Events in Songkhla

May suits those choosing between music and sports: Hat Yai hosts a half marathon and the Hat Yai Jazz Festival (Jazz Laeng Tai). They offer different kinds of outings, so first decide whether you want to take part in the race or set aside an evening for music. Then check the dates: events in the same month are not necessarily scheduled for the same weekend.

There is also a summer highlight for a running trip: Songkhla Marathon takes place in August. In autumn, usually in October, Hat Yai hosts the Vegetarian Festival. If you are choosing between these events, start with the kind of trip you want instead of trying to fit everything in; check the exact dates and program for the year you are traveling.

When browsing the Songkhla event calendar, check each event's venue before booking travel: an event in Hat Yai and one in Songkhla call for different plans. For a race, check the distances and entry requirements; for a festival, check the visiting schedule. National events are listed below in the “Nationwide” section if you want to add another festival to the local program.