Festival of Lights in Bangkok: Diwali 2025 unites Thai and Indian cultures!

Festival of Lights in Bangkok: Diwali 2025 unites Thai and Indian cultures!

In a celebration of colors and light, Thailand celebrates the “Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2025”. From October 16 to 20, 2025, Bangkok will be in a festive mood as the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) welcomes Indian and international guests. The Diwali festival, known as the Festival of Lights, represents the victory of light over darkness and is gaining traction in Thailand, including a growing number of Indian tourists.

To ensure that visitors feel welcome right from the start of their stay in Thailand, special welcome stands will be set up at Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports between October 16 and 18, 2025. Here you not only get the “Diwali Friendship Candle” as a souvenir, but also the opportunity to register for exclusive gift sets and benefits. An additional part of the celebrations will take place in Khlong Ong Ang and Phahurat, also known as Little India, where a variety of activities and information await guests from October 16th to 20th and 18th to 20th respectively.

Cultural highlights and the light parade

An impressive light and sound show took place at the opening on October 19, 2025, which was presided over by prominent personalities such as Mr. Attakorn Sirilatthayakorn, Minister of Tourism and Sports. The Thai-Indian Ramayana performance was also performed, which combines the rich culture of both nations and focuses on the triumph of good over evil in three acts.

A particular highlight was the “Grand Procession of Exquisite Radiance”, which brought together numerous cultural elements such as the Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha with spectacular decoration. Thanks to the drummers and musicians, it was extremely lively and celebratory.

The festival, which has the theme “Light Unites Us”, aims to not only boost Indian tourism but also project a positive image of Thai hospitality. The TAT has set itself the goal of bringing an impressive 2.3 million Indian tourists to Thailand by the end of 2025.

A colorful mix of tradition and modernity

Aside from the cultural performances, visitors can also get their first glimpses of Thai-Indian culinary fusion and traditional workshops. From October 16 to 31, the vibrant Diwali market continues in Phahurat and Khlong Ong Ang, giving guests the opportunity to be inspired by the diversity and richness of Indian and Thai culture.

With these celebrations, Thailand reaffirms its deep-rooted cultural ties with India and invites all interested parties to become part of this special festival of lights. Further information about the event and registration is available via the official QR code or the website diwali2025.aseanindiashoppers.com available.

The Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2025 is not only a feast for the eyes, but also a sign of hope and togetherness - a celebration that brings together young and old and further strengthens the cultural bonds between Thailand and India.

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