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| Many of the festivals and events listed on Thailand's official calendar of annual events are traditional Buddhist or folk festivals, the date of which is either determined by the Buddhist lunar calendar and waxing and waning moon. These are not staged events. The festivals reflect the rhythm of life in rural Thai villages and local traditions as observed in times past. Event dates may be subject to change. To ensure you have the most updated information, please reconfirm details prior to travel. Please call 1672. |
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JUNE 1 – AUGUST 31, 2008
AMAZING THAILAND GRAND SALE 2008
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket and Hat Yai
The Amazing Thailand Grand Sale, Thailand's annual three-month shopping extravaganza offers world-class shopping, a diverse selection of quality products and services, special discounts of 10 - 70 per cent and promotional offers being extended by participating department stores, shopping complexes and retail outlets along designated ‘Shopping Streets’ in Bangkok and the popular tourist destinations of Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket and Hat Yai.
The ‘Shopping Streets’ provide a convenient opportunity to spot great buys in an exotic range of unique crafts and cottage industry products, including exquisitely hand-crafted decorative items for home and living and fashion accessories, available in the traditional as well as contemporary design.
In addition to discount offers of up to 70 per cent from participating establishments, check out the special promotions offered by retail and service outlets displaying the ‘Thailand Grand Sale’ decal. These include free gifts, vouchers and lucky draw prizes.
To take advantage of these promotional offers, simply look out for the "Amazing Thailand Grand Sale" decal on display at participating outlets.
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3 JUNE – 30 SEPTEMBER 2008
EARTH FROM ABOVE: AN AERIAL PORTRAIT OF OUR PLANET
Towards A Sustainable Development
By Yann Arthus-Bertrand
At the Annual Bangkok Art and Photography Event
@ Zen Outdoor Arena and Amphitheater Zone, Central World
Admission is free.
Please click to view
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JULY 1 - SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
AMAZING PATTAYA SALE 2008
10 – 70% Off
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AUGUST 1 - SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
THE 7TH HUA HIN/CHA-AM GOLF FESTIVAL 2008
The festival for golf lovers at the heavenly seaside resirts of Hua Hin/Cha-am, Thailand
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AUGUST 2, 2008
SUKHOTHAI MINI LIGHT & SOUND SHOW
Venue : Sukhothai Historical Park
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AUGUST 12, 16, 26 and 30, 2008
PHRA NAKHON SI AYUTTHAYA
MINI LIGHT & SOUND SHOW
At Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park
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AUGUST 14 – 24, 2008/12.00 – 21.00
VISIT "COLOURFUL LANNA"
LANNA ART & CULTURE FESTIVAL & FUN FEST
At the Suan Charlermphrakiat Ratchaphruek park
The Royal Flora Ratchaphruek 2006 Exposition Site at the Royal Agricultural Centre in Chiang Mai
Mae Hia district, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Admission is free for individual visitors.
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AUGUST 27 - 31, 2008
THAI DESIGNERS SHOW THEIR METTLE AS ASEAN DIAMONDS AT BIFF&BIL 2008
At BITEC Bangna
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AUGUST 29, 2008
At Kad Suan Kaeow, Chiang Mai
AUGUST 30, 2008
At the Gateway Hotel, Puttan Ballroom, in Phayao
THE BANGKOK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS
A MUSICAL TRIBUTE IN HONOUR OF HIS MAJESTY THE KING OF THAILAND
An Evening of Music with H.E. Rear Admiral ML Usni Pramoj, Privy Councillor and the Bangkok Symphony Orchestra
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AUGUST 28 – 30, 2008
PATTAYA FOOD & HOTELIERS EXPO 2008
At A-One The Royal Cruise Hotel
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AUGUST 30, 2008
THE AKHA – PEOPLE OF THE HILLS
Light-and-Sound Presentation
At the Chiang Rai Social Development Center
Ban Pasang, Mae Chan district, Chiang Rai
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AUGUST 30, 2008
WIMAYA NATTAKAN
A dance drama and light-and-sound presentation
At Phimai Historical Park
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AUGUST 30 – 31, 2008
BHUMIBOL DAM INVITATION INTERNATIONAL
MOUNTAIN BIKE CHAMPIONSHIP 2008
At Bhumibol Dam, Tak Province
Bhumibol Dam in Tak province will be hosting the Bhumibol Dam Invitation International Mountain Bike Championships for the fourth consecutive year on August 30 – 31, 2008. Noted for its scenic landscape, Bhumibol Dam provides an ideal setting for the mountain bike races.
The event is being jointly organized by the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in cooperation with the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) and Bhumibol Dam to promote ecotourism in tandem with outdoor sports at both a national and international level.
Contact information:
TAT Call Center: 1672
TAT Northern Office — Region 4
Tel: 055 514 341-3
Fax: 055 514 344
E-mail: tattak@tat.or.th |
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JANUARY TO DECEMBER 2008
EVENT LISTINGS AT A GLANCE
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IMPORTANT
Event dates and programme details may be subject to change.
Many of the festivals and events listed on Thailand's official calendar of annual events are traditional Buddhist or folk festivals, the date of which is either determined by the Buddhist lunar calendar and waxing and waning moon. These are not staged events. The festivals reflect the rhythm of life in rural Thai villages and local traditions as observed in times past. To ensure you have the most updated information, please reconfirm details prior to travel.
Contact:
Tourism Authority of Thailand
Email: info@tat.or.th
Website: www.tat.or.th
Tel: +66 (0) 2250 5500 (120 automatic lines)
Fax: +66 (0) 2250 5511 (two automatic lines)
FOR EVENT INFORMATION,
please call 1672.
Address:
1600 Petchaburi Road, Makkasan, Rajatevee
Bangkok 10400
Thailand |
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