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Festivals & Events

Festivals & Events

The 243rd Anniversary of the Foundation of Rattanakosin

Date:

23 April 2025 - 27 23 April 2025

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Festivals & Events

Festivals & Events

The 243rd Anniversary of the Foundation of Rattanakosin

Date:

23 April 2025 - 27 23 April 2025

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Festivals & Events

Festivals & Events

The 243rd Anniversary of the Foundation of Rattanakosin

Date:

23 April 2025 - 27 23 April 2025

You're cordially invited to experience
“The 243rd Anniversary of the Foundation of Rattanakosin”
A commemorative event honoring the benevolence and greatness of the monarchs of the Chakri Dynasty.

📅 April 23–27, 2025
📍 Chulalongkorn University Centenary Park

Join us in celebrating Rattanakosin heritage through an immersive art exhibition and spectacular daily cultural performances.

✨ Enjoy:

  • The Immersive Art Exhibition showcasing the legacy of Rattanakosin

  • A vibrant Thai and regional food market

  • A cultural products fair

  • A creative art market featuring over 100 booths by Thai artists

🎉 Grand Opening Ceremony:
April 23, 2025 at 6:30 PM onwards

📍 At Chulalongkorn University Centenary Park

Be captivated by the “BKK 2025” performance, featuring a special appearance by Ta-U Pithaya, a beloved Thai teen idol.

🎭 Enjoy the grandeur of a traditional Khon performance from the Ramakien, presenting the episode “Vayuputra Wutthikrai”.

✨ Don’t miss:

  • A vibrant Thai and regional food market

  • A cultural products fair

  • An art and crafts market with over 100 artist booths

📍 At the Bangkok National Museum
Experience the charm of the “Night Museum” – a special evening at the Bangkok National Museum (Free Admission)

✨ Highlights include:

  • A mesmerizing performance by a traditional Pong Lang ensemble from Isan

  • “Siam Through the Lens of the Royal Railway Department” – archival films of Bangkok and Siam during the reign of King Rama VII

📍 At Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan
“Temple Fair: A Journey Through Time in Kudi Chin – Khlong San”

Step into a vibrant celebration of Thai heritage with traditional temple fair festivities and cultural performances, including:

🎻 Orchestra performance
🎭 “Sang Thong” – a classic Thai Lakhon Bok folk drama
🌟 Likay All-Star Show by Prasit Wongnin Troupe
🎤 Thai Luk Thung Singing Contest

🙏 Pay homage, receive blessings, and immerse yourself in the cultural charm of old Siam in one of Bangkok's most historic neighborhoods.

🚗 Getting There

information provided by event organizer

The National Museum Bangkok

Chulalongkorn Centenary Park, Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan

4 Na Phra That Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, Thailand, Bangkok

Zone

1

Wed - Sun 8:30-16.00

MRT: Sanam Chai

The National Museum Bangkok

Chulalongkorn Centenary Park, Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan

4 Na Phra That Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, Thailand, Bangkok

Zone

1

Wed - Sun 8:30-16.00

MRT: Sanam Chai

The National Museum Bangkok

Chulalongkorn Centenary Park, Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan

4 Na Phra That Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, Thailand, Bangkok

Zone

1

Wed - Sun 8:30-16.00

MRT: Sanam Chai