"Visakha Bucha Festival" of Sakon Nakhon May 31

𝗨𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 schedule in English

Some scenes from previous years

28–30 May 2026

📍 Wat Pa Sutthawat

18:30 (6:30 PM)

• Dharma sermon / Buddhist teachings presentation

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31 May 2026 – Morning

📍 Wat Phra That Choeng Chum Worawihan

06:30 AM

• Gather together at the ceremony grounds

07:00 AM – Ceremony begins

• Light incense and candles to worship the Triple Gem
• Monks chant Buddhist blessings
• Alms offering to monks
• Offering food to monks

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31 May 2026 – Afternoon / Evening

Creative Plaza Area

12:00–16:00

• Sale of Thai cultural products (CPOT)
• Contemporary cultural performances

King Rama V Royal Courtyard Area

15:00

• Parade/procession from 18 districts

16:00

• Opening ceremony of the “Miracle of the Wax Castle / Buddhist Lent Festival” (some wording slightly unclear due to image quality)

16:30

• Procession moves toward Wat Phra That Choeng Chum

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31 May 2026 – Evening

📍 Wat Phra That Choeng Chum Worawihan

17:30 (5:30 PM)

• Ceremonial wrapping of cloth around Phra That Choeng Chum stupa

18:00 (6:00 PM)

• Kathin-style offering ceremony / merit ceremony
• Evening chanting and meditation
• Candlelight procession around the stupa (Wian Tian)

สกลนคร Sakon Nakhon