This year, tourists will experience the blending of the traditional Loy Krathong ceremony with contemporary media and technology to engage younger audiences, promoting awareness of Thai heritage and the environmentally conscious aspects of the festival.
The festival’s highlights include stunning lighting displays and patterns on the water, spanning 600 metres along the canal’s path, enhancing the festival’s beauty and uniqueness. Additionally, the event will present a joyful atmosphere, reflecting the beauty of Thai culture through presentations from five distinctive regions, showcasing the significance of Thai traditions.
Various activities include the grand Loy Krathong ceremony with a procession led by Anna Sua Ngam Iam, Miss Universe Thailand 2022, dressed in traditional Thai attire, and krathong floating activity in Khlong Padung Krung Kasem.
There are illuminated krathong displays representing the cultural significance of 5 iconic regions:
– Yi Peng Tradition, Chiang Mai province
– Flowing Krathong Tradition with 1,000 lanterns, Tak province
– Burning Lantern Krathong Tradition, Sukhothai province
– Banana Leaf Krathong Tradition, Mae Klong district, Samut Songkhram province
– Sammamnamkhuen Seng Krathong Tradition, Roi Et province
The festival along Khlong Padung Krung Kasem will not only showcase the beauty of Thai traditions but also emphasise the environmental aspects. Proper waste management and post-festival waste disposal are highlighted. The festival is celebrated in a closed area to collect the krathongs entirely from the canal, ensuring it remains environmentally friendly. After segregation, recyclable waste will be recycled, and organic waste will be composted to be reused.