PATTAYA, Thailand – March brings a dynamic line-up of cultural celebrations, music festivals, spiritual ceremonies, and creative gatherings across Thailand. Highlights include the contemporary art showcase at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, the four-week seaside celebration of the Pattaya Music Festival, and vibrant craft and coffee experiences in Rayong and Phrae. Sacred traditions continue at Wat Khetnaboonyaram and Wat Rai Khing, while active travellers can join charity cycling at Maharaj Plaza. From art and heritage to beachside music and community festivals, March 2026 offers inspiring experiences nationwide.
Nan Silver & Textile Signature 2026
27 February – 3 March 2026
Khuang Muang Nan, Mueang Nan district
Nan
HIghlights:
A signature fair celebrating Nan’s renowned silverwork and handwoven textiles, featuring special fashion shows, creative workshops, exhibitions, and over 60 booths of local crafts and OTOP products in a vibrant cultural atmosphere.
Joyjitt Art Space
27 February – 3 March 2026
From 10.00 – 20.00 hrs.
Amphawa Resort & Homestay, Amphawa district
Samut Songkhram
Highlights:
An inspiring art space bringing together creative works, exhibitions, and artistic activities in a relaxed riverside atmosphere, perfect for art lovers seeking fresh ideas and cultural immersion.
Three Cities of Art: Reframing Dvaravati in Contemporary Aesthetics
3 – 8 March 2026
From 10.00 – 20.00 hrs.
5th Floor, Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC)
Bangkok
Highlights:
An exhibition presenting artworks developed through creative research, focusing on the expansion of community-based art processes and participatory art practices. The project aims to reinterpret and develop contemporary artworks rooted in the cultural capital of three provinces in Thailand, offering new perspectives on Dvaravati aesthetics in a modern context.
Nine-Planet Worship Ceremony 2026
3 – 9 March 2026
Wat Khetnaboonyaram, Mueang Chanthaburi
Chanthaburi
Highlights:
A sacred ritual inviting devotees to worship the Nine Planets for balance, protection, and auspicious fortune. The ceremony reflects ancient beliefs blended with serene temple traditions and spiritual symbolism.
Phrae Creative Craft & Folk Art 2026
7 March 2026
Commemoration of King Rama 9 Health Garden, Mueang Phrae District, Phrae
Highlights:
A one-day creative festival featuring art exhibitions, craft and DIY workshops, local wisdom demonstrations, a cultural market, contemporary performances, and live music throughout the day.
Mae Phim Coffee & Crafts 2026
7 – 8 March 2026
Laem Mae Phim Beach, Klaeng district
Rayong
Highlights:
Enjoy a laid-back beachfront gathering at Laem Mae Phim Beach, where coffee culture meets creativity. Discover speciality coffee, art workshops, crafts, and a chic flea market in a relaxed seaside setting. Chill out with all-day DJ music, sea breezes, and a vibrant community vibe. Free entry, open to all coffee lovers, craft fans, and weekend chill-seekers.
Pattaya Music Festival 2026
Week 1: 6–7 March 2026
Pattaya Beach, Chon Buri
Week 2: 13–14 March 2026
Jomtien Beach, Chon Buri
Week 3: 20–21 March 2026
Ko Larn, Chon Buri
Week 4: 27–28 March 2026
Lan Pho Na Kluea Public Park, Chon Buri
Highlights:
A four-week beachfront music festival held across Pattaya Beach, Jomtien Beach, Ko Larn, and Lan Pho Na Kluea Public Park. Enjoy live performances by top Thai artists, vibrant seaside vibes, and free concerts throughout March.
Ratchaburi City Pillar Shrine Celebration 2026
6 – 15 March 2026
Ratchaburi City Pillar Shrine, Mueang Ratchaburi
Ratchaburi
Highlights:
Celebrate local heritage at the Ratchaburi City Pillar Shrine with vibrant ceremonies and a festive atmosphere. Enjoy a spectacular opening firework display alongside free live concerts throughout the celebration. Explore a lively fair featuring popular food stalls and local products.
Bottomsup Festival 2026
8 March 2026
Sunset Bay thachalabe, Mueang Chanthaburi District
Chanthaburi
Highlights:
A major full-scale music festival featuring top Thai artists, spectacular light and sound production, street food, vintage market, and fun activities for all ages. Kids under 12 enter free.
Sweet Mango & Local Delicacies Festival of Phanom Sarakham 2026
10 – 18 March 2026
Municipal Road Area and Nong Phan Public Park, Phanom Sarakham District
Chachoengsao
Highlights:
Celebrate the flavours of eastern Thailand at the Phanom Sarakham with its famous sweet mangoes and local delicacies. Enjoy a vibrant food festival featuring fresh mango varieties, signature local dishes, and community products. Stroll through festive market zones along the municipal road and Nong Phan Public Park, filled with a lively local atmosphere.
City Run Uthai Thani 2026
15 March 2026
Health Park (Clock Tower Area), Mueang District
Uthai Thani
Highlights:
Discover the charm of Uthai Thani through a unique city run along the scenic Sakae Krang River. Run past traditional floating house communities and experience the town’s simple, authentic way of life.
Bike for the Dolphins 2026
22 March 2026
Maharaj Plaza, Pran Buri District, Prachuap Khiri Khan
Highlights:
A charity cycling event held to support the conservation of Irrawaddy dolphins and other protected dolphin species, in collaboration with relevant organizations. Participants ride a scenic 60 km round-trip route from Maharaj Plaza (Pran Buri) to Wat Bang Pu / Phraya Nakhon Cave and back.
Luang Pho Wat Rai Khing Worship Festival 2026
29 March – 6 April 2026
Wat Rai Khing, Sam Phran District
Nakhon Pathom
Highlight:
A revered annual celebration inviting devotees to pay homage and apply gold leaf for auspicious blessings and spiritual merit. The event features traditional religious ceremonies, a vibrant temple fair, cultural performances, and local food stalls. (TAT)
