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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.  
 
TRADITIONAL FESTIVALS AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS
Arts of the Kingdom V exhibition at the Ananta Samakom Throne Hall, Dusit Palace

FROM 2 MAY ONWARDS
ARTS OF THE KINGDOM V

By The SUPPORT Foundation's Chitralada Training Center
At the Ananta Samakom Throne Hall, Dusit Palace

10.00 - 20.00 hrs. (closed on Mondays)
Ticket sales from 10.00 - 19.00 hrs.
Ticket prices: 150 baht (75 baht for students)
Tel: +66 (0) 2283 9411, (0) 2283 9185

Dress code: Appropriate attire is required. No shorts or sleeveless tops. Skirts and Thai-style sarong for women.
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MAY 28 – JUNE 1, 2008
INTERNATIONAL CRAB FESTIVAL

At Central Plaza Rama II
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JUNE 1 - 7, 2008
7th KOH SAMUI REGATTA
THE TROPICAL ISLAND REGATTA

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JUNE 1 - JULY 31, 2008
BLOOMING KRACHIAO FLOWER FESTIVAL/

The Siam Tulip Festival of Chaiyaphum
Pa Hin Ngam National Park
Ban Rai district and Thep Sathit sub-district, Chaiyaphum province

The unique geographical landscape of Chaiyaphum Province in the northeast of Thailand gives rise to a range of natural attractions of exceptional beauty. Of these, the fields of pinkish-purple Siam Tulip, or "Dok Krachiao", come in to full bloom in the early part of the rainy season from June to August.

Also commonly called 'patumma', 'bua sawan' (heaven lotus), or 'bua bok' (the land lotus), the Siam Tulip is a member of the ginger genera — Curcuma or Zingiberaceae.

Contact information:
TAT Northeastern Office - Region 1
Tel: +66 (0) 4421 3666, (0) 4421 3030
Fax: +66 (0) 4421 3667
E-mail: tatsima@tat.or.th

 
       
       

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.

 
       
       
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.

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  JUNE 5 – 8, 2008/ 10.00 – 21.00 hrs
THAILAND TOURISM FESTIVAL 2008

At Challenger Hall 1-2,
Impact Muang Thong Thani Exhibition Centre
Pakkred District, Nonthaburi

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JUNE 6-8, 2008
IIFA Weekend Bangkok
IIFA web site: www.iifa.com
 
       
       
JUNE 13-14, 2008
HUA HIN JAZZ FESTIVAL 2008

On the beach between the Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & Villas and Hua Hin Marriott hotels
Admission is free.

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JUNE 15, 2008
LAGUNA PHUKET INTERNATIONAL MARATHON 2008

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  JUNE 15, 2008 AT 8 PM
Bangkok Opera presents
OPERA WITHOUT DIVAS

World famous opera choruses and intermezzi
At the Church of Christ in Thailand Auditorium, Sixth Floor, CCT

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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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