Tourism

TAT Launches VIJIT Thailand 2026 Night Festival

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is launching a new night festival across three provinces featuring light shows, 3D mapping, and drone displays to celebrate regional culture and boost local economies from September 25 to October 18, 2026.

23 Sept TAT Newsroom

VIJIT Thailand 2026 brings immersive night-time experiences to Lamphun, Trang and Roi Et from 25 September to 18 October. Through light, sound, projection, 3D mapping, drone displays and cultural performances, TAT reinterprets regional heritage, nature and identity while supporting local economies and sustainable event development across three destinations in Thailand.

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