December 2024 in Thailand: Unmissable festivals and events

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December 2024 in Thailand: Unmissable festivals and events

Explore the captivating festivals and unforgettable moments that will brighten up Thailand this December 2024. From ‘Night at the Museum’ to the Chao Phraya illuminations, discover all the events happening in every region of Thailand.

National events and public holidays in December

December is marked by two national holidays in addition to the New Year:

  • Rama IX’s birthday and Father’s Day: 5 December
  • Constitution Day: 10 December

Festivals in December in Thailand

A number of major events take place throughout Thailand, all of which can be found in the vast majority of cities, with varying degrees of importance:

Night at the Museum Festival 2024

Night at the Museum Festival 2024

o Date: 1-31 December 2024
o Location: 52 museums and learning centres across Thailand
o Facebook : Museum Thailand

Christmas in Thailand

  • Attend a Christmas mass

In Bangkok, despite Thailand’s predominantly Buddhist faith, there is a unique way to celebrate Christmas by attending a Christmas mass. The country demonstrates great religious tolerance. To enjoy a mass, you can visit Bangkok’s Assumption Cathedral. Another option is St Joseph’s Church in the Portuguese colony of Ayutthaya, just a few hours from Bangkok. These churches, among others, organize Christmas concerts, particularly in the weeks before Christmas Eve.

Unfortunately, there is no concert calendar available, so it is advisable to go to one of these churches early to find out about concert dates and times.

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Thailand New Year’s Eve

Like every year, large-scale fireworks displays are organised in several Thai cities to welcome in the New Year. The biggest of them all takes place in Bangkok. To find out all about New Year’s Eve in Thailand, see below:

December in Bangkok

Vijit Chao Phraya 2024

Vijit Chao Phraya 2024

o Date: 16 November to 15 December 2024
o Location: Pont Rama VIII, Wat Arun, Fort Wichai Prasit, Memorial Bridge et River City Bangkok
o Facebook: Vijit Chao Phraya 2024

Amazing Thailand Marathon, Bangkok

Amazing Thailand Marathon, Bangkok 2024

Amazing Thailand Marathon Bangkok, a 10km race with no fewer than 35,000 runners taking part.

o Date: 1 December 2024
o Location: Pont Rama VIII, Wat Arun, Fort Wichai Prasit, Memorial Bridge et River City Bangkok
o Facebook: Amazing Thailand Marathon

Phanmai Ngam Aram Suan Luang Ror Kao or Bangkok’s Biggest Floral Fair

Phanmai Ngam Aram Suan Luang Ror Kao or Bangkok's Biggest Floral Fair

Bangkok’s biggest flower festival kicks off on 1 December in Suan Luang Rama IX Park. Over 600,000 flowers and plants will be on display, along with a host of activities.
The ‘Phanmai Ngam Aram Suan Luang Ror Kao’, or Suan Luang Rama IX Park Flower Festival, has been held every year since the park opened in 1987.

o Date: December 1-10, 2024
o Location: Suan Luang Rama IX Park

Red Cross Festival 2024

A very popular festival in Bangkok, dedicated to the Red Cross, but with many stalls ranging from food to handicrafts. A fun festival.

o Date: December 11 and 12, 2024 from 11am to 10pm
o Location: Lumphini Park, Bangkok

Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra: Sound of the Seasons

Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra: Sound of the Seasons

o Date: Saturday 21st of December 2024 at 7:30 pm
o Location: Thailand Cultural Centre Main Hall
o Facebook: Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra

Bangkok Midnight Marathon 2024

Bangkok Midnight Marathon 2024

o Date: 21/22 December 2024 - 10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
o Location: Lan Klon Meaung, Bangkok
o Website: Thai Run

Pattaya and Chonburi Festival and Event 2024

Concert in the Park at Thai Polo Pattaya

Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra presents Concert in the Park at Thai Polo Pattaya.

Concert in the Park at Thai Polo Pattaya

o Date: December 07, 2024
o Location: Thai Polo Equestrian Club

Wonderfruit Festival

o Date: December 12-16, 2024
o Location: The Fields at Siam Country Club : The Fields at Siam Country Club, 50 Moo 9, Pong, Bang Lamung, Chonburi 20150, Thaïlande.
o Website: Wonderfruit Festival
o Price: Several options are available on the website

For more information on the festival, see this article:

Pattaya Jazz Festival 2024

Pattaya Jazz Festival 2024

The Pattaya International Jazz Festival 2024, under the theme The Harmonic Jazz & Beach, will be held on 6 and 7 December 2024 on Pattaya Beach in Chonburi. This free event will feature renowned Irish singer Ronan Keating alongside a host of international and Thai artists, including Tabitha King, Koh Mr. Saxman, and Rasmee Isan Soul.

o Date: December 06-07, 2024
o Location: Pattaya Beach

WGP#1 Waterjet World Cup

o Date: December 11-15, 2024
o Location: Jomtien Beach, Pattaya

December 2024 festivals in Chiang Mai

Charming Chiang Mai Flower Festival 2024

Charming Chiang Mai Flower Festival 2024

o Date: November 29, 2024 - January 5, 2025
o Location: 82nd Anniversary Chaloem Phrakiat Park, Chiang Mai
o Facebook: Charming Chiang Mai Flower Festival

HOKA Chiang Mai (by UTMB)

The event includes five races:

