Thailand’s November 2026 Events: Music, Culture, Marathons and Spectacular Night Skies

From Nan’s historic streets to Pattaya’s beachfront, November brings a colourful calendar of festivals and outdoor experiences across Thailand.

Thailand’s November 2026 events calendar offers plenty of reasons to explore beyond the capital, with seaside concerts, cultural celebrations, a scenic marathon and illuminated attractions taking place across the country.

Travellers can discover local craftsmanship in Phrae, experience heritage-inspired festivities in Sakon Nakhon and Buriram, or head to Pattaya for jazz and fireworks. Several attractions will also continue into 2027, offering opportunities for longer-term travel planning.

Amazing NAN MARATHON 2026

Date: 1 November 2026
Location: Wat Phumin and Khuang Mueang Nan, Mueang Nan District, Nan

Nan’s historic surroundings provide the setting for a running event combining physical challenge with cultural discovery. The marathon invites participants to experience the northern city’s streets and landmarks, with Wat Phumin and Khuang Mueang Nan forming the focal point of the event.

For visitors accompanying runners, the occasion also offers an opportunity to explore Nan’s distinctive heritage and relaxed atmosphere.

BOTTOMSUP MUSIC FESTIVAL 2

Date: 1 November 2026
Location: Metro Sand and Sea Resort, Chao Lao Beach, Chanthaburi

Live music meets a coastal setting at BOTTOMSUP MUSIC FESTIVAL 2. Taking place at Chao Lao Beach, the festival brings music lovers together for performances beside one of Chanthaburi’s best-known beach destinations.

The event offers an appealing addition to a seaside getaway, combining entertainment with time on Thailand’s eastern coast.

Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026

Dates: 1 November 2026–14 March 2027
Location: Nong Dae Wetland, Kut Sa Subdistrict, Mueang Udon Thani District, Udon Thani

Plants, flowers and landscape design take centre stage at this international horticultural exposition in Udon Thani. The event will showcase horticultural creativity alongside ideas connected to sustainability and innovation.

Running for several months, the expo gives garden enthusiasts and travellers an extended opportunity to explore its displays while discovering more of northeastern Thailand.

Pattaya International Jazz Festival 2026

Dates: 6–7 November 2026
Location: Pattaya Beach, Chon Buri

Pattaya Beach becomes a seaside stage for two days of jazz performances. The festival brings together talented musicians for a live music experience against the backdrop of the coast.

Visitors can combine an evening of music with a weekend exploring Pattaya’s beachfront and dining scene.

PARK UTOPIA X Chiang Rai Fest

Dates: 6–7 November 2026
Location: Singha Park Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai

Singha Park provides a scenic outdoor setting for PARK UTOPIA X Chiang Rai Fest. The event combines live performances and entertainment with the surrounding landscapes of Chiang Rai.

For music fans planning a northern Thailand trip, the festival offers a chance to build a weekend around outdoor entertainment and local sightseeing.

Neramit Sakon Nakhon 2026

Dates: 6–15 November 2026
Time: 6:00–10:00 PM
Location: Sakon Nakhon Old Town, Sakon Nakhon

Sakon Nakhon’s Old Town will become a creative cultural destination during this ten-day festival. Art, local identity and heritage-inspired experiences will highlight the character of the city.

The evening programme invites visitors to explore the old town through a celebration connecting contemporary creativity with local traditions.

Nakhon Nayok Winter Festival and Fantasy Kite Festival 2026

Dates: 11–15 November 2026
Location: Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam, Nakhon Nayok

Colourful fantasy kites will add a striking visual element to this seasonal celebration at Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam.

Combining a winter fair atmosphere with kite displays, the festival offers another reason to visit Nakhon Nayok and enjoy its outdoor surroundings.

Sisaket Coffee & Music Fest.4 x 52nd King’s Cup 2026

Dates: 13–15 November 2026
Location: Si Sa Ket

Coffee culture and live music come together at this three-day gathering in Si Sa Ket. The festival offers a meeting point for coffee enthusiasts and music fans, adding to the province’s November events calendar.

Visitors should check the organiser’s announcements for the precise venue, performance schedule and further details about the programme.

Miracle of Faith at Phanom Rung Festival 2026

Dates: 13–15 November 2026
Location: Phanom Rung Historical Park, Buriram

The spiritual and cultural significance of Phanom Rung provides the focus for this festival at the historic site.

Set within one of Buriram’s most recognisable heritage destinations, the event invites visitors to experience a celebration rooted in faith, history and local cultural identity.

NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVAL 2027

Dates: 20 November 2026–28 February 2027
Location: Nasatta Thai Park, Ratchaburi

Despite carrying “2027” in its name, NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVAL begins in November 2026 and continues into the following year.

The attraction will transform Nasatta Thai Park with illuminations and creative light installations, offering visitors a nighttime experience centred on colour, atmosphere and visual storytelling.

Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2026

Dates: 27–28 November 2026
Location: Pattaya Beach, Chon Buri

Pattaya’s beachfront will provide the setting for two nights of international fireworks displays. The festival promises colourful pyrotechnics above the coast, making it a standout event for visitors planning a late-November trip.

Travellers should allow extra time for their journeys and check official announcements for display times and traffic arrangements.

Phrae OTOP and Red Cross Fair 2026

Dates: 28 November–8 December 2026
Location: Phrae Provincial Administrative Organization Stadium, Phrae

Phrae’s local products, community craftsmanship and cultural identity will be showcased at the province’s OTOP and Red Cross Fair.

Continuing into December, the fair combines opportunities to discover locally made goods with the annual Red Cross charity event.

Planning a visit: Event dates and programmes may change. Confirm opening hours, admission arrangements, registration requirements and performance schedules with the respective organisers before travelling.