Chinese New Year

Thailand's most romantic festival. Thais float decorated banana-leaf baskets (krathong) on rivers and waterways to pay respect to the water goddess and release negativity. Celebrated on the full moon of the 12th Thai lunar month.

Northern Thailand's spectacular lantern festival, coinciding with Loi Krathong. Thousands of paper lanterns (khom loi) are released into the night sky, creating a magical scene.

Thai New Year and the world's biggest water fight. Originally a Buddhist cleansing ritual, it has evolved into a massive water battle celebration. The country essentially shuts down for a week.

Vibrant Buddhist festival in Dan Sai featuring colorful ghost masks and costumes. Combines animist traditions with Buddhist celebrations of Buddha's life.

Ancient Isan tradition of launching homemade bamboo rockets to encourage the rain gods before rice planting season. Features music, dancing, and spectacular rocket launches.

Annual celebration of Chiang Mai's floral heritage featuring elaborate flower floats, parades, and garden displays during the peak blooming season.