Colors of the East festival moves to Jomtien May 23-26

Chonburi Gov. Khomsan Ekachai (center) leads the announcement of the upcoming Colors of the East festival.

Thanachot Anuwan
The Colors of the East Festival moves to Jomtien Beach this year when the event unfolds for the sixth time May 23-26.
Sponsored by the provinces of Chonburi, Rayong, Chantaburi and Trat, the event features food, sales of locally made goods, tourist souvenirs and other cheap merchandise. Previous festivals have been held on Beach Road, causing massive traffic problems.
Chonburi Gov. Khomsan Ekachai announced the festival May 7 in Bangkok, saying the annual fair this year is managed by Image Corp.
Celebrity Pinchaya “Mint” Wattanamontree made pad Thai noodles for media attending.
The festival will feature musical performances from Kratae-Kratai, Naem Ronadet, Punch Worakan and Abnormal. There will also be performances of eastern cultural arts, prize drawings and games. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with a star-studded parade.

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