  • TRANS-INT 160 (175 km): From Doi Inthanon to Chiang Mai PAO Park.
  • ELEPHANT 100 (93 km): Loop through Doi Suthep, Doi Pui, and Mae Sa Elephant Camp.
  • HMONG 50: Loop in Doi Suthep-Pui National Park.
  • SUTHEP 20 (24 km): Loop featuring Khun Chang Khian Hmong Village.
  • CHEDI 10 (12 km): Loop around Doi Suthep.

o Date: 5-8 December 2024
o Location: Chiang Mai PAO Park or Chiang Mai Chaloem Phrakiat Park
o Facebook: HOKA Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai Marathon 2024

Chiang Mai Marathon 2024Chiang Mai Marathon Map 2024

o Date: 22 December 2024
o Location: Start at Tha Phae Gate
o Official web site: Chiang Mai Marathon 2024

December festivals in Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai Flower and Art Festival 2024

Chiang Rai Flower and Art Festival 2024

o Date: 16 December to 5 January
o Location: Chiang Rai Asean Flower Festival
o Facebook : TAT Chiang Rai

Kanchanaburi Festival 2024

River Kwai Bridge Week and Red Cross Fair 2024

o Date: November 28 - 08 December 2024
o Location: River Kwai Bridge, Kanchanaburi

Ayutthaya Festival

Ayutthaya World Heritage Fair 2024

Ayutthaya World Heritage Fair 2024

o Date: 13-22 December 2024
o Location: Ayutthaya Historical Park, Ayutthaya
o Facebook: Ayutthaya World Heritage

Sakon Nakhon Festival

Sakon Nakhon Christmas Parade 2024

DateEventLocation
21 DecemberEnjoy the colorful Tha Rae Lander Night Color Run starting at 5:30 PM.Tha Rae
22 DecemberFestivities continue at Don Koen Park.Tha Rae Subdistrict, Mueang Sakon Nakhon
23 DecemberMarvel at the Land Star Procession —a parade of star-decorated vehicles.Saint Michael’s Cathedral, Tha Rae
24 DecemberWitness the traditional Handheld Star Procession, a cherished Christmas custom.Tha Rae
25 DecemberCelebrate Christmas Day with the Land Star Parade, starting at King Rama V Park and ending at St. Joseph School.Sakon Nakhon

December festival in Ratchaburi

Nasatta Light Winter Illumination 2025

Nasatta Light Winter Illumination 2025

o Date 21 November 2024 – 27 April 2025. (Tuesday to Sunday, 6pm to 10pm)
o Location: NaSatta Park, Ratchaburi
o Website: Nasatta Light Festival

December in Phuket

Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 2024

Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 2024

o Dates : From 30 November to 6 December 2024 from 10h00 to 22h00
o Location : Kata Beach
o Website: Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 2024

Uthaithani 2024

Balloon Festival Uthaithani 2024

Balloon Festival Uthaithani 2024](/images/2024/12/balloon-festival-uthaithani-2024.jpg)

o Dates : From 20 to 22 December 2024 from 16h00 to 22h00
o Location : Rai Rim Khao, Lan Sak District, Uthai Thani

December 2024 Events Calendar: Highlights Across Thailand

CityDateEvent
Thailand-wideDecember 1–31, 2024Night at the Museum Festival: 52 museums and learning centers across Thailand
Thailand-wideDecember 5, 2024King Rama IX’s Birthday and Father’s Day (Public Holiday)
Thailand-wideDecember 10, 2024Constitution Day (Public Holiday)
BangkokNovember 16 – December 15, 2024Vijit Chao Phraya: Light installations at Rama VIII Bridge, Wat Arun, and River City
BangkokDecember 1, 2024Amazing Thailand Marathon: 10 km race with 35,000 participants
BangkokDecember 1–10, 2024Phanmai Ngam Festival: Bangkok’s largest flower show at Suan Luang Rama IX Park
BangkokDecember 11–12, 2024Red Cross Fair: Food and craft stalls at Lumphini Park
BangkokDecember 21, 2024Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra: Sound of the Seasons at Thailand Cultural Centre
BangkokDecember 21–22, 2024Bangkok Midnight Marathon at Lan Klon Meaung
Pattaya/ChonburiDecember 6–7, 2024Pattaya Jazz Festival: Free concerts featuring Ronan Keating on Pattaya Beach
Pattaya/ChonburiDecember 12–16, 2024Wonderfruit Festival: Music, arts, and sustainability at Siam Country Club
Pattaya/ChonburiDecember 11–15, 2024WGP#1 Waterjet World Cup: Water sports at Jomtien Beach
Chiang MaiNovember 29, 2024 – January 5, 2025Charming Chiang Mai Flower Festival at 82nd Anniversary Chaloem Phrakiat Park
Chiang MaiDecember 5–8, 2024HOKA Chiang Mai (by UTMB): Five trail races through mountains and parks
Chiang MaiDecember 22, 2024Chiang Mai Marathon: Starting at Tha Phae Gate
Chiang RaiDecember 16, 2024 – January 5, 2025Chiang Rai Flower and Art Festival at ASEAN Flower Festival site
KanchanaburiNovember 28 – December 8, 2024River Kwai Bridge Week and Red Cross Fair
AyutthayaDecember 13–22, 2024Ayutthaya World Heritage Fair at Ayutthaya Historical Park
Khon KaenUntil December 10, 2024International Silk Festival at Khon Kaen City Hall
Sakon NakhonDecember 25, 2024Sakon Nakhon Christmas Parade

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