTHAI FEDERATION , Wai-Kru Ceremony Muay Boran & Krabi – Krabong Seminar
Nai Khanomtom Pro/Championships Belt
In Muay Thai, the boxer will always preface the fight with Wai Kru and this tradition is still practised nowadays. This ceremony is usually performed to rousing Thai music from pipes and drums, and with the initial Ram Muay (the boxing movement). The Wai Kru & Ram Muay are useful, since the Boxer gains encouragement from paying homage to his Teachers and feels that he is not on his own: he has his Teacher & the other Teachers of the Muay Thai discipline to support him.
Chinese New Year Festival
Date : 14 February 2010
Venue : China Town, Bangkok
Come to celebrate the Chinese New Year at the biggest Chinatown in Thailand, Yaowarat Road renowned as the Golden Road, the Land of the Siamese Dragon. Watch the beauty, treasure the Chinese cultural demonstrations and experience a wide range of Chinese cuisine available at famous restaurants as well as fashion shows depicting ancient Chinese attire from various regions. The goldsmith shops offer you beautiful souvenirs. Last but not least, Chinese movies are sure to fascinate you.
Phuket International Blues Rock Festival
Date : 26 – 27 February 2010
Venue : Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa, Phuket
The 2010 Phuket International Blues Rock Festival promises to be bigger than ever with at least 12 acts performing on stage during the two-night event. Now a firm fixture in Phuket’s annual entertainment calendar, the festival attracts top blues bands from around Thailand, while two popular bands from Australia and the US return once more.
Established to support local charities, this year’s event will donate funds to charities that organise education for young children — the Phuket International Women’s Club and the Phuket Has Been Good To Us Foundation.
For more information
www.phuketbluesfestival.com
Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony
Date : 13-15 February 2010
Venue : Ko Kradan, Sikao District, Trang
Now in its 14th year, Trang’s underwater wedding ceremony, 13 to 14 February, must be one of the most unusual ways to tie the knot.
This unique event is right at the top in the creative wedding category and has defied critics over the years to emerge as a firm favourite for those who want to make their Valentine day wedding extraordinary.
In 2000, it was declared the largest underwater wedding ceremony by the Guinness Book of Records, while more recently it opened the ceremony to physically challenged couples.

The Royal Trophy – Europe vs Asia Golf Championship
Date : 8 -10 January 2010
Venue : Amata Spring Country Club, Chonburi
The Royal Trophy – Europe vs Asia Golf Championship is a unique, emotionally-charged and passionate competition played between the continents of Europe and Asia in a team match-play format.