Overview of Thailand Summer Festival 2025
The 2025 Thai Festival promises to be a must-see tourist attraction as the country steps up its cultural promotion campaign and strengthens community activities after the pandemic. (Photo: Collected)
Summer is the time when Thailand becomes most brilliant with a series of unique cultural, religious and traditional art festivals. From May to July is the period of the year when most summer festivals take place in Thailand.
The special feature is the summer festivals. Festivals in Thailand are often concentrated in the provinces of the East, Northeast and part of the Central region - areas rich in ethnic identity and with a long tradition of organizing large-scale community activities. From agricultural lands such as Yasothon to vibrant coastal cities such as Chon Buri, each festival has its own unique color, showing a harmonious combination of folk art, profound Buddhist beliefs and increasingly developing contemporary culture. These events not only attract local people but are also ideal destinations for international tourists who love Thai festival tourism, wishing to explore the depth of Thai culture and spiritual life.
1. Festivals in Thailand in May: Kick off summer with cultural and culinary colors
Bun Bang Fai – Rocket Festival at Yasothon
Rocket Festival - Bun Bang Fai. (Photo: @thailandinsider)
As the summer begins, May is a month of vibrant festivals, starting with long-standing traditional events such as Bun Bang Fai – the Rocket Festival at Yasothon. This is one of the most prominent Thai cultural festivals in the Northeast, usually held in the second week of May. The festival is meant to pray for rain and the start of a new crop. Locals create giant rockets by hand, which are then launched into the sky in a festive and joyful atmosphere. The festival is also accompanied by cultural activities such as traditional dances, Isaan folk music, and colorful street parades – all creating a rare lively scene.
Great Taste of Thailand Festival in Chon Buri, Fruit and Specialty Festival in Rayong
Thai culinary paradise at your fingertips. (Photo: Collected)
Also this May, visitors can immerse themselves in the culinary festival atmosphere in Eastern Thailand with two outstanding events: Amazing Thailand Grand Taste Festival in Chon Buri and Fruit & Delicacies Festival in Rayong. With the theme of honoring Thai cuisine and tropical fruits, these festivals open up a taste paradise, where visitors can enjoy typical dishes such as fresh seafood, fried street food, and specialty fruits such as durian, mango, rambutan and mangosteen. Not only eating and drinking, you can also participate in cooking classes, watch culinary demonstrations and interact with local chefs - a special experience for those who are passionate about culinary culture when traveling to Thailand's festivals.
2. June: Pride Month – A vibrant community event
Pride Month honors the LGBTQ+ community in Thailand. (Photo: Collected)
Entering June, Thailand becomes more vibrant and bustling than ever with Pride Month, an event honoring the LGBTQ+ community held widely in major cities such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Chon Buri and Surat Thani. In 2025, Pride Month has a special meaning when Thailand has just officially legalized same-sex marriage - becoming a pioneering Southeast Asian country in the freedom of love and gender equality. This makes street festivals, parades, art exhibitions and fashion shows more vibrant and emotional than ever.
Visitors to Thailand’s festivals in June not only experience a free, diverse and tolerant atmosphere, but also experience the fusion of traditional and modern cultures. Activities take place throughout the month, from colorful LGBTQ+ parades, outdoor music performances, to open discussion spaces, photo exhibitions and fashion fairs. Pride Month is not just a festival, but also a powerful statement of human rights and love, making Thailand an ideal destination for tourists from all over the world.
3. Special July Festivals in Thailand: Spiritual Traditions Come to Life
Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival – Candle Festival
Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival. (Photo: Collected)
July in Thailand brings a solemn yet artistic atmosphere, starting with the Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival, held from July 9 to 11, 2025 in Ubon Ratchathani city. This festival celebrates Khao Phansa, the beginning of the monks' rainy season retreat. The most special highlight is the giant candles elaborately carved, depicting Buddhist images, legends and typical cultural symbols. Thousands of people from all over flock to admire this beautiful artistic parade, accompanied by Buddhist rituals, traditional performances and a sacred atmosphere.
Phi Ta Khon at Dan Sai - Ghost Festival
Phi Ta Khon Ghost Festival. (Photo: Collected)
At the end of July, Thailand continues to welcome one of the most unique spiritual festivals in Southeast Asia - Phi Ta Khon in Dan Sai, Loei province, taking place from July 27 to 29, 2025. This festival is notable for its costumes of "ghostly" characters from Thai folklore, with colorful masks, strange costumes and vibrant folk music. Phi Ta Khon combines spiritual elements, performing arts and folk beliefs in the spiritual world, as people reenact the story of Buddha returning after a long period of practicing. The festival atmosphere is both mysterious and joyful, creating a unique experience for those looking for something different when traveling to Thailand in July.
Summer festivals in Thailand are more than just a series of cultural events – they are a vibrant, emotional and authentic journey. Whether you are an art lover, a Buddhist, or simply a traveler with a passion for experiences – summer 2025 in Thailand will surely leave you with unforgettable memories. Are you ready for a colorful summer journey in Thailand 2025? Choose a time, a festival and let your emotions guide you!
Source: https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/le-hoi-mua-he-o-thai-lan-2025-v17113.aspx
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