What’s on May 2022

Your guide to what’s on in Thailand during May 2022 with key events and festivals to look out for in Thailand plus Thai-themed events in the UK and Ireland.

1 May
Labour Day (public holiday)

4 May
Coronation Day (public holiday)
A public holiday in Thailand to commemorate the anniversary of the Royal Coronation of HM King Rama X.

7 May
Hua Hin International Jazz & Blues Festival

13 May
Royal Ploughing Ceremony, Bangkok
Marking the start of the rice growing season in Thailand, the Royal Ploughing Ceremony is usually held in May. The location for the ceremony is Sanam Luang, the large open space opposite the Grand Palace in Bangkok.

13-15 May
L’Etape Thailand by Tour de France Phang Nga 2022
The southern Thai province of Phang Nga is the location for this colourful cycling event. L’Etape Thailand is expected to attract large crowds to cheer on the hundreds of Thai and international riders competing.
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15 May
Visakha Bucha Day (public holiday)
The most significant event in the Buddhist calendar, Visakha Bucha Day commemorates three defining events in the life of the Buddha; the day on which the Buddha was born, reached his enlightenment 35 years later, and the day he died and entered Nirvana 45 years after that.
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Mid/late May
Rocket Festivals, Isaan
13-15 May, Yasothon
21-22 May, Kalasin
The north-east region of Thailand, known as Isaan, hosts a number of boisterous Rocket Festivals during May. The tradition dates back centuries with the launching of home-made bamboo rockets a way of encouraging the rainfall required for the rice-planting season.

28-29 May
Creamfields Thailand, Nong Nooch Botanical Garden, Pattaya
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May (postponed until August/September 2022)
Ko Samui Yacht Regatta
Attracting the best yachts in Asia, Samui Regatta provides added glamour to the island of Ko Samui with a mix of sailing and socialising.
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Date tbc
Chanthaburi Fruit Festival

Events in Thailand aren’t always confirmed until much nearer the time. We will add details of more events when dates are known.