The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has adjusted schedules and formats of events and activities following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother.
TAT said all updates align with the solemn and respectful tone of the national mourning period.
The bureau has postponed some events, adjusted event formats, and replaced selected festive activities with cultural and religious observances “reflecting remembrance and reverence”.
Activities at this week’s Maha Loi Krathong @ Sukhothai festival at Wat Chana Songkhram within Sukhothai Historical Park, and the Maha Loi Krathong @ Ayutthaya celebration at Wat Phra Ram in Ayutthaya Historical Park, have been taking place "with a tone and activities adjusted to the mourning period”, TAT says.
Fireworks and pyrotechnics have been omitted, while performances include cultural shows and renditions of royal compositions.
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The Vijit Chao Phraya Thailand 2025 event, originally scheduled for 1 November–15 December, will now be held from 9 November to 23 December along both banks of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok.
The presentation concept has been refined under the theme “Light of Siam – Mother of the Land”, featuring drone displays in place of fireworks to convey tribute and remembrance.
The New Year’s Eve programme will include a candle-lighting ceremony titled “Light of the Nation” in honour of Her Majesty, The Queen Mother.
The Amazing Thailand Marathon Bangkok 2025, set for 30 November from MBK Centre to Sanam Luang, will proceed on schedule with appropriate adjustments to reflect the tone of the national mourning period.