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Loy Krathong in Phang Nga will take place from November 22 to 24, 2026 at the tsunami memorial near police boat 813 in Bang Niang village, Phang Nga province. The holiday is organized by Khukkhak Municipality. The program includes a kratong contest: the organizer has planned 20 entries, 10 each from residents and from institutions, organizations, enterprises and communities.
Opening hours by day are not listed in the announcement. If you plan to take part in the contest, note the preliminary registration deadlines and the separate registration of teams at the site. If you plan to visit as a spectator, check the access conditions with the municipality in advance.
What’s planned
The municipality has announced a kratong contest. For residents, 10 entries are reserved, and another 10 are for institutions, organizations, enterprises and communities. A total of 20 entries take part in the contest.
The contest rules are published in a file on the municipality’s announcement page. The deadlines for preliminary registration and team registration are listed below.
When and where
The holiday takes place November 22–24, 2026 at the tsunami memorial near police boat 813 in Bang Niang, Moo 5, Khukkhak subdistrict, Takua Pa district, Phang Nga province. This site is in the Khao Lak area. The venue and dates are listed in the official announcement from Khukkhak Municipality.
The daily schedule of the venue, the access route and parking information are not listed. For directions, use the name of the memorial. The municipality’s education department, where preliminary registration takes place, is located elsewhere.
Participation terms
Preliminary registration for contest participants takes place from October 20 to November 17, 2026 in the education department of Khukkhak Municipality. Applications can be submitted on working days from 09:00 to 16:00. Teams register at the site on November 24, 2026, from 17:00 to 18:00.
The entry price for visitors is not listed in official materials. For this question, you can contact the municipality at its general phone number, 076-406-338. The number is listed on its official contact page.
For vendors, rental terms are published separately: a 3 × 3 m tent costs 200 baht per day, or 600 baht for three days. The total cost of a vending spot is listed as 2,000 baht, with a deposit of 500 baht. Registering a spot requires paying 2,500 baht. These amounts apply to vending spots, not to visitor admission. Other details about vendor placement can be checked in the municipality’s announcement.
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Frequently Asked Questions ❓
When will the holiday take place?
The Loy Krathong holiday in Phang Nga will take place from November 22 to 24, 2026. The daily schedule of the site is not listed in the municipality’s announcement.
Where will it be held?
The site is at the tsunami memorial near police boat 813 in Bang Niang village, Moo 5, Khukkhak subdistrict, Takua Pa district, Phang Nga province. The landmark is the memorial in the Khao Lak area.
How do I register to take part in the kratong contest?
Preliminary registration takes place from October 20 to November 17, 2026, at the education department of the municipality, on working days from 09:00 to 16:00. Teams register at the site on November 24 from 17:00 to 18:00. The dates in the file attached to the announcement are listed differently, so it is best to confirm the deadlines and the procedure for submitting entries with the organizer.
How much do vending spots cost?
Renting a 3 × 3 m tent costs 200 baht per day, or 600 baht for three days. The total cost is listed as 2,000 baht, with a deposit of 500 baht. The amount payable when registering a vending spot is 2,500 baht. These terms apply to vendors.
Conclusion
Loy Krathong in Phang Nga is a three-day holiday at the tsunami memorial near boat 813, with a kratong contest. Before your trip, check the site’s opening hours and visitor conditions with the municipality. If you plan to take part in the contest, check the registration and entry submission procedures.