PATTAYA, Thailand – Get ready to experience Diwali – the Festival of Light – in a truly Thai way this October as Thailand joins one of India’s most cherished celebrations with the Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2025. The festival symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, and this year Thailand embraces the global spirit of Diwali through a vibrant showcase of culture, color, and creativity.
Main Venues
– Ong Ang Canal: 16–20 October 2025
– Phahurat “Little India”: 18–20 October 2025
Festival Highlights
– Dazzling light installations and illuminated landmarks
– Thai-Indian cultural performances and live concerts
– Marketplace featuring Thai and Indian food, crafts, and products
– Processions honoring Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha
– India Color Art Wall and Art Street with creative murals and vibrant art spaces
Organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in collaboration with public and private partners, the festival reflects Thailand’s long-standing friendship with India while showcasing how shared traditions can ignite new connections between peoples and communities.
This celebration also embraces Thailand’s vision of becoming a leading destination for Indian travelers and a global hub for cultural experiences. As of September 2025, Thailand has already welcomed over 1.8 million visitors from India, underscoring the enduring bond between the two nations. (PRD)
